One Day Academy

LIVE with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Phoenix Kageler
Description: This course surveys the content and theological message of biblical story. Special emphasis is placed on considering the biblical story of redemption as a unified and coherent narrative of God’s ongoing work within his kingdom. Understanding the Bible within historical, cultural, and literary settings is highlighted. Throughout the course the students will begin to develop skills in interpreting the Bible with care and wisdom as well as move toward finding and articulating their place within God’s story of redemption.

LIVE with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Michelle Allen
Description: In conjunction with LeTourneau University, One Day Academy offers this in-depth study of the criminal justice system. This one-semester class provides three university credit hours. Using a Christian worldview, the course offers an introduction to both the historical and philosophical overviews of the American criminal justice system. Students will study the nature, extent, and impact of crimes and gain understanding about criminal laws and courts, law enforcement agencies, and correctional systems. Please note that due to the nature of some of the topics (including criminal situations) discussed in class, the course is recommended for mature students.

LIVE with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Beth Cusack
Description: A continuation of the survey of American life beginning with the post-Civil War Reconstruction Era and extending to the present. Political, economic, diplomatic, and military history are covered along with the contributions of minority groups.

LIVE with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Rochelle Connell
Description: This course involves the study of biopsychosocial and spiritual aspects of development from birth to death. Through the examination of various theories and research, this course will allow students to experience a greater understanding of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development through the lifespan.

LIVE with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Michelle Allen
Description: Partnering with LeTourneau University, we are excited to offer this one-semester course for high school students. Students will earn 3 university credit hours. They will learn not only how local, state, and national governments are structured, but means of participating in and influencing government at each level. Throughout the course we will study the institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas that make up American politics. Special attention will be directed toward learning how to analyze primary source documents. The U.S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence will be studied in detail, supplemented by parts of the Federalist Papers. There will be a special emphasis on the judicial system. Students will survey famous historical cases such as Marbury v. Madison, Brown v. Board of Education, and Roe v. Wade, as well as important current cases and issues. This course is interactive. During the semester students will participate in a variety of simulations and debates which will help them to master the material. One significant research paper will be required.

Async with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Beth Cusack
Description: A general survey of the western heritage, focusing on political, social, and intellectual developments beginning with the civilizations of Mesopotamia continuing through the Greeks, Romans, Middle Ages in Europe, Reformation, etc. The course concludes around the turn of the 18th century and Europe’s Scientific Revolution.

LIVE with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Rochelle Connell
Description: The scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Fundamental theories, problems, and procedures relating to human activity. Biological, social, and cultural factors in development. Topics include neuroscience, development, gender, sensation and perception, learning, memory, thinking, motivation and emotion, stress, personality, psychological disorders and therapy, and social psychology.

LIVE with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Beth Cusack
Description: A general survey of the establishment and growth of the American nation from the colonial period through the Civil War and into the Reconstruction era. Covers the social, political, economic, and cultural life of the new nation, giving particular stress to the reasons behind the near dissolution of the Union.

Async with LETU adjunct professor and ODA instructor: Beth Cusack
Description: Covers world events and significant movements from the turn of the 17th century and the Scientific Revolution in Europe to the present. Particular focus is placed on the developments and impact of the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment Era, and the Industrial Revolution as key elements in the shaping of the modern western world.