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BACHELOR LEVEL PROGRAMS
KNOWLEDGE AREA DEMONSTRATIONS
ASP offers a baccalaureate level certificates which requires a
ninety (90) hour concentration in the Humanities,
Social Sciences/History from a religious
perspective--thirty (30) hours in the Humanities,
thirty (30) hours in the Social Sciences/History, and
thirty (30) hours in Natural Sciences/Mathematics.
Each student must select a thirty (30) hour minimum
and maximum Depth core applicable to their chosen track
(the Academic Advisor and Faculty Advisors will assist
each student to select proper bibliographies applicable
to their chosen track). The balance of the one hundred
twenty (120) hour requirement may be distributed among
elected knowledge areas. To earn 15 hours for the
semester the student must complete a Knowledge Area
Demonstration (KAD) that is previously outlined and
approved in the form of a Learning Agreement (approved
by the student's faculty advisor). Each KAD consists of
a Breadth component, i.e., a minimum of 40 finished
typed pages of work aligned with the approved Learning
Agreement.
Major Knowledge Areas
Humanities: Literature in English (Composition,
Religious Essay writing, etc.) Art (Painting, Drawing,
Sculpture, Applied Design Photography, Art History,
etc.) Music (Culturally, Historically, Gospel,
Contemporary, etc.) Languages (Intro. to Hebrew, Intro.
to Greek, etc.)
Social Science/History: Sociology (Studies on Cultures
and societies affected by Judeo-Christianity) History
(Historical studies in ancient Bible times and more
recent times comparing and contrasting, etc.) Psychology
(Study of theories and constructs of Theocentric
Psychology) Archaeology (Studies of archaeological
findings substantiating Biblical writings, etc.)
Economics (Studies of economics based on Biblical
principles, etc-)
Natural Sciences/Mathematics: Any Desired Math
Chemistry, Biology or Physics Courses May Be Taken As
Electives and Satisfied Through CLEP or DANTES
Examinations, University of Tennessee Independent
College Credit Courses, or CORPA Accredited college
courses. Creationism vs. Darwinism etc. Numerics of the
Bible and Statistics, etc. Pharmacology, etc. Geography,
etc. Geology, etc. Zoology, Botany, Cosmology, Biology,
etc. Practicums, Internships, etc.
NOTE 1: See Student Handbook for an ASP KAD example
NOTE 2: See financial information section of this
catalog for details on undergraduate tuition and fees.
GRADUATE LEVEL CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
KNOWLEDGE AREA DEMONSTRATIONS
Master level study requires considerable mastery of
broad conceptual and historical knowledge, in depth
understanding of theoretical and practical issues, and
the ability to apply knowledge to problems of
professional significance. As a ASP student you will
acquire and demonstrate these competencies through the
completion of Knowledge Area Demonstrations (KADs).
These KADs become an effective avenue for acquiring and
demonstrating master level competence.
Each student is expected to encounter general areas of
knowledge in their preparation of each KAD- The KAD is
also subdivided into two components--a Breadth and a
Depth section. The Breadth section requires a
demonstration of the student's familiarity with the
broad theoretical and conceptual underpinnings of the
knowledge base. The assignments will allow for
individually designed approaches but will be based upon
essentially the same cross-disciplinary literature. Each
section should have a 15 book (minimum) and 2 journals
(minimum) bibliography. Each section should also include
10 annotations targeting 10 sources in the bibliography
(student's choice).
The Depth section will entail a demonstration of the
student's understanding of a specialized area. Each
student will develop an annotated bibliography and write
a scholarly paper which will reflect a
"state-of-the-art' understanding of a specialized area,
issue or concern.
The components of each KAD has a common internal
structure. Learning objectives for the component are set
forth and a list of Basic Readings is provided. The
student will select a specified number of these titles,
the contents of which will be integrated in a
comprehensive assignment. This assignment will be
selected from a series of options or can be individually
developed in consultation with the student's faculty
advisor.
The faculty will assess each KAD and determine whether
it meets the criteria set forth for that particular KAD.
