formation sessions 2
Franciscan Formation Sessions 2
Module Code: 433FFSN2 Credits: 10 Contact Hours: 30 Level: 4 Lecturer: Kathleen Anne Copp OSF | Crispin Jose SCSC
Syllabus
Work will focus on three main areas which will be selected by each student. They will carry out guided personal research on recent Church materials relevant to these areas. Work in progress will be brought back to the group and presentations made once a topic has been covered. Small groups will then prepare a formal presentation, using the work of each student, geared to a specific audience.
During this term the sessions will include an audited human and spiritual development element.
Aims
- To familiarise students with current Church documents relevant to Formation of Religious
- To explore areas of human development in the context of preparing Franciscan Formation Programmes
- To monitor individual progress in other modules and provide individual help as appropriate
Assessment
There will be continual assessment and monitoring of the group.
Teaching Methods
Students will work in whole group sessions, as individuals and in smaller groups. There are mentors available to meet individual needs. Students will be expected to make a presentation on one of their selected areas designed for a particular group within the process of formation in their community/congregation
Knowledge and Understanding
By the end of the module students will be able to:
- Apply contemporary Christian documents to Franciscan formation
- Analyse non Franciscan texts in order to choose what is essential and relevant for Franciscan formation
- Share and discuss what they have learned openly and confidently within the group
Subject Specific Skills
- Interpret a range of material in order to apply it to formation in their future ministry
- Organise material and present it in a manner appropriate for a given group whether as part of a formation programme or if invited to a parish/church/student gathering
- Collaborate with others to develop ideas and skills
Transferable Skills
- Form independent opinions and present these in the group in such a way that open discussion and debate can take place.
- Contribute confidently to class and group discussions
