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Faith-learning integration (FLI), an oft-stated goal of Christian higher education, is neither easy to define nor practice. Existing literature is not clear on how the fusion of faith and learning is taking place in the classroom, either in person or online. This study examines the two online programs of a Christian university in the Midwest of the United States. The purpose of the study is to describe some of the ways FLI is implemented in the two selected online programs, to gain a better understanding of FLI, and to suggest ways to implement FLI throughout the whole program effectively. The two online programs utilize discussion forums, assignments, weekly updates, online chapel, faith/life coaches, and online student portal to carry out FLI. Findings suggest that identifying elements of FLI and consistently integrating more elements of FLI into online course design will enhance FLI. Dialogue among program administrators, course writers, and faculty can make explicit the responsibilities of each and their assumptions regarding the implementation of FLI.
Veronika V. Kim (Mon,) studied this question.