Education

In Alon Shevut, the Herzog Academic College hosts an annual seminar on Tanakh, the Jewish Bible, where participants engage in intense study and debate.
Morris Dickstein's memoir "The Life of the Flying Aperu" provides an insightful account of his sentimental education, focusing on his Jewish identity and intellectual journey at Columbia University in the 1960s.
In a discussion centered around the theme "Everybody Hates the Jews," Allison, Don, and Noah explore the high cost of the Israel-Palestine conflict, with a study indicating potential economic benefits of its resolution.
Insomnia affects nearly half of Americans and can be exacerbated by anxiety and worries about sleep, especially among religious individuals for whom lack of sleep can impact religious obligations.
The Jewish Culture Club at North Springs Charter School of Arts and Sciences near Atlanta provides a unique and organized Jewish community within a public school setting.
Dr. Adia Mendelson-Moaz discusses multiculturalism in Israel through literary works by various groups such as Arabs, Mizrahis, Russians, and Ethiopians, emphasizing the tension between collective and particular identities.
Prof. Gabriel Weimann from the University of Haifa discusses the evolution of terrorist communication on the Internet with host Gilad Halpern.
Prof. Laura Schor explores the life of Annie Landau, a prominent figure in Jerusalem during a tumultuous period, in her book "The Best School in Jerusalem: Annie Landau's School for Girls."
Dr. Sarab Abu Rabia-Queder, a researcher at Ben-Gurion University, discusses the impact of education on Bedouin women in Israel, highlighting their navigation between tradition and modernity.
Yeshiva University faced a financial crisis exacerbated by its money-losing medical school, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, draining $90 million from its endowment.
In TanakhCast #59, the focus is on exploring and reflecting on 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, a journey that begins in Genesis and culminates in 2 Chronicles.
Camp Massad in the Poconos, founded by the Shulsinger family in 1941, aimed to instill Zionism in American youth through a Hebrew-immersive experience, emphasizing a departure from Old World Jewish practices and the meek diaspora Jew.
In preparation for Martin Luther King Day, here are six recommended children's books that explore the life and impact of Martin Luther King Jr. across various age groups.
Professor Stuart Cohen discusses how World War One significantly shifted the Jewish perspective on military service, leading to a renewed appreciation for the military within Judaism.
The author reflects on their Jewish identity through various life stages, highlighting their connection to Jewish culture, particularly through food.
MIT has parted ways with retired professor Walter Lewin, known for his award-winning teaching and popular online lectures, following a sexual harassment investigation involving a female student from one of his online classes.
"A Dual Inheritance" by Joanna Hershon follows the lives of two Harvard friends, Hugh and Ed, representing contrasts in upbringing and character.
In Edith Brotman's book "Mussar Yoga," a unique combination of the Jewish ethical movement of Mussar and yoga practice is explored, aiming to cultivate ethical character traits through disciplined self-reflection and physical practice.
Prof. Ute Deichmann discusses the early Israeli-German scientific exchanges and their role in paving the way for normalization of diplomatic relations between the two countries, shedding light on this lesser-known aspect of history.
Jerome Bourdon, a communications professor at Tel Aviv University, explains the significance of the peoplemeter's evolution from a commercial data tool to a matter of public interest, asserting its continued importance today.
Professor Marian Turski discusses postwar Jewish life in Poland and why he and a few other Polish Jews stayed in the country despite efforts to displace them.
In TanakhCast #55, the focus is on discussing 4 chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, in a thoughtful and reflective manner.
In TanakhCast #54, the discussion revolves around exploring and reflecting on four chapters of the Tanakh every two weeks, ranging from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.
In TanakhCast #53: The War is Hell Edition, a podcast delves into the Tanakh, examining four chapters every two weeks from Genesis to 2 Chronicles, though it acknowledges this journey may be lengthy.
TanakhCast #52 is part of a series that delves into the Tanakh, exploring four chapters at a time from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.

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