The assessment is based on how clearly the student
demonstrates and expresses their competency. Papers must
also show evidence of conceptualization that involves
comparison and contrast of the ideas they find in the
literature. If it meets the standards of excellence and
fulfills the expected knowledge criteria, the KAD will
receive a passing evaluation and the student will gain
credit for that particular KAD--seven (7) hours. A
total of six (6) KADs must be completed which includes
the Research KAD--which is also the student's Thesis
(the sixth KAD is awarded 10 hours).
If the KAD does not meet the standards of excellence
and/or does not fulfill the expected knowledge criteria,
the KAD will be returned to the student for rework. Upon
completion of rework, the student is to resubmit the KAD
for another evaluation and will develop the KAD until it
becomes acceptable to ASP's standards.
NOTE: Before students begin writing their KADs their
first assignment is to write an essay designed to
explore carefully their past learning experiences in
theology and ecclesiology and incorporate basic
questions which are being addressed in theological
reflection and praxis. Students will also reflect on
their future professional and vocational goals.
MASTERS LEVEL KADs
MASTER LEVEL OF DIVINITY/THEOLOGY/CHURCH
ADMINISTRATION/RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CORE KADs
The CORE KADs for the Divinity Certificate deal with the
ramifications of Judeo-Christianity on the following:
1. SOCIAL AND CULTURAL SYSTEMS (14-Div/7-Others hours)
A. BREADTH: Globally
This portion of the KAD is designed to explore and
reflect the historical development of
Judeo-Christianity from the times of Christ as well as
other religions of the world (particularly Hinduism,
Buddhism, Taoism and Islam) and their impact on social
and cultural systems of the world.
DEPTH: Focused
This portion of the KAD is designed to explore the
developments of Judeo-Christianity in America and its
effect on America's social and cultural system.
II. POLITICAL SYSTEMS (14-Div/7-Others hours)
A. BREADTH: Globally
This portion of the KAD explores major political systems
predating Christ with a special emphasis on Jewish
government. An examination of the synoptic gospels and
Pauline literature is conducted to discover the effect
political systems had on the Judeo-Christian church
regarding church polity and church discipline.
B. DEPTH: Focused
This portion of the KAD examines the ramifications
Judaism and Judeo-Christianity has had on American
politics. The writings of Reinhold Niebuhr will be
explored and especially his interpretations of Christian
theology (anthropology, Christology, and understanding
of history and eschatology) and political philosophy.
Church involvement in politics will be examined as well.
III. JUDICIAL SYSTEMS (14-Div/7-Others hours)
BREADTH: Globally
This portion of the KAD explores the life and faith of
ancient Israel in its historical content, theological
relevance for current Judeo-Christians and the impact
Judaism has had on global judicial systems.
B. DEPTH: Focused
An examination of the American judicial item will be
explored and how Judeo-Christianity has
effected it. Political violence to bring about social
change vs. nonviolent alternatives (Jesus Christ,
Mohandas Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Dorothy
Day will be considered) will be examined as well.
ADVANCED KADs
The ADVANCED KADs deal with the ramifications of the
above systems on:
IV. MORAL AND ETHICAL SYSTEMS (14-Div/7-Others hours)
A. BREADTH: Historically/Globally
This portion of the KAD will explore the Christian
virtue of solidarity to maintain standards of morality,
ethics, and justice in a changing world. Personal
lifestyle choices, human sexuality, socio-political
involvement, world hunger, ethnic cleansing, abortion,
euthanasia, nuclear proliferation and how the church is,
should be or should not be involved in the
aforementioned will be examined.
DEPTH: Focused
This portion of the KAD investigates morals and ethics
relative to such issues as homophobia, suicide, incest
mental health care, marriage and family, pastoral, and
clinical pastoral counseling, and ministry to the
disabled and elderly.
V. MY PROFESSION (14-Div/7-Others hours)
A. BREADTH: Historically/Futuristically (From a Global
Perspective)
This portion of the KAD examines personal pastoral
identity and theology with the focus on a specialized
ministry within the scope of pastoral care and
introduces the student to three major institutions: 1) a
general hospital, 2) a mental health facility, and 3)
correction system institution. Students will examine
spiritual, psychological, and social factors that
influence the growth of belief and human development at
various stages as well as how the church should
participate (Christian worship, music, preaching,
teaching liturgical rites, and ceremonies) in this
growth and development.
