TFO1012 – Modern Jewish History and Culture - Case Studies
Course content
The course relies on and draws from Jewish studies and the study of history, culture, art, literature and education. The students explore aspects of modern Jewish history and culture in the State of Israel and selected diaspora countries/communities. The students engage Jewish literature, Jewish art and explore Jewish influences in popular culture.
Learning outcome
After completing the course, the student has achieved the following learning outcomes defined as knowledge, skills and general competences.
Knowledge:
The student has
knowledge of modern Jewish history and culture in the State of Israel and selected diaspora countries
knowledge of how Judaism and Jewish history are taught in public schools in Israel and the selected diaspora countries
knowledge of aspects of Jewish literature, Jewish art and Jewish influences in popular culture
Skills:
The student can
compare and interrelate aspects of modern Jewish history and culture in different countries and communities
interpret and discuss Jewish motifs and themes in literature, art and popular culture
develop and conduct learning sessions about Judaism, Jewish history and antisemitism
General competence:
The student has
basic knowledge of approaches to Jewish studies and the study of history, culture, art, literature and education
experience from collaborative and explorative learning