183-117 Hebrew 3A

Formerly available as 109-006. Students who have completed 109-006 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. Students commencing a major in Hebrew studies with this subject must also complete 183-130 Introduction to Modern Jewish Culture at first year.

183-116 Hebrew 2D or VCE Hebrew or an approved equivalent.

This subject involves the study of modern Hebrew literary texts and modern conversational idiom and grammar. Students should gain an enriched knowledge of the language through the use of modern Hebrew literature, and of the modern idiom spoken in Israel today, including its vocabulary, grammar and syntax. The subject should prepare students for a broader ranger of expertise.

• have written communication through essay presentations;

• have exposure to critical ideas through reading of new literature and its relevance to social and political as well as historical realities;

• have confidence in self expression through participation in class discussion;

• have established groundwork for leading group discussions and teachings.

Written essays totalling 1500 words 40% (commencing at the beginning of semester and due at the end of semester), an oral exam 10% (at the end of the semester), and a written examination 50% (at the end of semester).