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Academic Year 2002/2003

Hebrew Literature
HEBR 211 FA
Clusters:

Jewish and Israel Studies

This seminar will survey contemporary Hebrew poetry and prose with emphasis on aspects of socio-historical issues and the ways in which modern Hebrew literature enriches and brings deeper understanding of collective Jewish experiences and detects and shapes the reality of modern Israel. This course will seek to increase the fluency and complexity of the students' expression and comprehension and generate a greater appreciation of the uniqueness of the language.

MAJOR READINGS

Ora Mayrose, A TASTE OF HEBREW LITERATURE.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Two short papers, two tests, and weekly written assignments. Regular participation in class discussions is required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

HEBR202 is a prerequisite. If students have not taken HEBR202 they may take HEBR211 with the permission of the instructor.

Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA RELI    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: HEBR202 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-18-2003

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