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Module Title
Module Code
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NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	0
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

There are two distinct components to this module - (i) Christian Foundations with an emphasis on scripture and (ii) Religious Diversity. Christian Foundations is taught in Semester 1 and Religious Diversity is taught in Semester 2.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify some of the books and types of literature that compose Sacred Scripture and be able to set them in broader literary and historical contexts.
2. Appreciate the significance of some key stories and events in the Judaeo-Christian scriptures and to explore different pedagogies and resources useful for teaching them to children.
3. Become familiar with some critical techniques when studying a biblical text.
4. Develop their own understanding and to appreciate some biblical portraits of God and Jesus Christ.
5. Understand the basic story and vision of Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism and Islam.
6. Define religious diversity and pluralism in the context of interreligious dialogue
7. Develop appropriate reflective skills around personal, cultural and religious diversity.
8. Reflect upon religious diversity in the context of religious education and intercultural education.
9. Understanding the foundations of Christian Faith and the relationship between faith and reason

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Total Workload: 0

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Introduction to the Bible

The Hebrew Scriptures - overview of books and literary genres. The Bible as a love story. Genesis-The Creation Story.

Exodus- the story of a People and a covenant or relationship of love.

Strong women in the Bible. Beautiful and difficult sayings.

Introduction to the New Testament. The New Covenant. An overview of books and the stories of Jesus.

The Formation of the Gospels and the literary genres of the New Testament.

Jesus as a baby - The Infancy Narratives and the early life of Jesus.

The person of Jesus. Miracle Stories and parables - The Character of Jesus.

Easter-The Passion and the Resurrection in the Gospels.

What is Religious Diversity and Pluralism?

Culture and religious meaning-making

Biblical foundations from a Christian perspective.

Religious and cultural pluralism.

The story and vision of (i) Islam, (ii) Judaism (iii) Hinduism, (iv) Buddhism.

Encounter and dialogue with different religions and belief systems.

Strategies/principles for inclusivity in Irish primary schools—Intercultural education

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	%	Examination Weight	%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

Rausch, Thomas P.: 2003, Who is Jesus? An Introduction to Christology., Liturgical Press, Minnesota, 978081465078
Borg, Marcus J.: 2008, Jesus: Uncovering the Life, Teachings, and Relevance of a Religious Revolutionary, Harper One, New York, 9780061434341
Mc Verry, Peter: 2016, The God of Mercy, The God of the Gospels., Veritas, Dublin,
Grenham, Thomas G.: 2008, Pastoral Ministry 9or Today: ‘Who Do You Say That I Am? Conference Papers 2008, Veritas, Dublin,
Young, William P.: 2007, The Shack, Windblown Media, California,
Grenham. Thomas G: 2005, The Unknown God: Religious and Theological Interculturation, Peter Lang, Bern,
Grenham, Thomas G and Kieran, Patricia eds: 2012, New Educational Horizons in Contemporary Ireland: Trends and Challenges., Peter Lang, Bern,
Byrne, G. and Kieran, P. eds: 2013, Toward Mutual Ground: Pluralism, Religious Education and Diversity in Irish Schools., Columba, Dublin,
Besley Tina & Peters Michael A.: 2012, Interculturalism: Education and Dialogue, Peter Lang, New York,
Lane, Dermot: 2013, Religion and Education: Re-Imagining the Relationship, Veritas, Dublin,
Lane, Dermot: 2011, Stepping Stones to Other Religions: A Christian Theology of Inter-Religious Dialogue, Veritas, Dublin,
Gallagher, Michael Paul: 2008, The Disturbing Freshness of Christ: Nourishing Faith for Tomorrow., Veritas, Dublin,
Egan, Joe.: 2007, Brave Heart of Jesus: Mel Gibson’s Postmodern Stations of the Cross, The Columba Press, Dublin,
Johnson, Elizabeth A: 1993, Consider Jesus: Waves of Renewal in Christology, 2nd, Crossroad, New York,
Lane, Dermot: 1975, The Reality of Jesus: An Essay in Christology, Paulist Press, New York/Mahwah,
Sobrino, Jon: 1993, Jesus the Liberator: A Historical-Theological View., Orbis Books, New York,

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