Let's Stop Calling it Hebrew School Infographic

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Publication Description

Although the official name of a part-time Jewish education program might be “Religious school,” “Limud,” or the like, some persist in calling it “Hebrew school.” This leads to an expectation that students will graduate with speaking ability in Hebrew and a perception that the schools are failing in their primary task. This study investigated the what, how, and why of Hebrew education in these settings.

Review key findings summarized in this infographic.

Primary Author
Sarah Bunin Benor
Netta Avineri
Nicki Greninger

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Publication Year
2020