COURSES:
Heb 1-- Elementary Hebrew I (4 crs. 4 hrs.)
A one-semester course for students without previous training in the language, or, as indicated by the Language Placement Examination score. Emphasis on correct pronunciation through intensive oral practice, use of the Language Laboratory and audio- visual materials, acquisition of basic vocabulary and the elements of grammar for conversation, comprehension, reading and writing. Details...
NOT OPEN TO NATIVE SPEAKERS.

Heb 2 -- Elementary Hebrew II (4 crs. 4 hrs.)
Further development of language skills, comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Prerequisite: Heb 1 or acceptable Language Placement Examination score

Heb 3 -- Intermediate Hebrew I (3 crs. 3 hrs.)
Progressive development of language skills, based on foundations established in elementary Hebrew. Grammar review supplemented by readings of modern Hebrew literature.
Prerequisite: Heb 2 or acceptable Language Placement Examination score

Heb 4 -- Intermediate Hebrew II (3 crs. 3 hrs.)
Advanced grammar, composition and reading of modern Hebrew literature.
Prerequisite: Heb 3 or acceptable Language Placement Examination score

Heb 30 -- Readings in Hebrew Literature in Translation (3 crs. 3 hrs.)
For students who do not necessarily speak Hebrew, the course stresses reading and analysis of Hebrew classics in cultural and historical context. All readings and discussions are in English.
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HEB 31 -- Hebrew Literature in translation II (3 crs. 3 hrs.)
Emergence of Hebrew writers in the modern world. Emphasis is on the main literary personalities of the 19th and 20th centuries. Designed for non-Hebrew speaking students, all readings and discussions are in English.

Heb 81 -- Independent Study (1-3 crs. 1-3 hrs.)
Independent study of Hebrew is developed individually between student and faculty member and must be approved by the Department.

Heb 82 -- (1-3 crs. 1-3 hrs.)
This course is of a topical and pilot nature and is designed to meet the immediate needs and interests of various student populations. It is offered for a maximum of two semesters.

YID 30 -- Yiddish literature in translation (3 crs. 3 hrs.)
Emergence of Yiddish writers in the modern world. Emphasis is on the main literary personalities and their contributions. Designed for non-Yiddish speaking students, all readings and discussions are in English. Pre or co requisite: Eng. 12.

Yid 82 -- (1-3 crs. 1-3 hrs.)
This course is of a topical and pilot nature and is designed to meet the immediate needs and interests of various student populations. It is offered for a maximum of two semesters.