Description:

In this basic course, students will study the four areas of Hebrew language acquisition: listening, speaking, reading and writing. This course requires intensive classroom interaction as well as additional out-of-class assignments. Exposure to aspects of Israeli culture will be integrated into this course. 5 hrs. lecture/wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Prerequisites: NONE

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Identify letters and accurately pronounce sounds of Hebrew alphabet, vowel signs and whole words.
2. Read, comprehend, and be able to answer questions in simple Hebrew about selections from the text or class materials.
3. Identify main ideas in classroom conversation and/or supplemental resources from the course.
4. Express oneself orally through everyday vocabulary and memorized expressions.
5. Write homework, tests, and classroom responses in Hebrew script.
6. Apply basic principles of Hebrew grammar.
7. Compare and contrast aspects of Israeli culture with American and/or student’s native culture.

Content Outline & Competencies:

   I. Letters and Sounds of Hebrew Alphabet, Vowel Signs and Whole
Words. 
      A. Name all letters and pronounce sounds of letters and vowels.
      B. Pronounce correctly Hebrew letter sounds, even those that are not
present in the English language.
      C. Identify differences in letters and sounds in Hebrew and English.
 
      D. Transliterate cognates from English to Hebrew using designated
Hebrew letters and vowels. 

  II. Words, Phrases, and Simple Selections from the Textbook or Class
Materials.
      A. Synthesize the vowel sounds with the letter sounds to decode
words silently and orally.
      B. Decode phrases, sentences and short paragraphs when reading
silently.
      C. Read phrases, sentences and short paragraphs orally with minimal
mistakes and proper phrasing.
 
 III. Classroom Conversation and/or Supplemental Resources from the
Course.
      A. Respond to frequently used classroom instruction in Hebrew.
      B. Respond  to simple questions and take part in verbal discourse of
classroom discussion.
      C. Identify and/or comprehend words and phrases through video, CD
and other auditory resources used in the classroom.
 
  IV. Verbal Communication with Instructor and Classmates using Hebrew
Vocabulary and Memorized Hebrew Idioms.
      A. Participate in discussions using increasing vocabulary acquired
through memorization and repetition of classroom dialogue and supplemental
material reflective of subject units consisting of classroom nouns, colors,
weather, time words, family members, numbers, animals, food, and the home. 

      B. Converse orally about well being (i.e., How are you?), simple
situations, and material review through classroom dialogue.

   V. Hebrew Script
      A. Write dictated sentences in Hebrew script form.
      B. Write responses to questions, class work, homework, etc. in
Hebrew script form.

  VI. Basic Principles of Hebrew Grammar
      A. Identify Hebrew pronouns in the first, second and third person,
singular and plural.
      B. Verbalize and apply the rules of the “root” letters of verbs in
Hebrew
         1. Identify “root” letters of verbs
         2. Classify similar verbs according to distinctions in “root”
spelling
      C. Identify the gender of plural nouns and adjectives that follow
the grammar rule.
      D. Create the possessive form of nouns and pronouns using
appropriate suffix.
      E. Categorize verbs according to grammar rules of “Binyanim”(7 verb
“building” classifications in Hebrew).
      F. Conjugate in present tense.
      G. Identify and use the infinitive form of verbs.
      H. Use prepositions to define location of people, places or things.

 VII. Comparison and contrast of Israeli culture with American and/or
student’s native culture.
      A. List the main differences between lunar and solar calendars.
      B. Recite the names of the Hebrew months in order.
      C. Locate main cities and geographic forms of Israel.
      D. Identify the song Hatikvah as the national anthem of Israel.
      E. Distinguish and discuss elements of Israeli culture as depicted
through specific Israeli films.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Attendance: 15-25%   
Tests and Quizzes: 35-50%
Classroom Participation: 5-15%
Homework: 10-20%
Final: 10-20%

Grading Criteria:
90-100% A
80- 89% B
70- 79% C
60- 69% D
 0- 59% F

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.