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Moody Bible Institute - Distance Learning Center

Programme Detail: Elements of Bible Study

Language of this entry English (USA)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Elements of Bible Study
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number BI 1120
Description Develop your ability to use the inductive Bible study method, learn basic principles of biblical interpretation, and gain skill in the use of other methods and tools for Bible study. Learn how to get an overview of any book of the Bible, how to make observations and ask interpretative questions, how to distinguish between figurative and literal language, how to outline passages, and how to make applications from biblical principles. Evaluation is done through six skills projects that are interwoven into the lessons.
Keywords Jesus Bible Ministry Theology Elements of Bible Study Bible Study
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available International (e.g. distance learning) / All international
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods
Residential/Non Residential Non Residential
Full-time or Part-time Part-time
Level Degree
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost $250 per credit hour
Bursaries/scholarships available No
Actual Length varies
Average hours of study per week 6
Methods of instruction Personal Study, Discussion boards Reading
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 90
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 0
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 10
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 125
Prerequisite Programmes
Other Prerequisites
Qualifications gained College Credit
Qualifications this programme is part of Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies
Programme Accredited by ABHE (N. America)
Other Accrediting Bodies Higher Learning Commission of North Central Association, Association for Biblical Higher Education