Common Questions and Answers
Q: What materials and supplies do I need to attend?
A: You will need a Bible, a computer or smart phone with internet access, a Pen or pencil, and a 5 subject composition notebook to take notes.
Q: Will there be any written exams?
A: No, however, it is strongly advised that you take good notes so that you can record on paper and memory what you have learned.
Q: Will there be any homework to turn in?
A: No, there is no homework after each lesson. However, all students must complete and submit a standard worksheet of 7 questions in order to receive credit for the book (Basic Bible Diploma). Students are also encouraged to apply what they have learned after each lesson.
Q: What do you mean that we will be learning in the oral tradition of the Bible?
A: In Bible days, the Bible was communicated orally. When Jesus taught his disciples, he didn’t have a chalkboard or chalk, nor did he give his disciples written exams in a formal setting. But, he taught them by precepts and examples and they followed him with open hearts and
minds, ready to receive the truth being taught by our Lord Jesus Christ.
Q: How long is each lesson?
A: Each lesson is one hour long, however most lessons are in two parts, 25 minutes sessions.
Q: How long is each semester?
A: 14 weeks. Classes normally began the third week of January in the Spring and end the first week of May. Fall semester classes will normally began the third week of August and end the first week of December.
Q: How long is the Basic Bible program?
A: It is four years long, but because it is self-paced, if you would like to study at a faster pace that can be arranged also.
Q: Is this school accredited?
A: No, and we have no plans to be accredited. When a school becomes accredited they have to teach what the accreditation board want them to teach and not what God is leading you to teach. The accreditation board becomes the school’s master rather than God.
Q: What is the advantage of doing school online?
A: You are in complete control of your time. You study on-line whenever you wish. It saves on gas and wear and tear on your vehicle. There is no traveling back and forth to class.
Q: What’s the disadvantage of doing school online?
A: You lose the personal touch and interaction with your teacher. However, the school will have a help line, which will allow you to interact with your professor. You can call or email Dr. Wilbert six days a week, and he will be in contact with you promptly. We welcome your questions and comments.
Q: When does the semester begin?
A: The Spring semester begins Jan 16, 2017; and the Fall semester begins late August 21.
Q: What do I do when I complete all eight semesters (Basic Bible Program)?
A: Notify the office by email [email protected]. Your diploma will be sent in May if you finish doing the Spring semester or it will be sent in December if you finish during the Fall semester. It is our hope that enough students will complete the program so that we can have a graduation program.
Q: How do I register and enroll for the program?
A: You can register online at alookinthebook.com or you can call 972-257-3766
Q: What materials and supplies do I need to attend?
A: You will need a Bible, a computer or smart phone with internet access, a Pen or pencil, and a 5 subject composition notebook to take notes.
Q: Will there be any written exams?
A: No, however, it is strongly advised that you take good notes so that you can record on paper and memory what you have learned.
Q: Will there be any homework to turn in?
A: No, there is no homework after each lesson. However, all students must complete and submit a standard worksheet of 7 questions in order to receive credit for the book (Basic Bible Diploma). Students are also encouraged to apply what they have learned after each lesson.
Q: What do you mean that we will be learning in the oral tradition of the Bible?
A: In Bible days, the Bible was communicated orally. When Jesus taught his disciples, he didn’t have a chalkboard or chalk, nor did he give his disciples written exams in a formal setting. But, he taught them by precepts and examples and they followed him with open hearts and
minds, ready to receive the truth being taught by our Lord Jesus Christ.
Q: How long is each lesson?
A: Each lesson is one hour long, however most lessons are in two parts, 25 minutes sessions.
Q: How long is each semester?
A: 14 weeks. Classes normally began the third week of January in the Spring and end the first week of May. Fall semester classes will normally began the third week of August and end the first week of December.
Q: How long is the Basic Bible program?
A: It is four years long, but because it is self-paced, if you would like to study at a faster pace that can be arranged also.
Q: Is this school accredited?
A: No, and we have no plans to be accredited. When a school becomes accredited they have to teach what the accreditation board want them to teach and not what God is leading you to teach. The accreditation board becomes the school’s master rather than God.
Q: What is the advantage of doing school online?
A: You are in complete control of your time. You study on-line whenever you wish. It saves on gas and wear and tear on your vehicle. There is no traveling back and forth to class.
Q: What’s the disadvantage of doing school online?
A: You lose the personal touch and interaction with your teacher. However, the school will have a help line, which will allow you to interact with your professor. You can call or email Dr. Wilbert six days a week, and he will be in contact with you promptly. We welcome your questions and comments.
Q: When does the semester begin?
A: The Spring semester begins Jan 16, 2017; and the Fall semester begins late August 21.
Q: What do I do when I complete all eight semesters (Basic Bible Program)?
A: Notify the office by email [email protected]. Your diploma will be sent in May if you finish doing the Spring semester or it will be sent in December if you finish during the Fall semester. It is our hope that enough students will complete the program so that we can have a graduation program.
Q: How do I register and enroll for the program?
A: You can register online at alookinthebook.com or you can call 972-257-3766