Why should I sign up?
JerusalemOnlineU.com offers a fun and exciting opportunity to explore Israel and Judaism from the comfort of your own home. Whether you want to earn a stipend, explore your roots or just expand your horizons, our online courses are thought provoking and thoroughly entertaining.
What do the courses cover?
JerusalemOnlineU.com course topics span a variety of subjects about Judaism, Israel, and Psychology. This includes Jewish history and thought, love and relationships, Kaballah, and happiness and self-fulfillment. Each course offers unique perspectives that are contemporary and have real-world relevance. In-depth information about course topics may be found on the course curriculum page.
Who teaches the courses?
Each course features a unique line-up of motivational speakers, educators, political insiders, and experts from leading institutions around the world, including Harvard, Princeton, Oxford and MIT. Individual instructor profiles are available online.
Do the classes need to be taken in order?
College Students must complete each class before moving on for both the Stipend and Credits course. Adult education customers can move from class to class as they please.
How long does it take to complete the courses?
College credit courses require approximately 40 hours. The stipend course requires approximately 10 hours.
Do I qualify for a stipend?
To qualify for a $100 stipend you must:
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1) College Students ages 18-26
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2) Complete the course with an average of 80%
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3) Attend one to two live events coordinated by your campus adviser and a JerusalemOnlineU.com campus rabbi.
Stipends are awarded once to each student. (Additional courses can be audited.)
How do I complete my live classes?
For the Judaism101 and Positive Psychology & Judaism courses we will coordinate with you and your JOU campus Rabbi to work something out. It may be a Shabbat meal, lecture, learning session, challah baking etc For the Israel Inside/Out course we will arrange a live advocacy event with Hasbara Fellowships.
How do I receive my stipend?
Those who meet the above qualifications and have been pre-approved for a stipend will receive a check in the mail upon completion of the course.
Who can I contact for more information?
Adina Schonfeld, our campus advisor, is happy to assist and answer any questions. You can reach Adina at adina@jerusalemonlineu.com.
Who can I contact for technical support?
For technical assistance please contact, techsupport@jerusalemonlineu.com.