Time Schedule:
Naomi B. Sokoloff
SIS 150
Seattle Campus
Introduces the people, institutions, and culture of Israel is the context of larger global forces. Examines domestic, regional, and international elements, both historically and in the contemporary period, that have shaped Israel's culture, politics, and special role in world affairs. Topics include nationalism, ethnicity, politics, religion, film, literature, and culture. Offered: jointly with NEAR E 150.
Class description
Introduces the people, institutions, and culture of Israel in the context of larger global forces. Examines domestic, regional, and international elements, both historically and in the contemporary period,that have shaped Israel's culture, politics, and special role in world affairs. Topics include nationalism, ethnicity, politics, religion, film, literature, and culture. Optional writing link: see ENGL 198I a film and lecture series will be organized in conjunction with "Israel: Dynamic Society and Global Flashpoint." Students registered in SIS150/NEAR E 150 and attending these events may sign up for 2 credits of NE 490 with Professor Naomi Sokoloff.
Student learning goals
learn to identify crucial events and developments in Israel history, society, culture and politics
learn to engage with primary source materials from the period covered in the course
bring a more informed perspective to current events and press coverage of Israel and the Middle East
read secondary sources in a critical way and apply analytical thinking skills in discussions and in writing
grasp political and societal contexts in a deeper and livelier way, having experienced debate and model coalition building
General method of instruction
3 hours of lecture per week 2 hours of quiz section/small discussion groups
Recommended preparation
No prerequisites
Class assignments and grading
Mid-Term Exam (20%) Final Exam (40%) 2 Short response papers (25%) Participation (10%) Pop quizzes (5%)
See above.
