Winter 2016/Fuller Online
OT567
Hayes
OT567: EXEKIEL (ENGLISH TEXT) (4 Units: 160 hours). E. R. Hayes.
DESCRIPTION: This class is a study of the content and literary qualities of Ezekiel in light of its historical background and developing theology. Consideration will be given to understanding the biblical text on its own terms and to reading and interpreting it for contemporary audiences. Additionally, attention will be given to critical tools, methodology, language, genre, the effect of culture, the person of the interpreter and the movement from interpretation to proclamation.
LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students successfully completing the course will have demonstrated that they: (1) have a knowledge and understanding of this part of the Bible, its literary features, its historical and cultural context, and the way it illustrates works of its genre; (2) can offer an exegesis of passages from the book(s) in question in light of a range of appropriate interpretive approaches, including ones that take account of the diversity of contexts from which the text can be read; (3) have articulated some reflection on the significance of this part of the Bible for their discipleship and ministry.
COURSE FORMAT: This course will be conducted online on a ten-week schedule aligned with Fuller’s academic calendar for a total of 40 instructional hours, which is outlined below in the assignment and assessment section. Students are required to interact with the material, with each other, and with the instructor regularly through online discussions, reading, and other assignments that promote active learning.
REQUIRED READING: 1,050 pp. of required reading.
Ezekiel in a modern English version using either NRSV or TNIV. [100 pp. assigned]
Gowan, Donald. Theology of the Prophetic Books. Westminster John Knox, 1998. ISBN: 978-0664256890, Pub. Price $30.00 [264 pp.]
Joyce, Paul. Ezekiel: A Commentary. T&T Clark, 2009. ISBN: 978-0567483614, Pub. Price $55.00 [293 pp.]
Renz, Thomas. The Rhetorical Function of the Book of Ezekiel. Brill, 2002. ISBN: 978-0391041622, Pub. Price $79.00 [260 pp.]
Course reader and encyclopedia sections as assigned including: Rom-Shiloni, Dalit; Wong, Ka Leung [95 pp.]
RECOMMENDED READING: A complete list of recommended reading will be included with the syllabus.
De Jonge, Henk Jan and Johannes Tromp. The Book of Ezekiel and Its Influence. Ashgate, 2007. ISBN: 978-0754655831, Pub. Price $124.95.
ASSIGNMENTS AND ASSESSMENT:
Preparation for class by reading and reflecting on the required reading [1,050 pp. total]. [This assignment is related to learning outcomes #1-3] [70 hours].
Class activities including short video lectures, visual presentations, and listening to selected musical scores. [20 hours].
250-word weekly forum posts (20%). [This assignment is related to learning outcomes #1 and 2] [10 hours].
250-word weekly forum responses (20%). [This assignment is related to learning outcomes #1 and 2] [10 hours].
Four short essays on questions from the assigned readings and class sessions. [500 words] (20%) [This assignment is related to learning outcomes #1] [20 hours].
A ten-fifteen page research essay on interpretation of a selected passage in Ezekiel. [2.500-3,500 words] (40%) [This assignment is related to learning outcomes #2 and 3] [30 hours].
PREREQUISITES: None.
RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM: Counts as a biblical elective in the 120 MDiv, 80 MAT, and 80 MATM Programs (Fall 2015). Counts as a biblical elective in the MATM and MAICS Programs (Winter 2010). Meets the OTBK requirement for the MAT Program (Winter 2010).
FINAL EXAMINATION: None.