HBR 1120 Elementary Modern Hebrew I (4)
Usually offered in the Fall.
No previous knowledge required. May not be taken by native speakers.
Introduction to the alphabet, basic vocabulary, grammar and syntax of modern
Hebrew. Oral comprehension, speaking and writing are emphasized through
a communicative approach. Students are also introduced to modern Israeli
culture. May not be taken concurrently with HBR 1121
and/or HBR 2200.
HBR 1121 Elementary Modern Hebrew II (4)
Usually offered in the Spring. Prerequisite: HBR 1120, or equivalent.
May not be taken by native speakers. Continues the introduction to
modern Hebrew begun in HBR 1120. Cultural orientation and the practical
use of Hebrew in meaningful situations. Oral comprehension, speaking and
writing are emphasized through a communicative approach. May not be taken
concurrently with HBR 1120 and/or 2200.
HBR 2200
Intermediate Modern Hebrew (4)
Usually offered in the Fall. Prerequisites: HBR 1120, 1121 or equivalent.
May not be taken by native speakers. Completion of this course will
fulfill the foreign language requirement for the College of Arts and Sciences.
In a proficiency-oriented classroom, students continue their study of Hebrew.
Introduction to modern Hebrew prose (fiction and non-fiction) as well as
the continued development of speaking, listening, writing and grammatical
skills. May not be taken concurrently with HBR 1120 and/or 1121.