B. DEPTH: Local Applications (This includes 1000 hours
of approved practice and 50 hours of face to face
supervision.)
Students will participate for 1000 hours in an approved
clinical practicum (500 hours internship in an
institution and 500 hours in an ecclesiastical setting
as mentioned in the Breadth section of this KAD) and
experience 50 hours of approved face to face supervision
(25 hours of clinical supervision and 25 hours of
pastoral supervision). This allows the student to learn
coping skills when dealing with personal difficulties
pastors face, including overwork, spiritual dryness and
emotional entanglements, transference,
counter-transference, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment
planning, etc. Students will submit documentation
reflecting their internship and supervision.
VI. RESEARCH (Thesis) (Student's choice with the
guidance of the student's faculty advisor) (10 hours)
A. BREADTH
The thesis should reflect breadth of one or more major
doctrines of the Christian faith and its relationship to
other doctrines in the light of historical development
and contemporary significance. Areas of research may
include eschatological epistemology, salvific dogmas and
paradigms, thesis attributes, spirituality,
healing-divine and human intervention, etc.
B- DEPTH
The thesis should also reflect an in-depth mastery of
the chosen area of research.
NOTE: The Masters of Divinity certificate requires additional
KADs at 7 hours each until a total of 75 or more
accumulative hours has been reached. These extra KADs
will be independent research projects designed by the
student and approved by their faculty Advisor. The
reason for these additional KADs for the Masters Level of
Divinity certificate is because the Masters Level of Divinity
certificate is the terminal certificate.
See student handbook for greater detail, guidance
and actual examples.
MASTER LEVEL OF PASTORAL COUNSELING/PSYCHOLOGY
CORE KADs
I. PATHOLOGY (7 hours)
The etiology of pathology is explored including the
assessment of organic, genetic, and anatomical injury
versus psychological or Psychosomatic disorders.
A. BREADTH: General Pathology
B. DEPTH: Psychopathology
II. INTERVENTION STRATEGIES (7 hours)
A broad scope of intervention strategies is explored
ranging from scriptural to secular interventions. And
the holistic efficaciousness of said interventions is
examined.
A. BREADTH: Biblical and Secular Intervention
Strategies.
B. DEPTH: Practicum (1000 hours w/50 hours of face to
face supervision.
III. SOCIOLOGY (7 hours)
This knowledge area explores the historical development
as well as the theories, constructs, and paradigms of
sociology as a science; one that explores the doings of
people within a societal context. Various theorists are
examined and their impact on how people view themselves
today contrasted with historical views.
A. BREADTH: Historical Development of Sociology.
B. DEPTH: Current Theories and Theorists.
ADVANCED KADs
IV. PSYCHOLOGY (7 hours)
Founding theorists of psychology and psychoanalysis are
examined including Freud, Adler and Jung. Theocentric,
psychoanalysis, neo-analytic, existentialistic, and
humanistic theories are explored.
A. BREADTH: Historical Development of Psychology
B. DEPTH: Theocentric Psychology.
V. PASTORAL COUNSELING (7 hours)
In this knowledge area the development of pastoral
counseling as a modern profession is explored. The many
socially imposed controls, approbations, and
expectations are examined; are they over burdensome,
suppressing, injudicious or are they remedial and
beneficial.
A. BREADTH:
Current Trends in Pastoral Counseling: Theories,
Licensing, Legal Issues, Moral, Ethics, Human Right, and
Social Work.
B. DEPTH:
Initiating Programs and management: Hospitals,
Colleges/Universities, Seminars, Non-profit Corporations
and Future Programs.
VI. RESEARCH (Thesis) (Student's choice with the
guidance of the student's faculty advisor) (10 credits)
This study examines major research methodologies and
equips the student with research skills enabling him/her
to develop a research proposal. ASP does not endorse one
mode of research, rather, student are encouraged to
pursue their personal and professional interests and
explore the questions that appeal to them. Students are
guided to resources which help them learn to conduct
scholarly inquiry, to understand ethical and
philosophical issues in research, to comprehend
statistical concepts and procedures, and research
designs.
A. BREADTH: General Overview of Research Methodologies
(Must include statistical analysis).
