GSBC Classes

A detailed study of how to effectively carry out the Great Commission. Proven methods of confrontational, door-to-door soul winning, along with practical instruction in evangelizing in any situation.

This course instructs students in the subjects of theology, Bibliology, Christology, pneumatology, anthropology, hamartiology, soteriology, ecclesiology, angelology, and eschatology

Contemporary theology has a two-fold approach. This course traces Protestant and Baptist history throughout the ages. Secondly, it clarifies and defines modernism, liberalism, new evangelicalism, evangelicalism, fundamentalism, and even pseudo-fundamentalism.

The importance of a faithful, dedicated prayer life is carefully studied. A comprehensive look at what the Scriptures tell us about prevailing prayer and getting things from God will be the focus of this class.

A careful examination of the exemplar y life of Daniel, his experiences and the
prophetic visions contained in this book.

Pastor Tim Ruhl teaches passionately on the subject of prayer. Pastor Ruhl emphasizes that his goal in the class is not so much to teach the student to pray, as to get the student to pray. Prayer is something we all know we vitally need to do and yet most struggle in this important area of Christian walk. This class helps us understand prayer as well as our relationship with the One to whom we pray.

Basic computer capabilities and terminology. Use PC to create, save, modify, and print basic text, spreadsheet, and database documents.

Prerequisite: At least a C in BU 104. Students will learn how to create and
manage database files, modify layout and print repor ts that would per tain to
the ministry. Filemaker Pro will be used.

Students will learn basic principles regarding church finance, including but not limited to proper systems and controls for ministries, tax exemption for churches, reading and understanding basic financial statements, preparing budgets and engaging in practical day-to-day business functions.

This course concentrates on training the student in secretarial duties, office procedures, office ethics, proper dress, and develops responsibility and flexibility.

A consideration of the truths that can be learned from the women of the Bible, this course provides practical insights that today's lady can use to build a stronger Christian life.

Prerequisite: ED 101. This course equips the student with the basic tools necessary
to plan, prepare, and teach in the classroom. Practical teaching techniques,
methods of classroom control, and preparing lesson plans will be examined.

Prerequisite: ED 202. This course examines how to teach history in an elementary
class. It focuses on teaching concepts, geography skills, and principles that allow
young students to grasp a better understanding of the world in which they live.

Prerequisite: ED 202. This course covers techniques for creating and keeping an
atmosphere of learning in the classroom. Students are given the oppor tunity
to work through and manage different classroom situations as they practice
teaching.

This course involves observation, participation, and actual teaching in the classroom at Golden State Baptist Schools. The student is under the direction and supervision of the elementary or secondary teacher and college faculty supervisor.

This is a study of grammar and sentence construction and is required of students who do not pass the English Placement Test. (No credit)

This course covers English grammar, paragraphing, reading comprehension, and word studies.

This course, assuming a comprehensive knowledge of English grammar, stresses critical thinking and other techniques for effective speaking, writing, and vocabulary building.

EN302 presents a survey of laudable American literature from the pre-colonial period to pre US Civil War. The emphasis of this course is both on the value (i.e. the beauty, expressive power, and/or influence) of each literary work and on the relationship to the historical period in which it was written.

This course is a workshop in developing communication skills as a public speaker.

A detailed study of the establishment of the United States from its beginnings up to present-day affairs. Emphasis is placed on the people, events, political influences, and philosophies that helped shape our country into a great republic. Three hours each semester.

Prerequisite: MA 101. A study of the reasoning skills that teachers use to teach
elementary grade mathematics. *Three hours each semester.

Introduces vectors and their functions, linear functions, matrices, and quadratic forms.

The rudiments of music, including rhythm, scales, chords, and key signatures, are introduced. A student may be excused from this course by examination. Lab Course: Meets two days per week.

A practical look at the written format of music for performance or publication; including proper spacing, order, and alignment are discussed. Through the study and use of notation software, Students will become proficient in producing physical copies of music.

Prerequisite: MU 99 or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Music
Placement Examination.

Basic conducting patterns; leading basic congregational songs; platform manner.

A survey of the history of Western music from the Medieval through the Modern
Periods.

An introduction to the basic concepts of scientific principles, functions, and applications. Not for credit in teaching field of Secondary Education major.