Q1. What do you think are some differences between studying religion in a church (or other religious institution) and studying religion in a classroom setting?
Q2. Which academic discipline (method) for the study of religion might appeal to you most and why?
Q3. When it comes to religion, are you an "insider"(a committed believer) or an "outsider"? Explain
Q4. How might your position (as in insider or outsider) affect your study of religion in this class?