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Jewish Ethics - Yeshiva Learning Experience

Organization

Yeshiva Learning Experience, Inc.
Credit Course Categories:

Titles of all evaluated learning experiences in Jewish Ethics - Yeshiva Learning Experience

ETH 201 Jewish Ethics I
  • Formerly Jewish Ethics I
ETH 202 Jewish Ethics II
  • Formerly Jewish Ethics II

Descriptions and credit recommendations for all evaluated learning experiences

ETH 201 Jewish Ethics I
  • Formerly Jewish Ethics I
Length:
Proficiency examination program administered at the testing center of Yeshiva Learning Experience, Inc.
Dates:

Version 1: November 2009 - December 2022. Version 2: January 2023- Present.

Objectives:

Version 1 and 2: After completing the proficiency examination, students will be able to: demonstrate a command of Mishnaic Hebrew; identify the primary character traits and ethical lessons being emphasized in each Mishna; understand the ideas of the Mishna in the light of later commentaries; apply the axioms from Pirkei Avos to modern day issues; and display the ability to derive an ethical decision based upon the wisdom of the Sages and identify the source.

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: The proficiency examination process is intended to measure a body of knowledge that students have acquired through other learning experiences. Each examination is administered under secure and proctored conditions. The exam covers the first three chapters of Ethics of the Fathers and selected commentaries specifically focusing on the ideas of building an ideal society, individual growth, and the fear and love of God.

Credit recommendation:

Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/09) (12/15 revalidation). Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category OR in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (1/23 revalidation). 

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ETH 202 Jewish Ethics II
  • Formerly Jewish Ethics II
Length:
Proficiency examination program administered at the testing center of Yeshiva Learning Experience, Inc.
Dates:
November 2009 - Present.
Objectives:

After completing the proficiency examination, students will be able to: demonstrate a command of Mishnaic Hebrew; identify the primary character traits and ethical lessons being emphasized in each Mishna; understand the ideas of the Mishna in the light of later commentaries; apply the axioms from Pirkei Avos to modern day issues; and display the ability to derive an ethical decision based upon the wisdom of the Sages and identify the source.

Instruction:

The proficiency examination process is intended to measure a body of knowledge that students have acquired through other learning experiences. Each examination is administered under secure and proctored conditions. The exam covers the last three chapters of Ethics of the Fathers and specifically important character traits, sayings structured around numerical lists, and the importance of learning Torah.

Credit recommendation:

In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (12/09) (12/15 revalidation) (1/23 revalidation). 

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