Course Summary
Explore the rich history, culture, and politics of Israel through this course that covers topics ranging from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict to Israeli innovation and technology.Key Learning Points
- Understand the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its impact on the region
- Learn about Israeli innovation and technology, including the startup ecosystem
- Explore Israeli history and culture through literature and film
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of Israel's history, culture, and politics
- Develop critical thinking skills when analyzing complex issues in the region
- Enhance your knowledge of Jewish culture and its impact on Israel
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge of Israel or the Middle East is required
- Basic English language proficiency is recommended
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
- Video lectures
- Reading materials
- Quizzes
Similar Courses
- Middle East Studies: The Modern Middle East
- Jewish Diaspora
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Hussein Ibish
- Yossi Klein Halevi
Related Books
Description
Israel is a country that draws a lot of public attention around the globe. Nevertheless, both those who support Israel and those who are critical of its geopolitical standing and policies, usually have a very limited knowledge about the Israeli society and its political system. This course presents Israel from multiple perspectives - political, social, economic and cultural - in an attempt to expose the learners to a cutting edge academic research on the country.
Outline
- Introduction
- Israeli State and Society: Course Overview
- Course Requirements
- Syllabus
- Confirmation Quiz
- Zionism - The ideological roots of Israel's state and society
- lesson1
- Important Correction
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- Building a nation, constructing a memory: on sacred time and space in the Israeli society
- 3
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- Who are the Israelis – Demographic dynamics and their social consequences
- 4
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- Israel's political system
- 5
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- Israel in the Middle East – War and peace
- 6
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- Israel as a Jewish state - Can a state be both Jewish and democratic?
- 7
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- Jewish-Arab relations in Israel – Conflicts and integration
- 8
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- A society of immigrants – multiculturalism and social stratification
- 9
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- A nation in uniforms – the social consequences of the unending conflict
- 10
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- From state-building to neoliberalism: the role of the state in Israel’s economy
- 11
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- Determinants of voting behavior in Israel
- 11
- Recommended Reading
- Final quiz
- Is there an Israeli identity?
- 13
- Recommended Reading
- Final Quiz
- Jerusalem, the microcosms of Israeli society – History, politics and everyday life
- 14
- Final Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews of the Israel course on Coursera. Students have praised the course for its engaging content and knowledgeable instructors. Overall, the course has received positive reviews.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Many users have found the course's instructors to be knowledgeable and engaging.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
- In-depth coverage of Israeli history and culture
- Well-planned and organized course structure
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users felt that the course was too focused on politics and conflict
- A few users found the course to be too challenging
- Limited interaction with other students
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