JWC1005

Introductory Hebrew, part B

Rachel Birati

6 points - 4 hours per week - Second semester Clayton - Prerequisite: satisfactory completion of JWC1000 or its equivalent

Objectives Upon completion of this subject students should have further developed their basic Hebrew grammatical, syntactic and idiomatic skills both in the written and oral spheres, building on part A of the subject. They should also continue to gain insight into the Jewish cultural background and heritage.

Synopsis This subject provides a guided study of non-literary and some literary texts, audio-visual material and oral and written excercises.

Assessment Written assignments (2500 words): 50% Written examination (2000 words): 50%

Recommended texts

Uveeler L and Bronznick N Hayesod: Fundamentals of Hebrew Feldheim Publishers, 1972
Glinert L Modern Hebrew: An essential grammar University of London, 1991
Samuel A (ed.) Lalush Lashon Maalot, 1993

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