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HOW DO WE TEACH?

At Madison University, our academic model is designed to form professionals and leaders with excellence, integrity, and a practical vision for the challenges of today's world and the remnant people of the end time. We integrate biblical values as the foundation for a fulfilling life in our classes, with a rigorous academic approach that prioritizes active learning, community, and the flexibility offered by online education.

At Madison we believe in an education that transcends the simple transmission of knowledge, seeking the integral development of the person: their character, their skills and their commitment to the mission.
We are an institution open to receive people from any country and of any belief because we believe that the duty that the Bible imposes on us is to teach others biblical truths without distinction of creed, race, country or ethnicity. We want people to practice what the Bible teaches not because we say so but because through the study of our classes, students have learned Bible truth by their own means.

Fundamental pillars of our model

Synchronous and quality online learning

Live and interactive classes

We are not a platform for pre-recorded courses. Our core learning is live sessions where students and teachers interact in real time through weekly video call, encouraging debate, resolution of doubts and the creation of a learning community.

Comprehensive technology platform

We use a robust and friendly platform that centralizes all academic activities: link to connect to classes, access to materials, taking exams and communication with teachers and classmates.

Accompaniment and community (cohorts)

Cohort system

Each student is integrated into a specific group or "cohort" from the moment of enrollment. This allows for a personalized experience, encouraging constant interaction and mutual support between peers who advance together in the same program, replicating the dynamics of a traditional academic community. Each cohort of students is different from each other, one group is made up of the students who entered before and the other groups are the last students who enrolled, and so on. According to Madison's Madison-approved academic PENSUM, each group studies the same classes, although some are ahead of others.

Mentoring and support

Students are not alone. At Madison they have the support of academic coordinators and professors who are always accessible to guide their learning process at all times, in the same way there is a technical department that helps each one in a personalized way in the process of coupling with the use of the class platform. All this helps students to be able to find, visualize and manage their classes in a timely manner without missing any live moments.

Flexibility with responsibility

Personalized agenda

We recognize that our students have work and family commitments. For this reason, we provide an agenda integrated into the platform that adapts the schedules of classes and activities to the time zone of each country, facilitating personal organization. Based on this agenda, students know the classes they will have weekly since the classes are published in advance by the teachers so that this serves as an orientation for the students about the classes they will have.

24/7 access to materials

While classes are live, recordings and study materials are permanently available for review and reference. This is good because students who are in different time zones and cannot connect to the live classes, can watch the recordings on the platform itself and download the published material.

Practical application and skill development

We transcend the memorization of theories. Our commitment is to bridge the gap between abstract knowledge and concrete practice. We strongly believe that deeper, more transformative learning happens when students can immediately apply what they've learned to solve real-world problems.
For this reason, we have built our curriculum around an Applied and Action-Based Learning methodology, which is manifested in three fundamental pillars.

Case Analysis: Developing the Criteria for Decision-Making

More than learning answers, our students learn to ask the right questions. Through the case method, we present students with complex, multifaceted narratives drawn from authentic professional, ministry, and community situations.

Immersion Process

Students immerse themselves in a specific case, analyzing its circumstances, identifying the actors involved, discerning the underlying issues, and weighing the potential consequences of different actions.

Development of critical thinking

This method trains the ability to analyze incomplete information, evaluate contradictory evidence, and argue with foundation. It is not a single "right answer" that is sought, but rather the development of a solid and well-founded criterion.

Leadership Preparation

By regularly facing complex dilemmas, students cultivate the confidence and insight needed to make difficult decisions in their future leadership roles, whether in a company, a nonprofit, or in their faith community.

For example, in a counseling course, students don’t just read about psychological theories; They analyze a detailed case of a person dealing with a crisis. They should diagnose needs, propose a plan of action based on biblical and professional principles, and anticipate potential challenges in the healing process.

Practical projects: simulating the challenges of the professional environment

We believe that learning is consolidated when it is executed. Our core assignments and assessments are designed as meaningful projects that replicate the types of challenges students will encounter in their careers.

Authenticity and relevance

Projects are not hypothetical exercises. Students create business plans, design community programs, develop sermons or teaching series, develop communication strategies, or produce real educational materials.

Knowledge integration

Unlike traditional exams that measure an isolated topic, projects require students to integrate knowledge from various areas: theology, ethics, management, and communication to create a coherent and viable final product.

Skills Portfolio

Upon graduation, the student doesn't just have a degree; It has a portfolio of completed projects that tangibly demonstrate its skills and competencies to employers or congregations.

For example, in a social entrepreneurship diploma, the final evaluation is not an exam, but the creation of a complete entrepreneurial project. Students must identify a social need, research the market, define a sustainable business model, draw up a budget and present their plan to their classmates and professors, simulating the search for investors.

Active participation: building knowledge in community

We reject the passive model where the student is a mere spectator. At Madison University, each student's voice is a valuable resource for enriching collective learning.

Live Socratic debates

During classes, teachers act as facilitators who guide in-depth discussions. Students are expected to intervene regularly, share their perspectives, question constructively, and relate concepts to their own experiences.

Collaboration as the norm

We encourage teamwork through rooms where students must collaborate to solve problems, analyze cases, or create presentations. This reflects the collaborative work environment of the 21st century.

Effective oral communication

Using the microphone to contribute to discussions is not optional; it is an essential part of the evaluation. This trains the ability to articulate ideas clearly, concisely, and convincingly in front of an audience, a critical skill for any leader.

For example, in an ethics class, the teacher presents a contemporary dilemma. Instead of giving a reading, it opens a debate. Students from different countries and backgrounds share their views, enriched by their unique cultural contexts. Through this interaction, the group collectively builds a more nuanced and global understanding of the subject than any reading alone could offer.

Learning structure and methodology

A) The virtual classroom:

  • It is the central space where learning occurs. Here, students:
    • They attend live classes with specialized teachers.
    • They enable their microphone to interact and enrich the debate (the camera is optional).
    • They participate in real-time Q sessions.

B) Assessment for learning:

  • Exams with defined dates: exams are held on dates stipulated within the platform and are non-transferable, ensuring fairness in the evaluation process.
  • Retake system: If a student does not achieve the minimum passing grade (70/100 in an exam or 80/100 in a subject), they have the opportunity to take up to two retake exams at a modest administrative cost, thus ensuring that they have multiple opportunities to demonstrate their learning.
  • Continuous assessment: in addition to exams, class participation, timely assignment submission, and project development are considered.

C) Clear and simple payment plan:

  • Free registration: the student can enroll in any career or diploma without an initial payment, eliminating barriers to entry.
  • Automated payment plan: When you enroll, the platform automatically generates a transparent and easy-to-follow monthly payment plan, which includes tuition and the first installment.
  • Commitment to regularity: The monthly payment model encourages an ongoing commitment to studies. The automatic cancellation due to delinquency after the third month due seeks to maintain the financial integrity of the institution and the seriousness of the student’s academic commitment.

Rules of coexistence and academic ethics

At Madison University, we value an environment of mutual respect and edification. All members of our community (students, faculty, and administrators) are committed to:

  • Maintain respectful communication in all interactions.
  • Encourage constructive dialogue and avoid any form of defamation, division, or harm to the institution or its members.
  • Act with academic honesty, avoiding plagiarism and any form of fraud in evaluations.

All this said. Madison University’s academic model is a comprehensive ecosystem designed for student success. We combine the flexibility of online education with the richness of live interaction, the support of a community, and a relevant curriculum, all grounded in strong values. We are committed to not only imparting knowledge, but also to training well-rounded people ready to have a positive impact on their environments.