Virtual Exchange Course (FSCIRE/TUC/KU) – 2024
The VEREAD (Virtual Exchange for Religious Education and Dialogue) project is launching a new Virtual Specialization Course on Contexts, Sources, and Methods for Critical-Historical Research and Discussion of Religion, organized in partnership with Kenyatta University (KU), Tangaza University College (TUC), and the Fondazione per le scienze religiose (FSCIRE).
Course Overview
This 13-week course, beginning on September 5th and running through November 28th, is designed to provide participants with critical skills for interpreting religious phenomena. The course focuses on the religious contexts of Eastern Africa, with in-depth exploration of Christianity, Islam, African Traditional Religion, and interreligious dialogue.
Key Features
Format: The course will be conducted online via Zoom, with 1.45 hours of teaching per week, complemented by virtual group activities to enhance interactive learning.
Modules: The course is divided into three comprehensive modules:
- Module 1: How to Study and Research Religion in Africa
- Module 2: Christianity and Islam
- Module 3: Interreligious Dialogue, New Religious Movements, and Current Issues
Participants will engage in a series of lectures and student-centered activities designed to foster intercultural dialogue and critical thinking. The course also includes a variety of textual analyses and discussions, encouraging a comparative and interdisciplinary approach to understanding religious traditions.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for students, researchers, and anyone interested in the academic study of religion, particularly within the African context. It offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of religion and develop essential research skills.
Registration Details
Cost: Free of charge
Deadline: Registration is open until September 10th.
For more information or to register, please contact Francesco Cargnelutti at: cargnelutti@fscire.it
