| June 7 - July 31, 2009 Register for 2009 Summer Session Course Methodology and Description
Classes offered:
HEB 101. Beginning Biblical Hebrew: Jonah (4 weeks) See the 2009 BLC Course Catalog for HEB 101's Description and Prerequisite. See Course Syllabus.
Course Dates: June 21-July 17, 2009
Course Costs:
Intermediate
Biblical Hebrew: HEB 201.a. “In the Beginning: Gen 1-3” (2 weeks) See the 2009 BLC Course Catalog for HEB 201.a's Description and Prerequisite. See Course Syllabus.
Course Dates: Jun 21- Jul 3, 2009
Course Costs:
HEB 201.b. “In the Beginning: Gen 1-3” (2 weeks) See the 2009 BLC Course Catalog for HEB 201.b's Description and Prerequisite. See Course Syllabus.
Course Dates: Jul 19- Jul 31, 2009
Course Costs:
HEB 210. “Ruth the Moabitess: Ruth 1-4, Gen 19, Num 25” (2 weeks) See the 2009 BLC Course Catalog for HEB 210's Description and Prerequisite. See Course Syllabus.
Course Dates: Jun 21- Jul 3, 2009
Course Costs:
HEB 220. “Samson, Shfelah, and Philistines: Jud 13-16” (2 weeks) See the 2009 BLC Course Catalog for HEB 220's Description and Prerequisite. See Course Syllabus.
Course Dates: July 5-17, 2009
Course Costs:
HEB 250. “Psalms: Selected Coronation, Ascent and Canaanite Psalms” (2 weeks) See the 2009 BLC Course Catalog for HEB 250's Description and Prerequisite. See Course Syllabus.
Course Dates: Jul 19- Jul 31, 2009
Course Costs:
GRK 101. Beginning Koine Greek: Parables of Jesus (4 weeks) See the
2009
BLC Course Catalog for
GRK 101's Description and Prerequisite. See
Course Syllabus. Course Dates: June 7- Jul 3, 2009
Course Costs:
GRK 201. “More Parables, Papyri, and Aesop’s Fables" (2 weeks) See the 2009 BLC Course Catalog for GRK 201's Description and Prerequisite. See Course Syllabus.
Course Dates: July 5-17, 2009
Course Costs:
Immersion Course Summary: These intensive courses are taught through immersion methodology. This means, students begin to learn the language through physical activities, listening and speaking, that lay the foundation for internalizing the ancient language and texts. Students review the day's activities by listening to their homework on audio CDs, corresponding to illustrations, dialogues, texts and drills in their workbooks. Students also learn the grammatical framework of the language. Field trips help reinforce the linguistic and historical lessons learned in class. The course meets five mornings a week for four weeks. Homework is done in the afternoon and/or evening. Classes and lodging are at the peaceful Kibbutz Tzuba Guest House, eight miles (13 km) west of Jerusalem. Classes are small (15-20) to enhance learning. Within these weeks, a student will begin to understand and think in the biblical language, joining sounds with experiences, images, and the words themselves, in a natural way. (More under "Testimonies") What makes these courses so efficient? They are fun, and classes are taught using the target language (biblical Hebrew or Koiné Greek). The first week begins with immersion methodology. Students learn the language through physical activities in the language and with live language interaction. Throughout the course the classrooms are filled with 90% of the time in the language being studied, which provides for continual usage and varied repetition of the language within meaningful and comprehensible contexts. For homework the student reviews the day's activities and prepares texts through CD recordings. Two teachers per class add to the effectiveness and to the atmosphere. Note: Every student is required to bring or purchase a portable CD or MP3 player in order to listen to the daily homework assignments. Daily Schedule: Classes are Monday-Friday 8:30-12:30. Afternoons and/or evenings are for homework and free time. Saturday and Sunday are free time. Many churches have Sabbath/Shabbat services in Israel, Sunday services are also available. The Kibbutz has a Torah scroll and prayer area but cannot guarantee a minyan (quorum for a Jewish prayer service). There are two Orthodox Yemenite synagogues 1 km (0.62 miles) away a 25-minute walk. Visa: Inquire with the Israeli Embassy in your country whether you need to apply for a visa in advance. Americans and most Europeans receive a 3-month visa upon arrival. Accommodations: Students will stay at Kibbutz Tzuba in the picturesque Judean hills, 20 minutes from Jerusalem. Room and Half Board covers the full cost of accommodation in mini-suites. Each suite is equipped with air-conditioning, kitchenette, color television, balcony, bath and bedroom. The use of the Kibbutz swimming pool is also included in the price. Price is based on two persons per suite and students will be housed with a roommate of the same gender excepting married couples. Two meals a day will be served in the Kibbutz dining hall. Meals are buffet-style and the dining room is Kosher. A large variety of local and international foods are available at each meal. The Belmont link below will take you on a virtual tour of the Kibbutz suites and facilities. Additional expenses not covered by the fees paid to BLC depend on the students' personal lifestyle, such as snacks, books, phone, fax, photocopier, sports, entry fees to archaeological sites, washing clothes, etc. Sightseeing in Israel: Students are free to travel on weekends. Some may plan a few days of visiting ancient sites before or after the ulpan. However, we recommend after the course, so that the student can reinforce the Hebrew learning while driving, reading maps, ordering food, and visiting biblical sites and museums that often have biblical Hebrew verses posted. Please note: During the program there are two days of field trips. A Note on Safety: Students from previous summers have unanimously agreed that the whole program is perfectly safe and secure. Several came with some trepidation that had been generated by the world news services. Those fears melted away after seeing the reality of the situation. Many students at the Biblical Language Center end up feeling safer and more secure here than in their home environments. Health Insurance: International insurance is required. It is possible to purchase insurance in Israel for approximately $2.00 US / day during your stay. Academic Credit: Students desiring academic credit will write a final exam and be issued a six-credit certificate for the four-week beginning immersion courses (90 academic hours, 6 Continuing Education Units) or a three-credit certificate for the two-week immersion courses (45 academic hours, 3 Continuing Education Units). Transfer of credit depends on the student's home institution. Register for 2009 Summer Session
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