2024 Spring JEWISH 120 001 LEC 001

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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