Learning Objectives:

· Students will be able to understand the broad parameters of modern Jewish history and the key debates in Jewish historiography

· Students will know how to critically assess online historical resources and their potential and limitations for historical research.

· Students will learn how to apply the VHA (Video History Analysis) and the VCA (Video Content Analysis) on specific cases.

· They will learn to use the virtual online platforms (IWalk and IWitness) developed by the USC Shoah Foundation

· They get acquainted with characteristics of Jewish communities from diverse background.

· They will develop critical and analytical thinking skills using various forms of documents.

· They will determine the importance of place on identity.

· They will develop empathy and respect for differences and the immigrant experience.

· They will learn the meaning of Yiddish words with the aid of the online Yiddish glossary (ex. Minyan, Shul)