This unit has a threefold purpose. Drawing on scripture and Catholic theological tradition, the unit aims to provide a framework for understanding the nature and place of moral decision making in Christian living. It will explore methods and strategies for teaching Christian morality in Catholic schools, and provide opportunities for teachers to integrate their study of the scriptures, tradition and the sacraments into their own faith and professional development. Areas to be studied include the meaning of Christian morality, sources of moral knowledge, human freedom, sin and redemption, conscience formation, meaning and function of Church authority, and strategies for making moral decisions.
Unit code: DT8664Y
Unit status: Approved (New unit)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Foundational
Unit discipline: Moral Theology
Delivery Mode: Mode not set
Proposing College: Yarra Theological Union
Show when this unit is running| 1. | critically identify the process of moral decision making in regard to current ethical questions |
| 2. | articulate the Catholic moral tradition on relevant issues |
| 3. | apply Catholic moral methodology to the making of Christian moral choices |
| 4. | critique different perspectives on contemporary moral issues |
| 5. | communicate in an age appropriate manner with students about the importance and relevance for (Christian) living of making (Christian) moral choices |
| 6. | critically reflect on personal and professional learning from this unit |
prerequisites DR8601Y, DR8602Y, DR8603Y
Lectures, class/small group discussion, readings for reflection and discussion
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | Presentation related to teaching experience |
1500 | 40.0 |
| Essay | 2500 | 50.0 | |
| Essay | Integrative Exercise |
500 | 10.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Maggie Kappelhoff on 6 Sep, 2021
Unit record last updated: 2021-09-06 12:48:13 +1000