B. DEPTH: Student's Choice (Should be methodology chosen
for Thesis).
NOTE: See student handbook for greater detail and
guidance.
Psychoanalytic Certification
Students interested in psychoanalytic certification
should review the student handbook for details.
ASP certification program follows guidelines established
by NAAP.
DOCTORAL LEVEL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
KNOWLEDGE AREA DEMONSTRATIONS
Doctorate level study requires considerable mastery of
broad conceptual and historical knowledge, in depth
understanding of theoretical and practical issues, and
the ability to apply knowledge to problems of
professional significance. As a ASP student you will
acquire and demonstrate these competencies through the
completion of Knowledge Area Demonstrations (KADs).
These KADs become an effective avenue for acquiring and
demonstrating doctorate level competence.
Each student is expected to encounter general areas of
knowledge in their preparation of each KAD. The KAD is
subdivided into three components--a Breadth, a Depth,
and an Application section. The Breadth section requires
a demonstration of the student's familiarity with the
broad theoretical and conceptual underpinnings of the
knowledge base. The assignments will allow for
individually designed approaches but will be based upon
essentially the same cross-disciplinary literature. Each
section should have a 15 book (minimum) and 2 journals
(minimum) bibliography. Each section should also include
10 annotations targeting 10 sources in the bibliography
(student's choice).
The Depth section will entail a demonstration of the
student's understanding of a specialized area. Each
student will develop an annotated bibliography and write
a scholarly paper which will reflect a
"state-of-the-art' understanding of a specialized area,
issue or concern.
The Application section will be a specialized assignment
that reveals the student's understanding of the
theoretical and conceptual underpinnings of the
knowledge base by relating it to a relevant issue in
their profession.
The components of each KAD share a common internal
structure. Learning objectives for the component are set
forth and a list of Basic Readings is provided The
student will select a specified number of these titles,
the contents of which will be integrated in a
comprehensive assignment. This assignment will be
selected from a series of options or can be individually
developed in consultation with the student's faculty
advisor.
The faculty will assess each KAD and determine whether
it meets the criteria set forth for that particular KAD.
The assessment is based on how clearly you demonstrate
and express your competency. Papers must also show
evidence of conceptualization that involves comparison
and contrast of the ideas you find in the literature. If
it meets the standards of excellence and fulfills the
expected knowledge criteria, the KAD will receive a
passing evaluation and the student will gain credit for
that particular KAD--eight (8) hours (with the
exception of two 10 hour KADS). A total of seven (7)
KADs must be completed.
If the KAD does not meet the standards of excellence
and/or does not fulfill the expected knowledge criteria,
the KAD will be returned to the student for rework. Upon
completion of rework, the student is to resubmit the KAD
for another evaluation and will work the KAD until it
becomes acceptable to standards.
In addition, each student must do a dissertation.
Students will submit a dissertation proposal to their
faculty advisor and doctoral committee. Upon approval,
the student may proceed with the dissertation, (See the
dissertation handbook for greater detail.)
NOTE: Before students begin writing their KADs their
first assignment is to write an essay designed to
explore carefully their past learning experiences in
theology and ecclesiology and incorporate new learning
on basic questions which are being addressed in
theological reflection and praxis. Students will also
reflect on their future professional and vocational
goals.
DOCTORAL LEVEL CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
DOCTORAL LEVEL CORE KADs
FOR DOCTOR OF MINISTRY/THEOLOGY/CHURCH
ADMINISTRATION/RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/PASTORAL
PSYCHOLOGY/PASTORAL COUNSELING
I. SYSTEMS THEORY (8 credits)
This KAD examines major systems theory and theorists
from a broad and in-depth perspective and encourages the
student to discover applications in his/her profession.
Also considered in depth are theories which impact on
micro- and macro-levels of social and economic systems.
A. Breadth: Major Systems Theories
B. Depth: Ecclesiastical Systems Theory
C. Application: Family Systems-Self Analysis
II. HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (8 hours)
This knowledge area addresses basic theories and current
research in stages of human development, transitions
between stages, normal developmental patterns, and
crisis's which occur. Students learn to explore
developmental questions in the context of both
chronological time and underlying physical, social, and
psychological experiences.
