Curricular Strategy and Evaluation

Luther Seminary adopted its present curricular strategy in 1993. This strategy calls for the teaching of theological education within a framework of three inter-related movements. While the first movement receives more emphasis early in our programs, and the last more emphasis later, all three emphases are part of the entire curriculum. The three movements are:

• Learning the Story
• Interpreting and Confessing
• Leading in Mission

The curricular strategy involves a continual evaluation of four different indicators that we use to assess our effectiveness in educating leaders for Christian communities. The seminary expects all students to master a necessary set of minimum standards in all educational areas, even as we seek to engage all students to aspire to the full level of their abilities. The four evaluation components are:

• Attitudes and Beliefs
• Skills
• Knowledge Base
• Habits and Character