Online Class: World Religions 101

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9Hours
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Course Description
Although many of us think of religion as a belief system practiced through faith, obedience, prayer and worship, you'll find that some religions are more than just a belief in a deity, but an entire philosophy and way of life.
Why not join this self-paced course and learn about the diverse spiritual paths humanity has taken? Everyone is welcome!
Course Motivation
In our modern, secular Western society, where it seems as though more and more emphasis is placed on objective knowledge and empirical (scientific) forms of understanding the world, some may not have had an opportunity to examine the very nature of religion itself. Since this concept is basic to understanding the other ideas presented later in this course, the idea of religion and its nature will be examined here before proceeding on to present the major religions of the world.
Definitions of Terms: Philosophy, Religion, and World View
The word philosophy is derived from the combination of two Greek root words philos (meaning love) and Sophia (meaning wisdom). Thus, the term literally means "the love of wisdom". This definition, though literally correct, lacks something to be desired. What, after all, is wisdom? According to the ancient Greeks, wisdom deals with virtue, the quest for true knowledge and understanding, and the elimination of all false opinions.
Course Structure
Introduction
Symbols and Holy Writ
Daily Practice
- Lesson 1: An Introduction to the Religious Experience
- Lesson 2: Buddhism
- Lesson 3: Christianity
- Lesson 4: Confucianism
- Lesson 5: Hinduism
- Lesson 6: Islam
- Lesson 7: Judaism
- Lesson 8: Taoism
- Lesson 9: Other Religions & Religious Movements
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. An Introduction to the Religious Experience
Lesson 1 Video A
Lesson 1 Video B : Introduction Discussion
Lesson discussions: World Religions (a); World Religions (b); Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete: Lesson 1 Assignment: Introduce Yourself
Complete Assignment: Differing views of the New and Old Testament
Complete Assignment: Why do Humans have Religion?
Assessment: Lesson 1 Quiz: Introduction to World Religions
Lesson 2: Buddhism
Lesson 2 Video A
Lesson 2 Video B : Lesson Discussion
Complete: Lesson 2: Assignment
Complete Assignment: Is Buddhism Relevant Today?
Assessment: Lesson 2 Quiz: Buddhism
Lesson 3. Christianity
Lesson 3 Video A
Lesson 3 Video B : Lesson Discussion
Complete: Lesson 3: Assignment
Complete Assignment: Protestant Reformation
Assessment: Lesson 3 Quiz: Christianity
Lesson 4. Confucianism
Lesson 4 Video A
Lesson 4 Video B : Lesson Discussion
Complete: Lesson 4: Assignment
Complete Assignment: Is Confucianism a Religion?
Assessment: Lesson 4 Quiz: Confucianism
Lesson 5. Hinduism
Lesson 5 Video A
Lesson 5 Video B : Lesson Discussion
Complete: Lesson 5: Assignment
Complete Assignment: Is Hinduism Growing?
Assessment: Lesson 5 Quiz: Hinduism
Lesson 6. Islam
Lesson 6 Video A
Lesson 6 Video B : Lesson Discussion
Complete: Lesson 6: Assignment
Complete Assignment: Muslim Growth
Assessment: Lesson 6 Quiz: Islam
Lesson 7. Judaism
Lesson 7 Video A
Lesson 7 Video B : Lesson Discussion
Complete: Lesson 7: Assignment
Complete Assignment: Differences between Judaism and Christianity
Assessment: Lesson 7 Quiz: Judaism
Lesson 8. Taoism
Lesson 8 Video A
Lesson 8 Video B : Lesson Discussion
Complete: Lesson 8: Assignment
Complete Assignment: What is up with Taoism?
Assessment: Lesson 8 Quiz: Taoism
Lesson 9. Other Religions and Religious Movements
Lesson 9 Video A
Lesson 9 Video B : Lesson Discussion
Lesson discussions: Course Completion Poll: Your Thoughts; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
Complete Assignment: What is Wicca?
Assessment: Lesson 9 Quiz: Other Religions & Religious Movements
Learning Outcomes
- Summarize Buddhism.
- Summarize Christianity.
- Summarize Confucianism.
- Summarize Hinduism.
- Summarize Islam.
- Summarize Judaism.
- Summarize Taoism.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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Student Testimonials
- "I have long wanted to learn and better understand world religions and how they have progressed to modern day and how it has related to man and his societies. I feel I got that from this course...but more over...I felt that Mac had done an excellent job in helping me understand all faiths and how they actually have similarities and their differences and why. I feel I got more out of this course then I had intended. Great job guys." -- Michael M.
- "This course was great fun for me, and gave me a chance to be a student again for a while and to learn a great deal. Professor McKenna was very knowledgeable, approachable and fair, and has a great sense of humor!" -- Kate D.
- "The instructor is very dedicated to his classroom studies. He provides additional videos that he produces for each lesson. I always enjoy taking his courses and always learn a lot from his videos and the assignments for each lesson." -- Louise S.
- "I have said many times that I like learning with this instructor. He is challenging while also approachable. Our interactions are thought provoking and interesting." -- Theresa B.
- "He is very personable and I enjoyed conversing with him about the different subjects of the course." -- Marshall G.
- "He is really great and glad he teaches so much. He is so informational." -- Anna D.
- "A very good delivery and execution. I learned a lot in this class." -- Jessie D.
- "The course and instructor were both great." -- Shari G.
- "Thanks for making this kind of course work available to those of us at home." -- Margaret T.
- "The course layout was very rganized. The requirements for each lesson were very clear and detailed. The assignments were relevant to add useful information to one's everyday knowledge. Thanks...." -- Margaret T.
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