NELC 1211 Introduction to Modern Hebrew I

Name: Introduction to Modern Hebrew I
Rating: 4.56 (16 reviews)

The course continues in second semester as NELC1212. A course for beginners in Hebrew with attention to modern Israeli. The course is intended to develop the ability to read a variety of Hebrew texts and other Hebrew prose and poetry and to set a foundation for both conversational and compositional skills. As part of the learning, students will be exposed to modern Israeli culture. No previous knowledge of Hebrew is assumed.

Course overview

Department: Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Biannually in the Fall

Requirements fulfilled

Islamic Civilization and Societies: Base Discipline Electives: Two Courses — Near Eastern Languages and Literatures (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
Arabic Studies: Two courses (6 credits) in Middle Eastern Languages, Cultures, Literatures, and Civilizations (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)

Requirement eligibility can vary by school, cohort, and section. Confirm the selected section in EagleApps or with an advisor.

Official evaluation summary

4.56 / 5

Based on 16 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Adit Kesten
Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024 · Official rating 4.57/5
Rima Farah
Fall 2023, Fall 2021 · Official rating 5.00/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Adit Kesten · Lyons Hall 208 TuTh 12:00 Noon-01:15PM · Offered