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The Development of Israel Study Programs
Publication Date: January 2003
Publisher(s): Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education
Author(s): Alvin Schiff
Special Collection: Berman Jewish Policy Archive
Topic: Culture and religion (Religion and religious groups)
Education (Study abroad)
Keywords: Israel Education; Israel experience; Zionism; Youth Engagement
Type: Report
Abstract:
The author recounts the development of the phenomenon of "year in Israel" yeshiva/seminary study programs for high school graduates which have become dominant for modern Orthodox Jews in America. He traces the movement from its original conception through its rise to success, and its continued strength despite concerns during times of war and unrest in the region.
In Jewish Education News, Winter 2003.