RELIGION 121 Winter 2014 BOOK OF MORMON 1 Nephi-Alma 29 Religious Education at BYUH: The prophets teach that the study of religion must meet the same standards as other subjects taught at the university. Therefore, success in a religion class will come only through study and faith (DC 88:118) As a result; students are expected to demonstrate their understanding of the scriptures by successfully completing challenging assignments and exams. Student performance will be carefully measured to ensure grades that reflect achievement. Religious Education at BYU Hawaii offers a truly unique opportunity to learn through a diligent application of study and faith. LEARNING BY STUDY AND BY FAITH An answer we discover or obtain through the exercise of faith, typically, is retained for a lifetime (Elder David A. Bednar; Seek Learning by Faith, to CES religious educators, 2/3/06, ldsces.org) 1. But ye are commanded in all things to ask of God. DC 46:7 Inspiration does not, perhaps cannot flow, unless we ask for it. President Boyd K. Packer 2. Writing down that with which we have been prompted is vital and enhances the likelihood of your receiving further light. (See Neal A. Maxwell, Wherefore Ye Must Press Forward p122/richard G. Scott, CR, 10/93, 120) DC 88:78 3. Identify then Teach ye diligently and my grace shall attend you that ye may be instructed more perfectly in a. Theory b. Principle c. Doctrine d. Law e. Personally expedient kingdom things 4. You shall receive grace for grace. DC 93:19 5. Treasure up the Word in your minds DC84:85 Learning Outcomes 1. Factual Learning a. Reconstruct historical storyline b. Discuss contribution of key characters c. Identify major doctrine d. Identify Hebraisms and constructs 2. Conceptual Learning a. Analyze relationship between chapters b. Draw conclusions from scripture content c. Interpret scripture meaning 3. Application of Learning a. Scriptural response to contemporary events b. Teaching from the scriptures c. Communicating through writing scriptural truths and personal impressions Craig R. Frogley, DC Instructor Emeritus Salt Lake City Institute of Religion Elder Frogley is a member the faculty of BYUH as a church service missionary assigned to the Department of Religion. His career spans 39 years including service in seminaries and institutes, neurophysiology instructor and a private practice as a chiropractic physician. He is also an author of several gospel works. His companion and sweetheart, Janet R. Frogley is the mother of eight and together they will soon have 18 grandchildren. She is a trained phonetics reading specialist and author of children s books. They recently returned from serving a French mission where they opened the country of Burundi, Africa to the church.
The Book of Mormon Elder Craig R. Frogley Required Texts: The Book of Mormon We will actively be studying, cross-referencing, etc. together in class. Book of Mormon Student Manual This is your commentary source as we explore and discover in class. You may use electronic versions of the scriptures and student manual on a phone or ipad. The sound must be turned off on both devices and they must be in airplane mode during class. A ringing phone in class must be turned in for the duration of the class. Absence of your scriptures will result in a loss of points on your daily quiz whether they are forgotten or lost due to loss of the phone. Please don t ask for exceptions. LEARNING INDICATORS Participation and Attendance 100 Writing: Journal and notes 100 Daily Review Quiz 5 points each x 20 200 Unit Testing 20 points each x 5 100 TOTAL 500 Extra Credit: BofM Research Papers - to be approved in advance by Elder F. 1-300 GRADING STANDARD A 93%-100% 465-500 A- 90%-92% 450-460 B+ 87%-89% 435-445 B 83%-86% 415-430 B- 80%-82% 400-410 C+ 77%-79% 385-395 C 73%-76% 356-380 C- 70%-72% 350-360 D+ 67%-69% 226-345 D 63%-66% 315-330 D- 60%-62% 300-310 E below 60% 0-299 1. Class Contract. To initiate class participation student must sign a contract of understanding. 2. Classroom Quiz. There will be a short quiz given each day to measure student understanding of the reading assignment for the day and the last periods materials. Each quiz (Factual Learning) has a possible value of 5-10 points. The quiz will be corrected in your group as a teaching opportunity and then your individual score will be the average of your group score including the 0 score for any absentees. If missed, your group may administer the quiz to you and your score will then be averaged in. 3. Unit Exams. Five exams will present 10 multiple-choice questions to measure understanding of the course content. Two short answer questions will be given to measure conceptual and application understanding of content. Each multiple-choice question is worth 1 points and each short answer is worth 5 points for a total possible of 20 points. If missed, these can be made up but a 20% penalty will be imposed. 4. Reading. Each student is required to READ and insight/question JOURNAL the assigned scripture sections. They are also to read the associated student manual chapters. Each student is required to take class notes. Journals and class notes will be reviewed for possible point value. Total possible points in this area equal 100. 5. Participation and Attendance. Each student will complete the participation report form (see attached) for a possible 100 points. The class attendance standard is 80% regardless of reason for absence. Students failing to meet the attendance standard will be subject to loss of points. 6.Extra Credit. Students may research and write on topics related to the Book of Mormon sections we study. The papers must be completed before 26 March. Possible points earned can augment and/or replace any other points except the daily quizzes.
