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MA Tracks
Judaism and the Arts -- first of its kind in the world --
This track examines the various expressions of aesthetics in Judaism, and the
use of art in the fostering of Jewish values. Artistic expression is examined
textually, ritually and culturally. The program develops art appreciation skills
and the ability to integrate the arts into Jewish education and life.
Jewish Family and Community Studies
Intended for directors and coordinators of community centers, as well as community
and family social workers, this program explores the areas where Jewish education
and community work intersect.
Informal Jewish Education
This program is designed for educators in the field of social and informal education
who wish to broaden their knowledge of Jewish subjects and to explore ways in
which Jewish and social education can be integrated.
Women's Studies
This is the first program of its kind in Israel. A specific Jewish emphasis is
placed on Women's Studies, to help change the perception and status of women
in Jewish society, especially in Israel.
Interdisciplinary Degree
Students are offered the opportunity to earn an interdisciplinary degree by exploring
a number of fields of Jewish studies, including Bible, Talmud, Halakhah, Jewish
Thought and Midrash.
Talmud and Halakhah
Tools for critical and in-depth studies in Talmud are acquired and used in applied
halakhic studies in current issues such as medicine, women's status and education.
Midrash
Midrash is studied as a link between past and present. Ability to examine the
many historical and literary levels of Midrashic sources is developed.
Jewish Thought
Familiarity with Jewish Thought throughout history is developed, along with an
ability to analyze its sources. Skills are honed in analyzing problems of a religious,
cultural and existential nature that pre-occupy Jewish thinkers of today.
Bible
Biblical sources and their commentaries are studied as historical, literary and
educational texts. Critical and traditional analysis tools are developed.
Jewish History
The emphasis is on methodology and skills in analyzing original source material.
Land of Israel Studies
This track is intended for tour guides and educational professionals who specialize
in the study of the land of Israel, its geography, history and archaeology and
cultural anthropology. Students are familiarized with research in these fields
and integrate these studies with the study of Biblical and other traditional
Jewish sources that have defined the connection of the Jewish people to the Land
of Israel.
Teaching Jewish Studies
Educators are trained to be leaders for Israeli society, enabling them to work
with diverse segments of the population and to promote the development of a varied
society secure in its Jewish roots and enriched by religious variety. Subjects
include curriculum planning, family and community studies and informal education.
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