Promoting Jewish Values

Catalog description

In this course, a practical approach is taken to the field of moral development, values education and the psychology of religion, informed both by psychological theory and Jewish thought. The major focus of the course is on practical educational applications of the fields of positive psychology and social emotional learning. Specific topics in values education and religious education are presented in the context of recent research findings, Judaic perspectives, and implications for educators working in Jewish schools. In addition to weekly readings, discussion boards, and reflections, students are expected to prepare a module on a value of their choice to present to peers, and design lesson plans on that topic for their students.