THE DOCTOR
OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION DEGREE PROGRAM
The Doctor of Religious Education is the highest academic degree
in the theory and practice of Christian Education. It is designed
for persons of demonstrated
competence who have served at least three years in Christian Education
field with a strong emphasis on intercultural outreach. D.R.E.
degree program is suitable for Christian educators and Pastors
for a variety of ministries in the life of the Church. In addition
to the transfer of foundational and professional skills, the program
endeavors to foster the personal and spiritual development of
the student.
 The
D.R.E. program is carried out in a context of ministry. Pastor
and congregation/agency together participate in analyzing problems
and opportunities and in selecting a project for special attention
whereby
Both student and congregation/agency must benefit from a focused
and sustained process of learning and growth.
The courses and activities of the seminary provide students with
a rich variety of research, study, and peer group exchange which
they may bring to their local support group for working out the
specific project.
The nature and work of the Doctor of Religious Education program
at American Theological Seminary centers in: providing the instruction
and environment which
results in observable student mastery of the educational aptitude
of:
* Informed Investigation
* Faithful re-formation
* Holistic Integration. |
