Language, Culture and the Jewish Acculturation of Soviet Jewish Emigres

Publication Date: September 1980

Publisher: Jewish Communal Service Association of North America

Author(s): Alvin I. Schiff

Research Area: Culture and religion; Population and demographics

Keywords: Immigration; Cultural Sensitivity; Jewish Education

Type: Report

Coverage: United States

Abstract:

A vital objective of bilingual-bicultural education for Soviet Jews is to foster a positive Jewish self-concept while developing Jewish cognition, Jewish language expression and Jewish life skills. People who view themselves as being accepted, respected and loved are prone to develop a positive self-concept. Providing a receptive, respectful and loving environment must be the first goal of Judaic instruction.

In Journal of Jewish Communal Service, v.57 no.1, Fall 1980.