Name Hour Absences CALENDAR PERSONALRESULTS Please mark left column using the following scale: Thank you! 10=Deeply touched my spirit and is changing my life 5=Enjoyable but not a significant impact 1=a) I don t remember much or was b) confused by it (N=not in class) RESULT DATE COURSE SCHEDULE Tues/Thurs READINGS Scriptures and Student Manual Please comment on the back- eg: What made that lesson so powerful to you personally or what could have made this unit more impacting on your growth?? TOPIC 7 Jan Introduction 9 Jan 1 Nephi 1-7 Not knowing beforehand 14 Jan 1 Nephi 8-15 After they were ashamed 16 Jan 1 Nephi 16-19 After ye shall know 21 Jan 1 Nephi 20-22 Chosen in the furnace of affliction 23 Jan EXAM 28 Jan 2 Nephi 1-4, 9 The merciful plan of the great Creator 30 Jan Continued 4 Feb 2 Nephi 6-11 A troubled engagement 6 Feb 2 Nephi 11-25 Isaiah 11 Feb Cont. 13 Feb 2 Nephi 25-30 Voice from the dust 18 Feb 2 Nephi 31-33 The Doctrine of Christ 20 Feb EXAM 1 st Journal inspection 25 Feb Jacob 1-7 Roots and Branches 27 Feb Cont. 4 Mar Enos, Jarom, Omni, WofMorm Wrestling 6 Mar EXAM 11 Mar Mosiah 1-6 The first shall be last, the last first in all things 13 Mar Cont. 18 Mar Mosiah 7-29 Politics 20 Mar EXAM 25 Mar Alma 1-16 Politics and Religion 27 Mar Alma 5-14, Mosiah 27-28 Born again 1 Apr Cont. 3 Apr Alma 17-29 Hope they call me on a mission 9 Apr EXAM Last Exam, 2 nd Journal inspection Instructor s Office Hours: By Appointment Stk Center 2 nd Ward Bishop s Office Mon through Thurs 1-808-675-4736 Additional Hours available upon request Contact the instructor @ crfrogley@msn.com Please add comments and feedback on the reverse side:
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Participation is basic to enhanced learning. Every student in the class should participate on a regular basis by asking questions, contributing to a discussion and annotating 1 Nephi Alma 29. To measure your level of participation give yourself points in each of these areas. Participation Form Please complete this form before the last day of class and submit it to your instructor Participation SCORE Possible Points 1. I regularly ask questions in class 20 2. I regularly make comments in class 20 3. I have met the class attendance requirement: 80% 20 Self Awarded Points Actual Teacher Awarded Points 4. I accept opportunities to contribute to the class by praying, participating in activities and helping others. 20 5. I am on time and prepared for class 20 PARTICIPATION TOTAL 100 Study Journal, Reading, Annotation, Class Notes I have read and annotated Alma 30-Moroni. I have kept a Study Journal and class notes for each of the class discussions. Instructor Review Scores Possible 50 Review 1 Review 2 FINAL SCORE Score Possible 100
Letter of Understanding Religion 122 Book of Mormon Before grades can be entered into grade book this form must be signed and returned I have carefully read the syllabus and understand the terms and expectations described. I understand that this course focuses on sacred content and I am willing to meet those expectations with an honest effort to learn through study and faith. I am ready to give the course my best. Signed: Date: Printed Name: