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Christian Worldview
CWV-101 4 Credits Feb 21 - Apr 10, 2022
Course Description
A worldview acts like glasses through which one views the world. In this course, students explore the big
questions that make up a worldview, questions like “Why are we here?” and “What is my purpose?” Students
examine how Christians answer these questions and work on exploring their own worldviews, as well as
learning how worldview influences one’s perceptions, decision making, and everyday life.
Instructor Contact Information
James Meadows
Class Resources
Optional - Worldview Timeline Builder
The main purpose of this tool is to help students identify major persons, experiences, and concepts that had
shaped their worldviews and to also identify patterns that might reveal God’s working in their lives and/or any
potential experiential/emotional obstacles to belief.
When doing the timeline in class, students often begin to see amazing patterns in their lives (often showing
many that someone has been directing their story) and/or potential experiential and emotional influences on
their worldviews for the first time, often making them more receptive to exploring the truth claims of the CWV.
Secondary benefits of using this tool is that it helps students to bond in the class and become more receptive
due to feeling like their story has been heard and that they have been seen by their instructor and classmates.
It also allows us to later ask how Jesus might speak to their actual life and story.
Typically, this tool is for student’s personal use. As in any communication with students, it is the responsibility
of the instructor to be aware of students who are at risk and need a wellness check. Therefore, if you choose
to use this tool with your students, you will have the same responsibility.
If you choose to use this tool, post the following material in the learning management system:
Title: Optional - Timeline Builder
Directions: The main purpose of this tool is to help you identify major persons, experiences, and concepts that
had shaped your worldview and to also identify patterns that might reveal God’s working in your life and/or
any potential experiential/emotional obstacles to belief.
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,https://lc.gcumedia.com/cwv106hon/timeline-builder/
The Beginning of Wisdom Audio Book
Chapters from The Beginning of Wisdom: Introduction to Christian Thought and Life are available, free of charge,
as an audio book and on the following podcast platforms:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Podbean
SoundCloud, and more
https://theologycommons.org/videos-podcasts/
LopesWrite
Refer to the LopesWrite webpage for guidance regarding assignments requiring submission to LopesWrite.
https://support.gcu.edu/hc/en-us/articles/201277380-LopesWrite
CWV-101-301 Course Guide
The course guide contains content and instructional information designed to assist faculty in the effective
presentation of course materials.
CWV Welcome Message
Watch Dr. Jason Hiles, Dean of the College of Theology, in a welcome message to all Christian Worldview
students: "CWV Welcome Message."
https://lc.gcumedia.com/cwv101/welcome-video/v2.1/
The Beginning of Wisdom: An Introduction to Christian Thought and Life
Grand Canyon University (Ed.). (2020). The beginning of wisdom: An introduction to Christian thought and life (3rd
ed.).
https://www.gcumedia.com/digital-resources/grand-canyon-university/2019/the-beginning-of-wisdom_an-
introduction-to-christian-thought-and-life_3e.php
Bible Basics
If you are unfamiliar with the Bible or need a refresher, please review the "Bible Basics" PowerPoint.
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, Christian Life: The Way of Jesus (CWV-316 Flyer)
Please post this "Christian Life: The Way of Jesus" for your students.
CWV Discussion Questions
This document contains all utilized and additional discussion questions.
CWV-101 Course Revision History
CWV Media Resources
The Media Resources document contains supplemental resources created by instructors for instructors.
Individual resources can be shared with students as the need arises.
The Beginning of Wisdom Flashcards
Use "The Beginning of Wisdom Flashcards" to review the key terms from each chapter of The Beginning of
Wisdom: An Introduction to Christian Thought and Life textbook.
https://lc.gcumedia.com/mediaElements/gcu-flashcard-application/v1.1/#/add/CWV
Topic 1: Understanding Worldview
Objectives:
1. Define worldview and articulate the utility and value of the concept.
2. Analyze basic worldview families prominent in western cultures (atheism, pantheism, theism) and the
sources of knowledge that each emphasizes.
3. Reflect on one's personal commitments with respect to basic worldview components in comparison to one's
understanding of Christianity.
Feb 21, 2022 - Feb 27, 2022 Max Points: 145
Resources
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Christian Worldview
CWV-101 4 Credits Feb 21 - Apr 10, 2022
Course Description
A worldview acts like glasses through which one views the world. In this course, students explore the big
questions that make up a worldview, questions like “Why are we here?” and “What is my purpose?” Students
examine how Christians answer these questions and work on exploring their own worldviews, as well as
learning how worldview influences one’s perceptions, decision making, and everyday life.
Instructor Contact Information
James Meadows
Class Resources
Optional - Worldview Timeline Builder
The main purpose of this tool is to help students identify major persons, experiences, and concepts that had
shaped their worldviews and to also identify patterns that might reveal God’s working in their lives and/or any
potential experiential/emotional obstacles to belief.
When doing the timeline in class, students often begin to see amazing patterns in their lives (often showing
many that someone has been directing their story) and/or potential experiential and emotional influences on
their worldviews for the first time, often making them more receptive to exploring the truth claims of the CWV.
Secondary benefits of using this tool is that it helps students to bond in the class and become more receptive
due to feeling like their story has been heard and that they have been seen by their instructor and classmates.
It also allows us to later ask how Jesus might speak to their actual life and story.
Typically, this tool is for student’s personal use. As in any communication with students, it is the responsibility
of the instructor to be aware of students who are at risk and need a wellness check. Therefore, if you choose
to use this tool with your students, you will have the same responsibility.
If you choose to use this tool, post the following material in the learning management system:
Title: Optional - Timeline Builder
Directions: The main purpose of this tool is to help you identify major persons, experiences, and concepts that
had shaped your worldview and to also identify patterns that might reveal God’s working in your life and/or
any potential experiential/emotional obstacles to belief.
Page 1 Grand Canyon University 2022 © Prepared on: Feb 23, 2022
,https://lc.gcumedia.com/cwv106hon/timeline-builder/
The Beginning of Wisdom Audio Book
Chapters from The Beginning of Wisdom: Introduction to Christian Thought and Life are available, free of charge,
as an audio book and on the following podcast platforms:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Podbean
SoundCloud, and more
https://theologycommons.org/videos-podcasts/
LopesWrite
Refer to the LopesWrite webpage for guidance regarding assignments requiring submission to LopesWrite.
https://support.gcu.edu/hc/en-us/articles/201277380-LopesWrite
CWV-101-301 Course Guide
The course guide contains content and instructional information designed to assist faculty in the effective
presentation of course materials.
CWV Welcome Message
Watch Dr. Jason Hiles, Dean of the College of Theology, in a welcome message to all Christian Worldview
students: "CWV Welcome Message."
https://lc.gcumedia.com/cwv101/welcome-video/v2.1/
The Beginning of Wisdom: An Introduction to Christian Thought and Life
Grand Canyon University (Ed.). (2020). The beginning of wisdom: An introduction to Christian thought and life (3rd
ed.).
https://www.gcumedia.com/digital-resources/grand-canyon-university/2019/the-beginning-of-wisdom_an-
introduction-to-christian-thought-and-life_3e.php
Bible Basics
If you are unfamiliar with the Bible or need a refresher, please review the "Bible Basics" PowerPoint.
Page 2 Grand Canyon University 2022 © Prepared on: Feb 23, 2022
, Christian Life: The Way of Jesus (CWV-316 Flyer)
Please post this "Christian Life: The Way of Jesus" for your students.
CWV Discussion Questions
This document contains all utilized and additional discussion questions.
CWV-101 Course Revision History
CWV Media Resources
The Media Resources document contains supplemental resources created by instructors for instructors.
Individual resources can be shared with students as the need arises.
The Beginning of Wisdom Flashcards
Use "The Beginning of Wisdom Flashcards" to review the key terms from each chapter of The Beginning of
Wisdom: An Introduction to Christian Thought and Life textbook.
https://lc.gcumedia.com/mediaElements/gcu-flashcard-application/v1.1/#/add/CWV
Topic 1: Understanding Worldview
Objectives:
1. Define worldview and articulate the utility and value of the concept.
2. Analyze basic worldview families prominent in western cultures (atheism, pantheism, theism) and the
sources of knowledge that each emphasizes.
3. Reflect on one's personal commitments with respect to basic worldview components in comparison to one's
understanding of Christianity.
Feb 21, 2022 - Feb 27, 2022 Max Points: 145
Resources
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