Hebrew
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MODERN ISRAEL
This course will conduct in-depth analyses of various genres of Hebrew
Literature, as they provide a window to Israel culture since 1948. We
will explore the evolution of Israeli society- its values, norms and conflicts-
as reflected through aesthetic formulations of the collective and individual
cultural imagination. The class provides an optimum environment to listen
to and reflect upon the many voices of Israel's pluralistic and ever complex
society.
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ISRAELI FILM
This course will enhance students' basic understanding of the cultural
life in Israel as reflected in Israeli films. We will draw on films exemplifying
various genres and perspectives. Class discussions will revolve around
the film's form and substance and at the same time will be designed to
help students improve their Hebrew language skills.
Some of the films to be viewed include: New Land, Afula Express, Salach
Shabbati, One of Us and Eskimo Limon.
By
permission of the department
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ISRAELI NEWSPAPER
This course will cover the political, cultural and daily life of the country
through an analysis of the Israeli Press. We shall review articles which
reflect the richness and diversity of Israeli life including a wide range
of political points of view. Some of the newspapers you will learn how
to read include: Ha-Tzofeh, Yated Ne'eman, La-Matchil, Ha-Aretz, Yedi'ot
Acharonot.
Students will receive individualized assignments to match their level
of Hebrew language comprehension. A final project will include an analysis
of articles based on writing style, comprehension and critique of the
opinions expressed.
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CONTEMPORARY CULTURE THROUGH ISRAELI EYES
The course is designed for those students who want to improve their familiarity
with and ability to move within modern Israeli culture. While working
on the skill of speaking Hebrew with greater fluency, the course will
use Hebrew newspapers and magazines as the primary texts. By focusing
on such popular aspects of culture as fashion, tourism, culinary delights
and even advertisements, students will broaden their vocabulary as well
as their horizons.
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HA-BECHINAH HA-YERUSHALMIT (JERUSALEM EXAM)
The Jerusalem Exam is an intensive course in different genres of Hebrew
literature throughout the ages. Each one of the genres constitutes a
unit of study; these include mandatory selections from parts of Tanakh,
Pirkei Avot, siddur, and modern Hebrew literature (Bialik, Agnon,
Peretz). There are an additional two units which will be decided upon
by the class. These two units may be chosen from among mishnah,
medieval Jewish philosophy, medieval Spanish poetry, Jewish philosophy
or thought, or modern Israeli poetry and prose. The first four units
and the remaining two units constitute the material upon which a universal
standardized exam is given in May. The course is thereby recognized
by many universities and colleges for credit as a course, a foreign
language exemption or toward fulfillment of a prerequisite. One should
consult with one's college advisor if this is a concern. Otherwise,
jump in to learn the greatest hits of Hebrew language and literature
in the history of the Jewish People. If you would like more information
on the test, see the following link at http://www.jajz-ed.org.il/ivrit/examinationJerusalem/dugma.html
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