Theological Education and Technology

Paper Summary:

The impact of information technology is now being felt on theological education. Along with the implications for extension education and distance learning, information technology and digital information have the potential of changing the way in which theological discourse is used. Through qualitative research, this paper addresses issues such as the problems the traditional delivery of theological education face in the information technology age. It also questions whether theological education can be delivered effectively via distance learning or the Internet. The paper also shows what makes theological education different from other types of education.

Table of Contents
Abstract
Statement of the Problem
Hypothesis
Literature Review
Theological Education and Distance Education
The Modern Theological Student
Challenges Facing Theological Education
Persistent Criticisms of Distance Education
Effectiveness of Distance Education in Theological Education
Conclusion
Methodology
Questionnaire
Bibliography

From the Paper:

"Distance education has the potential to provide a way for churches and religious leaders to develop programs in conjunction with theological institutions or in place of seminaries where the academy is unresponsive (Williams, 2001). Many of these efforts center theological education around ministry, or around the development of leadership skills, and build on the reality that learning in these areas is more effective when based at a site where it will be used."

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