A. Breadth: Individual Differences: Major Theories and
Theorists of Human
Development; Abnormal Psychology; Personality Theories.
B. Depth: Theocentric Theory
C. Demonstration: self-analysis and personal analysis
(50 hrs) (300 hours for
certification students)
III. RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD AND SOCIETAL DEVELOPMENT (8
credits)
This KAD examines major religions of the world from a
broad and in-depth perspective and stimulates the
student to apply his/her knowledge within the context of
his/her profession.
A. Breadth: Basis of Religions
B. Depth: Basis of Judeo-Christianity
C. Application: Dissemination of Judeo-Christianity
IV. RESEARCH (10 hours)
The Research KAD examines major research methodologies
and equips the student with research skills enabling
him/her to develop a research proposal. ASP does not
endorse one mode of research; rather, students are
encouraged to pursue their personal and professional
interests and explore the questions that appeal to them.
Students are guided to resources which help them learn
to conduct scholarly inquiry, to understand ethical and
philosophical issues in research, to comprehend
statistical concepts and procedures, and research
designs.
A. Breadth: Major Research Methodologies
B. Depth: Methodological Illustration
C. Application: Preliminary Dissertation Proposal
ADVANCED KADs
FOR DOCTOR LEVEL OF MINISTRY/RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/CHURCH
ADMINISTRATION
V. JUDEO-CHRISTIAN INFLUENCE (8 credits)
This KAD explores the scope of influence
Judeo-Christianity has upon the world from a broad and
in-depth perspective and encourages the student to find
ways that it has effected or will effect change in
his/her profession.
A. Breadth: Historical, Current and Future Development
of Judaism and
Christianity
B. Depth: Societal, Cultural, Political, Moral, Ethical
and Judicial Aspects of
Judeo-Christian Influence
C. Application: Its Influence On My Profession
VI. INTERVENTION STRATEGIES (8 hours)
This KAD examines multiple intervention strategies from
a broad and in-depth perspective and encourages the
student to find ways to apply his/her knowledge to
his/her profession.
A. Breadth: Clinical Methodologies vs. Spiritual
Methodologies
B. Depth: Clerical Codes of Ethics and Standards
C. Application: Practicum (2000 hours of supervised work
w/50 hours of face to
face supervision)
VII. CASE STUDY (10 hours)
This KAD explores an individual case utilizing the
methods of case study as a means to examine various
issues surrounding a specific incident, individual,
company, issue, disease, system, etc. relevant to the
ecclesiastical precinct.
DISSERTATION PROPOSAL
DISSERTATION (15 hours)
ADVANCED KADs FOR DOCTOR LEVEL OF THEOLOGY
V. JUDEO-CHRISTIAN INFLUENCE (8 hours)
This KAD explores the scope of influence
Judeo-Christianity has upon the world from a broad and
in-depth perspective and encourages the student to find
ways that it has effected or will effect change in
his/her profession.
A. Breadth: Historical, Current and Future Development
of Judaism and
Christianity
B. Depth: Societal, Cultural, Political, Moral, Ethical
and Judicial Aspects of
Judeo-Christian Influence
C. Application: Its Influence On My Profession
VI. ADVANCED CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY (8 hours)
This KAD examines prevailing major and minor Biblical
doctrines from the reformation to twentieth century
denominationalism covering broad teachings from
justification to eschatological epistemology. Each
student will examine their individual heritage both
historically and contemporarily from a broad and
in-depth Perspective. Each student is encouraged to find
ways to apply his/her knowledge to his/her vocational or
avocational context demonstrating an understanding of
Clerical Ethics and Standards.
A. Breadth: Historical Christian Theology
B. Depth: Examination of Individual Christian
Theological Heritage
C. Application: Theological Teaching Practicum (2000
hours of supervised work
w/50 hours of face to face supervision) demonstrating
and understanding of Clerical Ethics and Standards
VII. CASE STUDY (10 hours)
This KAD explores an individual case utilizing the
methods of case study as a means to examine various
issues surrounding a specific incident, individual,
company, issue, disease, system etc. relevant to the
ecclesiastical precinct.
