Hebrew

Fundamentals of Modern Hebrew 1

CAS LH 111 (4 credits)

For students with no previous knowledge of Hebrew or minimal background. Introduction to the language of contemporary Israel. Fundamentals of grammar, extensive practice in speaking, reading, and writing about topics such as getting acquainted, learning and living situations. Curriculum incorporates technology and original Israeli materials.

2012FALLCASLH111 A1, Sep 4th to Dec 12th 2012
Days Start End Type Bldg Room Instructor
MWF 11:00:00 AM 12:00:00 PM CAS 208 Angrist
T 11:00:00 AM 12:00:00 PM CAS 114B Angrist

Biblical Hebrew 1

CAS LH 117 (4 credits)

Introduction to Biblical Hebrew, including balanced treatment of vocabulary, grammar, and vocalization. No prior study of Modern or Biblical Hebrew presumed. Does not count towards CAS language requirement.

2012FALLCASLH117 A1, Sep 5th to Dec 12th 2012
Days Start End Type Bldg Room Instructor
MWF 09:00:00 AM 10:00:00 AM STH 440 Staff

Intermediate Modern Hebrew 1

CAS LH 211 (4 credits)

Reinforces and expands vocabulary, grammar and language structures, leading to a deeper comprehension of style and usage. Focuses on language skills (speaking and writing) and performing more complex tasks such as comparing, narrating, describing, reasoning, and discussing topics beyond the immediate environment.

2012FALLCASLH211 A1, Sep 4th to Dec 12th 2012
Days Start End Type Bldg Room Instructor
MWF 12:00:00 PM 01:00:00 PM CAS 235 Angrist
T 12:00:00 PM 01:00:00 PM CAS 218 Angrist

Intermediate Modern Hebrew 2

CAS LH 212 (4 credits)

Expands vocabulary, grammar, language structures and communicative skills to enable students to achieve solid proficiency. Develops students' ability to respond orally and in writing to literary texts and audio- visual material such as Israeli films, television clips, and news.

2012FALLCASLH212 A1, Sep 4th to Dec 12th 2012
Days Start End Type Bldg Room Instructor
MWF 09:00:00 AM 10:00:00 AM CAS 218 Angrist
T 09:00:00 AM 10:00:00 AM CAS 218 Angrist

Advanced Modern Hebrew: Voices in Israeli Society

CAS LH 311 (4 credits)

Advanced language practice and introduction to diverse groups in Israeli society - Orthodox and secular, immigrants and old-timers, Mizrachi and Ashkenazi Jews. Develops Hebrew proficiency in all language modalities while acquainting students with contemporary Israeli culture through texts, songs, films.

2012FALLCASLH311 A1, Sep 5th to Dec 12th 2012
Days Start End Type Bldg Room Instructor
MWF 10:00:00 AM 11:00:00 AM CAS B18A Angrist