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ISRAEL INSIDE/OUT
Take an exciting journey through time and discover the fascinating history of the State of Israel. An interdisciplinary approach provides an unparalleled view of both ancient and modern day Israel. MORE INFO
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY & JUDAISM
Join renowned Positive Psychology expert Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar in a stimulating discourse combining modern psychology with ancient Jewish wisdom. Explore the secrets to leading a happier, more fulfilling life. MORE INFO
JUDAISM 101
Explore several religious, spiritual and historical perspectives on Judaism and learn how to apply 3,500 years or wisdom to your daily life. MORE INFO
CINEMA: THE JEWISH LENS
Sign up now for a one-of-a-kind cinema course featuring all-star interviews with Hollywood personalities, film critics, professors and rabbinic scholars. Watch clips from your favorite films and see them in an entirely new light as you view them through a distinctly Jewish lens. MORE INFO
Israel Inside/Out Full-Course
A fresh, new Israel education program created to spur interest, inspire and engage students in middle school and high school. Inside Inside/Out features leading Mideast experts including: Professor Alan Dershowitz, Sir Martin Gilbert, Professor Bernard Lewis, Ambassador Dore Gold, and Ambassador Danny Ayalon.
Features include:
- A full year, all-inclusive Israel curriculum
- Engaging movies and clips, including the award-winning film Israel Inside: How a Small Nation Makes a Big Difference
- A rich and comprehensive Teacher's Guide
- Thought-provoking discussion questions
- Creative activities, simulations, quizzes…and more
Step Up For Israel Mini-Course
This film-based high school curriculum for 8-12th graders introduces the fundamental issues concerning the State of Israel – its challenges, accomplishments and values. It educates and inspires students to form a relationship with Israel and think independently. This condensed course combines the best elements of the popular Step Up For Israel Adult Mini-Course and the full Israel Inside/Out High School Program.
Features include:
- An all-inclusive Israel curriculum
- Engaging movies and clips, including the award-winning film Israel Inside: How a Small Nation Makes a Big Difference
- A rich and comprehensive Teacher's Guide
- Thought-provoking discussion questions
- Creative activities, simulations & quizzes
ISRAEL INSIDE U
ISRAEL INSIDE U is a seven-part program beginning with the award-winning film Israel Inside: How a Small Nation Makes a Big Difference. Taking a fresh approach, this one-of-a-kind program inspires students, reinforcing their feeling of pride in Israel while building a sense of belonging to the Jewish People.
Both the course and film feature six “actualizers,” unique character traits that have enabled Israelis to succeed against all odds. Topics include: Family, Chuptzah, Adversity to Advantage, Education, Taking Action and Tikkun Olam. Each activity combines a 10-minute film and an interactive activity that helps students discover these traits within themselves. The activities were developed in conjunction with Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, a well-known educator, author, lecturer and consultant famed for teaching Harvard’s most popular course, Positive Psychology, and the star of Israel Inside. Each short film features Tal and Israeli actor Effie Bibi. ISRAEL INSIDE U is recommended for 5th grade and above. MORE INFO
Step Up For Israel Online Mini-Course
Israel is constantly in the public view, but there is much more to the Jewish State than meets the eye. Take the Step Up for Israel 5-part online film-course to gain a more in-depth understanding about Israel from a diverse panel of world-renowned Middle East experts. MORE INFO
Step Up For Israel Mini-Course for Organizations
Israel is constantly in the public view, but there is much more to the Jewish State than meets the eye. Join hundreds of organizations and bring this groundbreaking program into your community. This innovative program brings together leading Middle East experts, engaging films and though provoking discussions. MORE INFO