Consortium for the Teaching of Hebrew Language and Culture

Classes are taught in a hybrid format, combining in-person and online students. Two levels are available this Fall: Foundational Language Skills for Beginners and Foundational Language Skills for Advanced-Beginners

Needham Community Education (NCE) is an office of the Needham Public Schools that combines several out-of-school time programs into a single administrative office. Programs are self-sustaining and include Adult programs, High School programs, Elementary and Middle School programs, and more. Through the Adult Education program, NCE hopes to provide quality lifelong learning experiences that are accessible to a wide range of community members, including high school students.

 

More information about the Fall Hebrew classes offered through NCE:

1. Hebrew Language and Culture: Foundational Language Skills for Beginners. This level is geared toward true Hebrew language beginners or those who need a refresher of the basics. You will learn the Alphabet letters in handwriting and in typing. Modern Hebrew language will be introduced through engaging activities and authentic materials that will provide meaningful content and context. You will learn vocabulary and grammar that can be applied to real-life scenarios. Instruction is responsive to students’ affective needs, cultural and linguistic differences, and personal interests and preferences.
2. Hebrew Language and Culture: Foundational Language Skills for Advanced Beginners. This level is geared toward students who know the Alphabet and how to read Hebrew, and who want to begin learning to understand and speak Modern Hebrew. You will build your vocabulary foundation, sharpen your communication skills, and gain insights into cultural aspects through engaging activities and authentic materials. You will also delve into the fascinating world of Hebrew verbs, focusing on specific verb patterns and their applications in real-life scenarios. Instruction is responsive to students’ affective needs, cultural and linguistic differences, and personal interests and preferences. 

Both classes are taught by Keren Cohen, who achieved her Master’s in Teaching Hebrew as a second language from Middlebury College in 2022. Since then, she has been a Hebrew professor at Brandeis University and Hebrew College. She teaches professionals seeking to improve their Hebrew language skills.

Registration is now open for both the Beginner and the Advanced-Beginner classes.

November 21, 2025

Research about “Teachers’ Perceptions on Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities” conducted by Prof. Vardit Ringvald and Omri Shick, will be presented at the annual convention of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) which will be held in New Orleans in November.