testimonials

“The information was really interesting, and so much of it was brand new to me. Who ever knew that Israel was such an amazing country!”
Gil Wolman, California State University Long Beach

“I found the facts interesting and made me prouder to be a Jew on the world stage”
Derrick Grunwald, University of California Berkeley

“I thought this is exactly the kind of information I have been looking for to help spread the word about the country of Israel at my campus.”
Matthew Smalbach, University if South Florida

“I really enjoyed learning about Israel through the Israel inside out class! It taught me way more than I expected in an inventive and interactive way!”
Sydney Mendel, Gainesville State College

“This class is by far the most interesting class I've taken. The videos are dynamic and engaging. I learned the history of Israel, which was not included in my high school curriculum, and was able to form my own opinions about the current situation. I now have the tools necessary to defend Israel from biased hatred and lies.”
Alla Yakubova, Queens College

"It taught me about important facts, many of which I was previous unaware of. This helped me to further see how great Israel's contributions to the world are."
Daniel Beloosesky, State University of New York Albany

“I thought the course was great! I really felt like I learned tons of information about the history of Israel, as well as the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. I got everything I wanted to get out of the course, and would highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in what's happening in the Middle East.”
Elana Zimmerman, Capilano College

“Learning about what Israel does for peace makes me respect it as a country even more than I already do."
Jenna Livsey, University of Georgia

“I loved this class, which literally had me in tears at times. It shows how Israel and the Jews have done right by the world, despite the criticism we receive from all over. Additionally, it shows all of our accomplishments over a relatively short period of time, while also fighting resistance from surrounding countries in the Middle East who seek to delegitimize Israel. I can only imagine what we could accomplish as a nation, on a global scale, if we are surrounded by peace.”
Lexah Coppotelli, Fairfield University

“People don't believe me when I told them that I voluntarily took classes online- and enjoyed them! Israel Inside-Out gave me the tools to defend Israel using facts, historical evidence, and how to clarify any misconceptions about Israel. In short, I learned to love Israel for their justice and self-reliance. Any of the classes will be interesting, engaging, and make you excited to learn! :)”
Maddy Fisher, University of Florida

“I have to tell you, this class has been magnificant! I just got back from my Birthright trip and this class has helped me continue my education at my own pace and at my leisure. I have learned numerous things that I didn't know before and I have found the material enlightening, shocking, jaw dropping, helpful, educational, and most of all, inspiring. My favorite class in the series was definitely the one about supporting Israel on campus. I liked it the most because it applies to me the most. In addition, the class about how exactly to speak for Israel and the three main things to know when having a conversation with someone was the best! The most difficult thing I always always always experience is I know what to say in regards to Israel, but I don't know how to say it. I don't know what key points to touch on to get a point across so instead of saying something I usually just keep quiet. Well, not any longer. I feel more confident with my knowledge of Israel and my voice to speak for Israel. Thank you for offering this class and I hope others will continue to sign up and take the class as I have! “
Liza Naomi Abrams, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

“The class was extremely interesting and informative. I appreciate the fact that the class is practical and applicable to my own life. All of the information is comprehensible and relevant.”
Alec Rosenblum , San Diego State University

“I enjoyed this class because it is teaching me how to come to have a real positive outlook on life. It also appeals to me because it ties my religious observance to happiness and how to use Judaism to make me happy.”
Rudi Cyperstein, Touro College University

“Tal ben Shachar continues to impress me with how practical his classes are and how easy he makes it to translate the positive psych into life immediately”
Tyler Dratch, Columbia University

“The entire JerusalemOnlineU.com Positive Psychology course was amazing! I loved the combination of psychology insight with Torah insight. Dr. Ben Shahar does a superb job of getting the innovative ideas of positive psychology across. Also, the rabbi's provide such a deep and easily comprehensible discussion about various Judaic topics ( ie, the Mishnah, Pirkei Avot, etc.) The readings were great and not too long and provided a good supplement to the lecture. The video lectures were easier to follow than the ones that had just audio. The quizzes at the end of each class were not too hard, but just challenging enough to make you pay close attention to the class. Thanks again!”
Romy Overbeke , Ohio State University

“I took the JerusalemOnlineU.com class in Positive Psychology and I absolutely loved it. I learned about the psychology of Jewish thought and what truly makes a person happy. This online class was fun, easy to understand, and I was able to learn at my own pace. I highly recommend this course to my fellow peers.”
April Suna, NYU Graduate Student

"There was so much truth to this lesson. I am so much more successful and work so much harder to acheive a goal that is meaningful to me. I have done a lot of fundraising for an orphanage in Tanzania. If I were to put the same amount of unconditional passion and energy toward school as I do my fundraising, I would probably be more successful. If this is the path I go down in life, I know that I will be able to succeed. I want to find a career that is meaningful and will as a result, produce higher rates of success.”
Lauren Albert, McGill University

“This is truly a unique class. Not only is Positive Psychology an almost revolutionary class but to then Focus it on Judaism as having its base and roots is truly amazing. I was amazed at how gratifying it is to simply learn about this.”
Luis Carillo, California State University Northridge

“I love the course, it is truly life changing.”
Sean Fuchs, Indiana University

“Finally: actual, useful, imperative information! And it came with research to back it up! Very professionally done.”
Matan Shelomi, University of California Davis

“Tal ben Shachar continues to impress me with how practical his classes are and how easy he makes it to translate the positive psych into life immediately”
Hillary Kener, John Hopkins University

I really enjoyed the course, as it gave me a solid foundation for further Judaic study”
Daniel Marks, Brandeis University

Judaism contributes so much to the world, and I was not nearly aware of this.”
Ashley Matatiaho, University of Georgia

“This class really motivated me to think differently I particularly enjoyed the section on ego. When I was watching the video I thought it was very interesting that they referred to many different examples such as Rosa Parks and Mother Theresa, I've always come to think that in a Jewish class one might only learn about our sages and Tzadikim, this was great.”
Liya Bangiyev, College of Staten Island

“JerusalemOnlineU.com is a tremendous opportunity for students to begin learning about Judaism without the usual commitment to a weekly class. Students can listen to the classes on their own time, and have the opportunity to hear from some of the best speakers worldwide, brought to their fingertips in the convenience of the dorm room.”
Rabbi Ari Burian, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign

“The wisdom and understanding I attained is worth more than any amount of money.”
Elishay Eliezer, Rutgers University

“I just wanted to thank you for giving me access to the Judaism 101 class! It was very inspirational and enjoyable. The reason it took me so long to complete it was due to taking notes and analyzing the content and ideas. Some of the ideas were very beautiful and others showed the reality that we still have a long way to go before peace will be present. Hopefully in the future, people will appreciate the love and devotion we have to G-d and join us in unity, instead of attacking us. Until that time, I will try to be one of the many who are a "light unto the nations."
Tyrone Pike, University of Miami

“Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to learn more and connect many things I am studying at school together. I have really enjoyed this experience.”
Abigail Durham, Kansas University

“Gave me tangible ways to look inside myself and be successful.”
Emmanuelle Berdugo, University of California San Diego

“Amazing course. I did all the lectures with my atheist girlfriend watching, and by the end she was even trying to practice the art of kaballah and implement some of the strategies that the videos cover. Maybe together we will complete more mitzvah's and live fuller richer lives because of these inspiring videos. Thank you!”
Camilo, University of California Santa Cruz

“The courses are a great way to learn about interesting Jewish topics right from your own home. It doesn't hurt that you get paid to learn either! It's the best class I'm taking this semester by far!”
Alyssa Wolf, Indiana University