Hebrew
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AAL 101 - 1/2/3 - 20, 21: Hebrew I
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a course in elementary modern Hebrew. The course is designed to develop all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), and an explicit knowledge of Hebrew grammar.
PREREQUISITES: None
TEACHING METHOD: Classwork centers on learning new vocabulary and grammatical structures. These are introduced and exercised orally in anticipation of dealing with written dialogues and essays. Drills in the texts and on the audio files expand and reinforce the new material. Independent drill with the audio files is part of the course work.
EVALUATION METHOD: A student's grade for this course will be based upon (l) regular attendance (2) daily written and oral homework assignments, (3) weekly quizzes, (4) a midterm exam and (5) a final exam.
READING: A Taste of Hebrew (text & workbook) Orah Books, 1999.
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AAL 102-1/2/3-20: Hebrew II
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is an intermediate level course in Hebrew. The purpose of the course is to enlarge the student's vocabulary and to reinforce and expand his/her knowledge of Hebrew grammar in order to improve conversational and writing skills as well as the ability to handle literary texts (from Biblical to modern).
PREREQUISITES: Northwestern students should have completed and received credit for 101-3 or equivalent. New students must have permission of the instructor.
TEACHING METHOD: The lessons will center around the reading and discussion of literary texts (prose and poetry; occasionally--newspaper articles). Homework assignments will include written exercises, compositions and preparation for oral presentations in class.
EVALUATION METHOD: Grades will be based on (1) regular attendance, (2) daily homework assignments, (3) quizzes, (4) oral presentations, (5) a midterm exam or paper and (6) a final exam or paper.
READING: Intermediate Hebrew (text and workbook)
Northwestern U. Press, Evanston, 1987
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AAL 203 - 1/2/3 - 20: Hebrew III
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is an advanced level course in Hebrew. Literary works from Old Testament to contemporary Hebrew prose and poetry will be read, discussed and analyzed orally and in writing.
PREREQUISITES: Northwestern students should have completed and received credit for Hebrew 102-3 or equivalent. New students must have permission of the instructor.
TEACHING METHOD: The lessons will center around discussion of literary works. Homework assignments will comprise short essays and exercises.
EVALUATION METHOD: Grades will be based on (l) weekly short essays and exercises and (2) midterm and final papers.
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AAL 355 - 1/2/3 - 20: Hebrew IV
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a course in modern Hebrew Literature. 20th century original texts will be read and discussed in Hebrew. Papers will be presented in Hebrew.
PREREQUISITES: Northwestern students should have completed and received credit for Hebrew 203-3 or equivalent. New students must have permission of instructor.
TEACHING METHOD: Texts will be assigned for reading. Oral presentations by students will be followed by class discussion.
EVALUATION METHOD: Grades will be based on (1) weekly oral presentation of assigned topics (2) three papers.
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