Courses in English and German in the academic year 2014/2015



Charles University, Protestant Theological FacultyCourses in English and German in the academic year 2020/2021(last updated 5 October 2020)The winter semester 2020/2021Courses intended for all studentsCzech Language Course - RET9530Intensive course before the beginning of the semester, 4 credits, Teacher: Mgr. Ale? HoznauerCzech for Foreign Students - Beginners - RET95342 hours/week, 4 credits, Teacher: Mgr. Ale? HoznauerInformation about the nature and characteristics of the language, pronunciation, spelling. Comparison with English (language the course is taught in). The aim is to cover the material in the first 7-8 lessons of the textbook New Czech Step by Step (greetings, numbers, months, colours, time….. basic grammar) in written and spoken form.Courses recommended for students of TheologyChurch History: Introduction to the Bohemian Reformation - RET3031A 2 hours/week, 4 credits, Teacher: Dr. Peter MoréeThis course takes the students step by step through the main events and developments of the period between 1350 and 1620, also known as the Bohemian Reformation. It explains how its main personality, Jan Hus, became the leading figure and what were the consequences of his condemnation and violent death in 1415. Also the relation of the Bohemian Reformation and the Lutheran Reformation will be examined. For every class a source text will be provided to discuss certain aspects of a particular period or development.Practical theology seminar – Liturgical Theology - RET6060Seminar, 2 hours/week, 6 credits, Teacher: Associate Professor Tabita Landová, Ph.D. The theological consideration on liturgy is something we are still pretty much lacking in the current Protestant liturgics, whether in German speaking countries or in Czech lands. Protestant liturgics has been primarily focused on formal aspects of liturgy (Gestaltungsfragen), whereas theology of the worship remained to be on the periphery of inquiry. However, in recent years we are becoming to be more and more attentive to the North-American liturgical theology as an important source of inspiration. The course will provide the opportunity to get acquainted with the liturgical theology of Gordon Lathrop, Professor Emeritus of Liturgy at the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia. We will critically read and discuss his most famous book "Holy Things: a Liturgical Theology" (1993).Course requirements: regular attendance (min. 80%), active participation on discussions, two presentations of a passage from the book "Holy Things", one 5-page essay on an assigned topic.The link for the on-line lessons is: on Theological Ethics (English) - RET5053 or RET5053A2 hours/week, 6 credits (RET5053) or 3 credits (RET5053A), Teacher: Associate Professor Jind?ich Halama, Dr.The course will focus on theological reflections of human life and its moral problems from birth to death in the light of new achievements in biology and biomedicine. (Matters like assisted reproduction, prenatal diagnostics, genetic manipulation, transplantation, dying and euthanasia will be included.)Jesus Christ in Theologies and Cultures - RET4042A2 hours/week, 6 credits, Teacher: Professor Ivana Noble, Ph.D.The Biblical and Patristic sources on Christology are read slightly differently in each generation and in eachculture, and yet the vital themes return to be interpreted. The course sets out to investigate who Jesus Christ is for21st century Christians. After an introductory lecture on the shifts of religiosity in contemporary Europe, the seminarwill explore a variety of current voices responding to the question, who is Christ. Students will read and interprettheological texts, listen to music, and engage with fine art.Seminar Church History - RET3019 (Nationalism in the Czech Lands: the Role of History and Religion)2 hours/week, 6 credits, Teacher: Dr. Peter MoréeShusaku Endo's “Silence” and Christian Mission - RL03312 hours/week, 6 credits, Teacher: Associate Professor Tim Noble, Ph.D.This course will consist of a close reading of the novel Silence by Shusaku Endo. In the context of Christian mission, it will ask questions about the meaning of context and inculturation, the challenges of suffering, what it means to be faithful, how to serve and respond to the needs of the other who is encountered.New Testament Seminar - RET2021A 2 hours/week, 6 credits, Teacher: Mgr. Jan Roskovec, Ph.D.Archaeology, Bible and Current Research in Israel - RET1042 2 hours/week, 6 credits, Teachers: Associate Professor Filip ?apek, Ph.D. and Mgr. David Moulis, Ph.D.The objective of the seminar is to inform about contemporary discussion that takes part between biblical theology and archaeology. Emphasis will be laid on analysis and critical evaluation of individual positions held in this discussion starting with more general concepts (interdisciplinarity, question of place of origin of Israel, verifiability of great biblical narratives etc.) and ending with particular subjects (chronology, stratigraphy, architecture, pottery etc.).The Pandemic and the Social and Church Community Life - RETK3042Block seminar on 13-15 November 2020, 2 credits, Teacher Dr. Peter MoréeThe block seminar will examine the following issues on the basis of the experiences of people working in the field (pastors, social workers, etc.): - The impact of social distancing on church communities - Changes to liturgical practices (e.g. singing, communion) - The changing role of social and medical workers in the perspective of society - Pastoral care in times of online meetingsNB. In view of the coronavirus situation it is not certain whether this seminar will take place.Block-Seminar in Biblical Archaeology - RET1072ABlock seminar, date to be confirmed, 2 credits, Teachers: Associate Professor Filip ?apek, Ph.D., Mgr. David Rafael Moulis, Ph.D.A block seminar on biblical archaeology was planned with participation by an expert from Tel Aviv University. But this now looks unlikely to take place.Courses recommended for students of Social WorkSocial Work in Czech Republic I; Current Situation and Challenges – RPZ022 hours/week, 5 credits; Teachers: Associate Professor PhDr. Eva K?í?ová, Ph.D., PhDr. Hana Jane?ková, Ph.D., PhDr. Jaroslava ??astná. Ph.D.The course aims to introduce major social issues and concerns in CR which are closely associated with social work: socio-economic development after 1989, current social structure and emerging problems, approaches to solve them and basic coping strategies. The course will explore theories and concepts related to social exclusion and integration, legal concerns and give examples of practical applications to be analysed and discussed by the course participants. Social Work in Practice I - RPZ21APractice placement, ca. 50 hours total, 5 credits, Supervisor: PhDr. Hana Jane?ková, Ph.D.A supervised practice placement (or placements) in a social work setting with some academic output also required. The placement is chosen individually in consultation with the supervisor, taking into account the interests of the student. The number of placements open to students who do not speak Czech is limited, so students interested in this course should write well in advance to the Office for International Relations outlining their motivation and interests and giving several alternative client groups they are interested in working with. This course is only open to exchange students enrolled at the Protestant Theological Faculty.International Social Work – RPZ04Block seminar 16-20 November 2020, Contact person: Associate Professor PhDr. Eva K?í?ová, Ph.D.Possibility to participate in annual online International and Intercultural Week 2020 - Applied Social Studies organised by VIVES University of Applied Sciences in Kortrijk. online group work, lectures and presentations on the theme “Resilience and Global Transformation. Surfing the waves of change.” Details still to be worked out. ................
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