DISSERTATION PROPOSAL
DISSERTATION (15 credits)
Specializations:
ASP offers several Professional Specializations for
masters and doctoral level certification programs. Students
interested in psychology and Psychoanalytic
Specializations should review the student handbook.
Psychology and psychoanalysis specialization programs
follow guidelines established by the Consortium of
Diversified Psychology Programs (CDPP) and the National
Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis (NAAP)
respectively. Some Specializations are:
1. Clinical Psychology
2. Counseling Psychology
3. School Psychology
4. Organizational Psychology
5. Certified Psychoanalysis
NOTE: For more information on Professional and
Avocational Specializations see student handbook for
greater detail and guidance.
ADVANCE KADs FOR DOCTOR LEVEL OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
V. THEORIES OF LEARNING AND MOTIVATION - (8 semester
hours)
This knowledge area surveys the field of human learning
with emphasis on needs, expectations, motivation,
perception and communication as they pertain to learning
and individual change.
A. Breadth: As contracted between professor and student.
B. Depth: As contracted between professor and student.
C. Application: As contracted between professor and
student.
VI. ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING FOR EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTIONS -
(8 semester hours)
Education as an institution has been a stimulus for
social development over the past decades. Students study
the body of literature on educational administration and
explore in depth the many possibilities relating
education to change in their profession. This knowledge
area includes examination of the causes and effects of
change in the profession as well as the societal
consequences of professional activity.
A. Breadth: As contracted between professor and student.
B. Depth: As contracted between professor and student.
C. Application: As contracted between professor and
student.
VII. ADVANCED CASE STUDY IN APPLIED CHANGE-EDUCATION -
(10 semester hours)
Utilizing theoretical constructs and models of human
learning and educational practice from the previous two
knowledge areas, students are challenged to apply these
constructs to practical apply these constructs to
practical application through a case study format. For
assessment in this area, students will design a case
study of an aspect of their professional practice.
Students' professional growth and understanding of
continuity and change in their profession as primary
objectives.
ADVANCED KADs FOR DOCTOR LEVEL OF PASTORAL
PSYCHOLOGY/COUNSELING
V. THEOCENTRIC PSYCHOLOGY (8 hours)
Students examine, compare and contrast major Biblical
concepts regarding the human behavior and the human soul
versus major secular theorists and schools of thought
from a psychological and interactional perspective. This
knowledge area provides a base for students facing
pastoral counseling, empathy (diagnostic), and care
(treatment) of parishioners or community members seeking
spiritual help.
A. Breadth: Overview of Major Theocentric Theories
B. Depth: An expansion of One View (Student's choice)
C. Application: Applying Theory to Reality
VI. INTERVENTION STRATEGIES (8 hours)
Professionals in the clergy and human service areas are
continuously challenged by society as it affects
individuals. This knowledge area provides assessment of
intervention strategies for facilitating and initiating
change in a therapeutic environment. Although major
schools of thought are studied and evaluated for their
contributions the focus is on Theocentric Psychology.
A. Breadth: Theocentric Psychology: Psychopharmacology
and Psychotherapy v.
divine Intervention and Clinical Theology.
B. Depth: Profession Codes of Ethics and Standards.
C. Application: Practicum (2000 hours of supervised work
w/50 hours of face to
face supervision). Utilizing Diagnostic Methodologies
and Intervention Strategies: Interviewing Techniques;
Discernment; Clinical Guessing vs. Testing Instruments
(Psychological Assessment Tools); Psychotherapy,
Clinical Theology.
VII. CASE STUDY (10 hours)
Student documents a Case where he/she brought about
change by implementing change agents within the context
of his/her chosen theoretical approach to change
process.
DISSERTATION PROPOSAL
DISSERTATION (15 credits)
Specializations:
ASP offers three doctoral level Pastoral Psychology
Specializations. Students interested in psychology and
psychoanalytic Specializations should review the student
handbook. ASP's specialization programs follow
guidelines established by the Consortium of Diversified
Psychology Programs (CDPP) and the National Association
for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis (NAAP)
respectively. Some Specializations are:
1. Counseling Psychology
2. Clinical Psychology
3. Psychoanalytic Certification
NOTE: For more information on Professional and
Avocational Specializations see student handbook for
greater detail and guidance.
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