Spring 2024
JEWISH 120 001 - LEC 001
Special Topics in Jewish Studies
Jewish Folktales Around the World: Past and Present, Self and Other
Sarah Frances Levin
Jan 16, 2024 - May 03, 2024
Tu, Th
12:30 pm - 01:59 pm
Social Sciences Building 174
Class #:21724
Units: 3
Instruction Mode:
In-Person Instruction
Offered through
Jewish Studies Program
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
0
Enrolled: 25
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 25
Waitlist Max: 2
No Reserved Seats
Hours & Workload
3 hours of instructor presentation of course materials per week, and 6 hours of outside work hours per week.
Course Catalog Description
Course will focus on specific areas or topics related to creative arts and literature in Jewish studies through a combination of lectures, term papers, and examinations. Instructors and topics to vary from semester to semester. Consult Jewish Studies website for updated course descriptions.
Class Description
Folklore helps us make sense of the world we live in at the same time that it entertains us.
• Curious about dybbuks, golems, genies (jinns)?
• Want to know the folktales Shakespeare used?
• Want to learn new Jewish jokes?
In this course, we’ll read a sampling of folktales and jokes from diverse Jewish communities (German, Kurdish, Moroccan, Russian, Yemeni, etc.) while exploring themes such as creativity and artistic expression. We’ll also address gender, group identity and values, stereotypes, and the interactions of Jews and non-Jews. Films, videos, and guest storytellers will complement discussions. Final projects allow students to pursue their interests.
Students from all majors and backgrounds are welcome. Conducted in English with readings in English. Satisfies the Arts & Literature L&S breadth requirement and counts towards the Jewish Studies Minor.
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Requirements class fulfills
Meets Arts & Literature, L&S Breadth
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats
Textbooks & Materials
See class syllabus or https://calstudentstore.berkeley.edu/textbooks for the most current information.
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Associated Sections
None