This is an introductory course where the students will begin to comprehend the concept of assessing data, and analysis of survey and population data. Students will be able to identify types of survey, do simple analysis, provide graphical representations of analysis and interpret results of analysis
Missional leaders need to be familiar with measures of data analysis and be able to interpret tabular and graphical result that may help them develop intervention studies to meet the needs of their population
Missional leaders need to have a good understanding of their population being served in order to provide essential spiritual needs
Missional demographers need to utilize this knowledge to assess population characteristics on the mission field and provide spiritual assistance as needed.
Students will be encouraged to analyze simple data and interpret results of analysis and may be asked to use this information to write a report of recommendations for both spiritual, economic, and social advancement of their population.
The course will provide students with the contextual knowledge of population data as it relates to diverse communities and use this knowledge to identify needs and proffer effective solution
An understanding of data analysis will help Christian missional leaders serve diverse cultures and races better.
Students will become familiar with data analysis, measures of health status, and will be able to describe key demographic characteristic of their population
Students will be engaged to conduct descriptive analysis of population data while encouraging critical thinking in interpretation of results
