Independent Topical Units

  • Brief self-contained study units on a particular theme within Oral Law and Jewish Heritage
  • E.g. for Passover the unit 'Freedom and Slavery' explores the concept of slavery and how this concept has much broader implications in our lives today.
  • Suitable for Intergenerational Programs involving children with their parents and grandparents at an assembly or evening program.
  • Experiential and interactive, including trigger films, hands on activities, drama andcreative games
  • Educational materials include a website, teacher guidebooks, and student materials.

Cutting edge technology will be used to deliver teacher guidance and support as well as student centered learning activities. Emphasis will be placed on demonstrating the relevance and meaning of the material being studied. Of high priority is examining the values that drive and motivate halacha. Students will also be exposed to how halacha is adaptive to modern scenarios and new applications.