The New Education in Religion; With a Curriculum of Jewish Studies

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1913. Excerpt: ... terials to be used are offered for Circle work covering three years. The last High School year marks the entrance into the age of maturity. A survey of the Bible and of Judaism from the adult's viewpoint becomes appropriate. After the High School age the college outlook may be secured by the general readers through the advanced reading courses provided. QUESTIONS 1. State your views about Bar Mitzvah and Confirmation. 2. Why is a High School Course needed in our Religious Schools? 3. Define Social Service and indicate its place in the Curriculum. 4. Contrast the last High School year with the first, in religious education. 5. What is meant by the College Outlook on Jewish knowledge and discuss its value. The Curriculum Lesson X THE CURRICULUM The subjoined Curriculum contains the entire series of study courses of the Correspondence School conducted by the Jewish Chautauqua Society. On the basis of the principles and plans set forth in Course I, the Lessons have been worked out by the members of the Faculty of that school in the various subjects assigned to them. These Lessons are available for all who enroll as students in the Correspondence School. The Lessons are intended for Teachers in our schools, for those desiring to qualify themselves to become teachers; also for parents and any other persons who may feel prompted to pursue this interesting field of study. Furthermore, there are also added the Reading Courses published by the Jewish Chautauqua Society and intended for the general reader. The whole series thus provides a guide for Jewish studies from childhood through adult life. Course I-A THE NEW EDUCATION IN RELIGION: CURRICULUM 1. The General Plan. 2. Individuality in Pupils. 3. Individuality in Pupils (Continued). 4. Personality in Tea...