YDSH 102

Spring 2026

Part of Term 1
Jan 20-May 6
Beginning Yiddish II
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Credit: 4 hours.

Continuation of YDSH 101 focusing on comprehension and reading skills. Prerequisite: YDSH 101.

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CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
38906
Online
Online
BTA
BTA
11:00AM -12:00PM
12:00PM -1:30PM
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Blazek, K
Blazek, K
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
01/20/26-05/06/26
Credit:
4 hours
Section Title:
Elementary Yiddish, II
Section Info:
This is the second term of the two-year Yiddish language sequence; it also has a special pathway for German speakers with no prior experience with Yiddish. You will expand your vocabulary and learn to talk about ideas and emotions. You will become acquainted with simple folk talesand modern Yiddish texts taken from literature, music, history, theater, and journalism. We will continue to immerse ourselves in Live Yiddish through recordings and clips. The class uses the communicative approach; students are expected to repeat after the teacher and practice with their peers, learning through this repetition. Mistakes are normal and part of the learning process. The effort is more important than flawless speech, and it is our hope that the students will enjoy the learning, as it comes with songs, games and interactions. The most important outcome is the ability of the students to engage with Yiddish culture in a way that is meaningful for them. Course description and class goals The class has three main objectives. 1. Increase your knowledge of and fluency in Yiddish. By the end of the semester you will be able to: ● hold a simple conversation on the following topics: personal background, geography, family, home, studies, professions, description of objects, nature and people, Jewish holidays ● comprehend a variety of authentic sources, such as songs, newspaper articles, and descriptions of cultural events ● compose and perform skits ● write a paragraph about yourself and your activities 2. Develop and creatively process cultural knowledge. By the end of the semester you will read and listen to a variety of Yiddish texts and meet people who are active in Yiddish today; and you will engage in discussions on Yiddish cultural life both past and present: ● Yiddish folklore (songs, jokes, curses, blessings and customs, games)● Yiddish literature, theater and film, Yiddish and art ● role of Yiddish in religious and political movements, modern Yiddish life (secular and Hasidic) 3. Develop relationships with people in the Yiddish world Course setup and requirements: ● webcam and headphones and microphone or headset; latest version of Zoom ● active participation in class, being on time (20%) ● regular and timely homework submission (20%) ● take-home quizzes (20%) ● weekly oral presentations (20%) ● creative final project submitted near the end of the semester (20%). This section is offered through the BTAA Course Share Program and will be video-conference/Zoom/online taught by University of Michigan.
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