TFO1012 ¨C 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

• experienc