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Communication and Culture - English for Mission ( APL 041 )

The Communication and Culture Course is designed to equip non-native English speakers with a heart for missions by increasing their English communication skills in all areas while learning about different cultures. Classroom instruction utilizes interactive methods of learning that are fun and effective.

Communication and Culture - English for Mission ( APL 041 )

The Communication and Culture Course is designed to equip non-native English speakers with a heart for missions by increasing their English communication skills in all areas while learning about different cultures. Classroom instruction utilizes interactive methods of learning that are fun and effective.

Communication & Culture I - English for Mission ( APL 243 )

The Communication and Culture Course is designed to equip non-native English speakers with a heart for missions by increasing their English communication skills in all areas while learning about different cultures. Classroom instruction utilizes interactive methods of learning that are fun and effective.

Communication & Culture II - English for Missions ( APL 244 )

This may be a continuation of HMT 243 or will be the first course for those who qualify to begin with this level.

Communication & Culture II - English for Missions ( APL 244 )

This may be a continuation of HMT 243 or will be the first course for those who qualify to begin with this level.

Communication & Culture III - English for Missions ( APL 245 )

For those who have taken HMT 243 and 244 this will be a continuation of Communication and Culture learning at a higher level in all the language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing.)

Communication & Culture III - English for Missions ( APL 245 )

For those who have taken HMT 243 and 244 this will be a continuation of Communication and Culture learning at a higher level in all the language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing.)

Communication & Culture IV - English for Missions ( APL 246 )

Non-native speakers of English who are already somewhat proficient will be able to take this course, whether they gained their proficiency through taking previous course with the University of the Nations or elsewhere. Applicants who have not taken HMT 243-245 will be required to demonstrate proficiency to the same level.

Communication & Culture IV - English for Missions ( APL 246 )

Non-native speakers of English who are already somewhat proficient will be able to take this course, whether they gained their proficiency through taking previous course with the University of the Nations or elsewhere. Applicants who have not taken HMT 243-245 will be required to demonstrate proficiency to the same level.

Discipleship Training School (DTS) ( DSP 211 )

This school is an intensive Christian discipleship course beginning with an 11 or 12-week lecture/teaching phase followed by an 8-12 week practical field assignment. It is a prerequisite for all other courses in the University of the Nations, and also serves to orient and prepare all new Youth With A Mission (YWAM) staff. The DTS is designed to encourage students in personal character development, cultivating their relationship with God and identifying their unique gifts and callings. Cross-cultural exposure and global awareness are special emphases throughout the course, preparing the students to evangelize and disciple current and future generations, answering the call to ""Go into all the world and teach (make disciples of) all nations (Matthew 28:19). The curriculum is in the following six major categories: God's nature and character; God's intention for individuals, peoples and nations; seeing all of life from God's perspective; redemption, sin, and the Cross; God's family - the Church; God's world - His call and commission; the ministries of YWAM. Focused DTSs: In some locations the DTS is offered with a particular focus, such as the Multicultural DTS, CreativeArts DTS, University DTS, Sports DTS, Arts DTS, etc. Credit will be given for this course with satisfactory completion of DSP 212.

Discipleship Training School (DTS) ( DSP 211 )

This school is an intensive Christian discipleship course beginning with an 11 or 12-week lecture/teaching phase followed by an 8-12 week practical field assignment. It is a prerequisite for all other courses in the University of the Nations, and also serves to orient and prepare all new Youth With A Mission (YWAM) staff. The DTS is designed to encourage students in personal character development, cultivating their relationship with God and identifying their unique gifts and callings. Cross-cultural exposure and global awareness are special emphases throughout the course, preparing the students to evangelize and disciple current and future generations, answering the call to ""Go into all the world and teach (make disciples of) all nations (Matthew 28:19). The curriculum is in the following six major categories: God's nature and character; God's intention for individuals, peoples and nations; seeing all of life from God's perspective; redemption, sin, and the Cross; God's family - the Church; God's world - His call and commission; the ministries of YWAM. Focused DTSs: In some locations the DTS is offered with a particular focus, such as the Multicultural DTS, CreativeArts DTS, University DTS, Sports DTS, Arts DTS, etc. Credit will be given for this course with satisfactory completion of DSP 212.

Foundations in Education ( EDN 211 )

Using Scripture as the standard for analyzing educational models and practices, this course provides potential educators and those who work with children in any context a solid foundation for their future work. The course focuses on the unique approach of Christian education with an overview of the physical, intellectual, moral, social/emotional, and spiritual development of children and youth. The nature of learning and the variety of learning styles is considered as well as the character development of effective teachers. Other topics include: classroom management, curriculum development, and the role of education in community development and world missions.