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Summer Ulpan in Beit Ben Yehuda
Does it not seem natural to learn Hebrew in Beit Ben Yehuda, the house that once belonged to Eliezer Ben Yehuda, the reviver of spoken Hebrew?
Learning Hebrew in Jerusalem 4th-28th August 2008
In August 2008, the Beit Ben Yehuda is offering a language course on a beginner level with weekend trips and other activities to get to know Israel. The course is taught by a professional, experienced teacher and will not only give you an understanding of the language, but provide you with inside information of the Israeli culture, politics and history. The participants will be accommodated in the Guesthouse, which is located next to the German Colony and only a 30 minutes walk from the Old City. Afternoon activities like meeting a survivor of the Shoah, going to Yad Vashem and a guided tour through the Old City as well as meeting young Israeli students will be part of the program.
Intensive course for beginners
In intensive course, the participants will be taught the basics of the Hebrew language as well as reading and writing the letters. The focus is on teaching vocabulary that will allow the participants to engange in day-to-day-activities like shopping or asking for the way. During classes the students will be simulating real life situations. At the end of the course, students will be capable of communicating with people in the daily Israeli life. The class is limited to 20 students.
Prices
Option 1: Ulpan + Accommodation in double bed rooms: 899 Euro per person
Option 2: Ulpan without accommodation : 699 Euro per person
Learning material is not included. The extracurricular program will be arranged individually in communication with the participants.
Some activities might require an extra fee.
Registration and Information via info@beit-ben-yehuda.org (until 15 May 2008)