Version 1, 2, and 3: 25 hours (5 weeks); in addition, 50 hours of supervised peer study.
Dates:
Version 1: August 2002 - April 2006. Version 2: May 2006 - December 2007. Version 3: August 2011- Present.
Instructional delivery format:
Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes:
Version 1, 2, and 3: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss the substance and essence of the Talmudic text; apply analytical skills in Talmudic explication; explicate the literary and linguistic elements of Talmudic Aramaic; follow the dynamics of Talmudic argumentation leading to Halachic conclusions and resolutions; and utilize Rashi's commentary to render the text intelligible.
Instruction:
Version 1, 2, and 3: Students read and study tractate Kidushin employing the commentary of Rashi. Instruction and peer study involve a father's obligations to his son and, reciprocally, the son's filial responsibility; also, a mother's religious responsibilities generally. NOTE: This tractate is studied by all students in a given semester. While the scope of instruction is the same, the breadth of study depends upon what year of study the student is in.
Credit recommendation:
Version 1:First year students: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion; Second year students and beyond: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/03). NOTE: Transcripts for September 1996 - April 2006 will indicate whether students are first or second year. Version 2 and 3: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Judaic Studies, Jurisprudence, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (5/06 reconsideration) (8/16 revalidation) NOTE: Credit can be awarded for this course and the Intensive Study course of the same title.