6 points
* 4 hours per week
* First semester
* Clayton
*
Prerequisite for admission into this course is a pass in VCE Hebrew or its
equivalent.
Objectives This subject aims at developing students' knowledge of modern Hebrew language and literature in order to bring within their grasp its literary and colloquial forms.
Synopsis Through a guided study of literary and non-literary texts, audio-visual material, oral and written exercises and an exposure to varied literary criticism, students will be able to enhance their verbal and written skills and gain insight into the Jewish cultural background and heritage.
Assessment Written assignments including dictation and oral examination:
50%
* Written examination: 50%
Recommended texts
The Gesher Lemishtalmim series of booklets published by the WZO in Jerusalem (The appropriate booklet may be suggested by the teacher.)
Band O Reader: Modern Hebrew prose and poetry Behrman House, 1990
Livny Y and Kokhba M A Hebrew grammar for schools and colleges Rubin Mass, 1983
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