, after reading Philip Sheldrake’s book, Spirituality: A Brief History, describe the primary eras in church history and the key figures and events that have influenced the growth of the church. Avoid use of personal pronouns in this section of 5-pages.
This 10-page synthesis and reflection paper should include: (1) a title page (not included in the
10-pages), (2) a clear introduction with a purpose statement and a conclusion (1/2 page each), (3) relevant headings, using the bullet points immediately above, with clear, cogent writing, (4) double-spaced pages, (5) page numbering in the upper right corner, consistent with the rest of the portfolio, and (6) typed in Times New Roman 12-font. To reiterate, consider the specific resources gleaned through your course work that have developed your values, attitudes, and perspectives related to Christian formation throughout your seminary journey. Please check the grading rubrics, posted under the “Syllabus” tab from Blackboard’s main menu, for how this assignment will be evaluated.
Grading Scale
MASTER’S GRADING: PHILOSOPHY and CRITERIA (from the Graduate Catalog)
The following evaluation rubric is employed in the Masters programs of the School of Divinity and is in keeping with grading policies at most U.S. graduate schools.
A A-
Work of superior quality in all areas. Work displays an outstanding mastering of the facts, a creative and critical use of the data, and an analysis or evaluation of facts, research, and trends, that shows real scholarship and talent for graduate work at the highest level. Practical or formational implications of work are included, as appropriate.
B+ B B-
Good grasp of facts, creativity and analysis, showing good comprehension of the subject. Practical or formational implications of work are included, as appropriate. The grade for such work will vary from B+ to B- according to the quality and quantity of the work.
C+ C C-
The student has shown a minimal grasp of the facts of the course, and does not demonstrate the desired level of creativity, analytical performance, or comprehension. Practical or formational implications of work are included, as appropriate. The grade will vary from C+-C-.
D+ D D-
Below minimal understanding and ability to handle the subject material of the course, but not requiring the course to be repeated. Practical or formational implications of work are included, as appropriate. The grade will vary from D+ to D-.
F
Not acceptable for graduate level study. The student’s work indicated major deficiencies both in routine learning and in use of data. This grade denotes either unacceptable performance in spite of some effort, or failure to complete the assigned work.
https://www.academia.edu/15829441/A_Brief_History_of_Spirituality
Source 1: https://epdf.pub/a-brief-history-of-spirituality-blackwell-brief-histories-of-religion.html
Source 2: https://archive.org/stream/dictionapostchur01hast/dictionapostchur01hast_djvu.txt
Source 3: https://secure.plagscan.com/104/6d346c3e-d3ec-40db-8587-277f14132bf9
Source 4: https://secure.plagscan.com/2/cce2aa6a-4a38-472e-9d18-6656ef2cdf29
