JWC2270

Reading Gender in Judaism (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Melanie Landau

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On successful completion of this subject students will be expected to demonstrate an ability to: 1. Read closely and analyse Biblical and Talmudic texts (in translation). 2. Read Biblical and Talmudic narratives with a sense of the gender questions they pose. 3. Integrate the theoretical frameworks for reading with one's personal response to the texts. 4. To use textual proofs to support one's arguments. 5. Demonstrate the skill of learning in chevruta, a traditional method of analysing classical Jewish sources.

Assessment: Preparation for chevruta study: 10% + Research essay (2500 words): 50% + Mid-semester class test: 10% + Take home exam (1500 words): 30%

Contact Hours: 2.5 hours (1 x 2.5 hour seminar) per week

Prohibitions: JWC3270