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Course ID	Course
UNIV 302	UNIV 302 Recognition of Prior Learning Course Credits: 1 This course is the first step in an educational process designed to facilitate the review of prior experiential learning for the purpose of awarding appropriate academic credit. The educational process culminates with the completion of a learning portfolio. The portfolio is the means by which academic assessors determine what has been learned through non-traditional or non-formal education settings, and what credit, if any, should be awarded for the learning demonstrated.
WRSH 101	WRSH 101 Worship Foundations Course Credits: 3 A foundational study of worship theology and practice. The course will begin with an introduction to biblical worship theology and practice, then survey church worship history from Pentecost to the present day, examining the role of music and the arts in the context of changes and cultural adaptations in worship theology and practice. Co-requisite(s): RELS 111 or 112 NB: Not offered every year
WRSH 201	WRSH 201 Worship + Culture Course Credits: 3 An examination of trends and issues in the contemporary church's worship practice, especially in the context of the larger cultural shifts in the West since the 1960's. Students explore the divergent responses to the worship wars of the 1980's, especially the emphasis on music and musical style, and various more recent approaches to worship practice and ministry in a postmodern culture. Prerequisite(s): WRSH 101, or permission NB: Not offered every year.
WRSH 239	WRSH 239 Songs of Faith Course Credits: 3 An examination of meanings and purposes of sacred/church -song' in the context of the believing community, from OT psalm to early church hymn, chant to Reformation hymn, revival hymn and gospel song to contemporary worship chorus. The course will be concerned with seeing the varied musical and textual expression of God's people throughout their history, understanding these expressions within the worship culture of their time, and appreciating the breadth of repertoire of the church's songs. Cross-listed: MUSI 239 Prerequisite(s): WRSH 101 NB: Not offered every year.
WRSH 301	WRSH 301 Worship + Leadership Course Credits: 3 An examination of leadership issues in the worship practices of the contemporary evangelical church. Through exploration of a range of approaches to the arts, liturgy, worship evangelism, service design, and curation, the course is concerned with (1) theological and philosophical leadership issues for a biblical worship practice in a postmodern culture, and (2) practical concerns relating to development of a vibrant local church worship ministry. Cross-listed: MUSI 309 Prerequisite(s): RELS 111, 112, and upper level standing NB: Not offered every year.
WRSH 320	WRSH 320 Creative Workshop Course Credits: 3 An interdisciplinary creative course for the development of new artistic expression for use in the church. The course is designed for student practitioners of music, video, drama, and visual art. Students work with artists in their field, on their own and in groups, towards a workshop presentation of new works. The course facilitates the releasing of new creations for the church, and teaches principles of affirming and releasing the giftedness of others. Prerequisite(s): upper level standing or permission
WRSH 401	WRSH 401 Worship Design Course Credits: 3 A study of the principles and practices of designing effective worship services for a variety of contexts. This course is the classroom component related to local church practica, WRSH/MUSI 402 and 403. Cross-listed: MUSI 401 Prerequisite(s): WRSH 201, 301 and upper level standing Co-requisite(s): WRSH 402 is most commonly taken as a co-requisite
WRSH 402	WRSH 402 Worship Practicum 1 Course Credits: 1 A local church practicum covering the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that the student is given individual hands-on responsibilities over the semester in areas of strength, as well as opportunities for growth in other areas. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor. Cross-listed: MUSI 402 Prerequisite(s): WRSH 201, 301. Co-requisite(s): WRSH/MUSI 401 NB: For those involved in leading worship teams in the field placement, MUSI 320 is required; MUSI 405 is recommended. For those involved in leading choirs/ensembles in the field placement, MUSI 405 is required. For those involved in a dramatic ministry in the field placement, THTR 383 is required. For those involved in digital media ministry in the field placement, ART 250/MCOM 231 is required.
WRSH 403	WRSH 403 Worship Practicum 2 Course Credits: 1 A continuation of the local church practicum of MUSI 402, typically in the same church. The field placement covers the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that hands-on responsibilities in this semester are increased over those of MUSI 402. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church, and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor. Cross-listed: MUSI 403 Prerequisite(s): WRSH/MUSI 402. NB: Not offered every year.

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