BIB 115: Hebrew I
BIB 116: Hebrew II
Learning the original language has long been the preferred way for Bible scholars to study and understand the Scriptures, but learning Hebrew has often been regarded as a dreaded undertaking with a goal of simply learning for literacy.
Not so for Biblical and Religious Studies Professor Brian Schultz who teaches his Hebrew courses using living language methods. Creative and exciting classes help his students learn at a faster pace and with improved understanding. Already, his methods have resulted in an increased interest in learning Hebrew among both undergraduate and seminary students.
Course highlights:
- 90% of instruction is in Biblical Hebrew, right from day one! And in fact, this makes it both easier and more fun.
- Pressure is on the teacher to perform, not the students.
- Classroom interactions are creative and exciting and involve:
- Role playing with props and costumes
- Outside activities
- Songs & dances
- Communicative language learning includes:
- Learning Hebrew as you learned your mother tongue.
- Thinking in Biblical Hebrew – not in English translations.
- Making mistakes and being encouraged to do so.
- Doing homework on your iPod.
- Total Physical Response (TPR) technique is practiced.
- Classroom environment inspires students to immerse themselves in the language.
- Students internalize the language.
Learn to fluently read the Hebrew Bible with a natural and instant comprehension by enrolling in Hebrew. For more information, contact Brian Schultz:
- Email: brian.schultz@fresno.edu
- Phone: 559-453-7107
- Fax: 559453-5558
