Academic Philosophy and Methodology

King Solomon said that there is nothing new under the sun. We believe that all of the information that students need to be successful has probably been put into print. In Chambers College, well-chosen books by outstanding writers will many times serve as "lectures." Students will take notes and make outlines of the books just as they would classroom lectures, then apply the information gleaned to practical projects as they develop the skills in their chosen field. Appropriate video lectures and research projects will be used as well.

Evaluation procedures chosen by our instructors will demonstrate the student's ability to apply what he or she has learned, and not merely the ability to memorize data. In every way possible, we seek to develop higher level thinking skills, Biblical discernment, and life application.
Classes offered by the faculty of Chambers College are designed to challenge the student both intellectually and spiritually.

Christian thinking means thinking on the basis of things, not thinking in pious terms. With many the experience is right, the life of God is there, but there has been no thinking on the basis of things, and when things hit there is confusion. If we are going to think along Christian lines and know where to place our individual experiences, it is time we exercised ourselves intellectually as well as spiritually. Oswald Chambers, Conformed to His Image.

The Oxford University model of tutorial instruction is used extensively. Students will do guided study, research and problem solving, then participate in tutorial sessions to discuss their findings and conclusions. The instructor will guide them into additional areas for thought and research, and lecture on critical concepts and issues to help each student in his or her study.

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