Introductory course - Modern Hebrew (beginner or intermediate level)

Module 1: Introduction and Alphabet Course presentation The Cyrillic alphabet: pronunciation and writing Greetings and introductions Numbers and figures Practical exercise: reading and writing the alphabet Module 2: Basic grammar Genders (masculine, feminine, neutral) Cases (nominative, accusative) Introduction to verbs (present tense) Personal pronouns Practical exercise: simple dialogues Module 3: Basic vocabulary Family and relationships Days of the week and months Colors and clothes Food and drinks Practical exercise: description of yourself and your family Module 4: Verbs and Conjugations Regular and irregular verbs Conjugation of verbs in the present tense Introduction to past tense verbs Verbs of movement Practical exercise: conversations about daily activities Module 5: Sentences and Expressions Common questions Polite expressions Useful phrases for traveling Directions and location Practical exercise: simulation of travel situations Module 6: Reading and Writing Reading simple texts Writing simple sentences Written comprehension Practical exercise: writing a simple letter or email Module 7: Conversation and Practice Role plays and dialogues Discussion on simple topics Practical exercise: conversations in pairs Module 8: Russian Culture and Customs Festivals and traditions Russian cuisine Famous cities and monuments Practical exercise: presentation on a Russian cultural aspect Module 9: Review and Evaluation Review of previous modules Written test Oral test Practical exercise: final project

The Hebrew course is structured as follows: 1. Initial Assessment Needs assessment: Identify learners’ goals and their initial level of proficiency. Level test: Administer a placement test to determine the level of each learner. 2. Course Planning Learning Objectives: Define clear and measurable objectives for each module of the course. Lesson plan: Develop a detailed plan with a logical progression of lessons. 3. Introduction to the Alphabet and Phonetics Hebrew Alphabet: Teach letters and their sounds, including writing and recognition exercises. Pronunciation: Practice Hebrew-specific sounds through audio exercises and repetitions. 4. Basic Vocabulary Initial themes: Introduce basic vocabulary by theme (greetings, family, food, etc.). Practical exercises: Use flashcards, games and interactive activities to reinforce vocabulary. 5. Basic Grammar Grammatical structures: Teach fundamental grammatical structures such as articles, pronouns, and present tense conjugation of verbs. Grammar exercises: Provide written and oral exercises to practice new structures. 6. Conjugation of Verbs Common verbs: Learn the conjugation of the most used verbs in the present, past and future. Conjugation tables: Use tables and exercises to make it easier to memorize verb forms. 7. Sentence Construction Syntax: Teach the structure of simple sentences and then complex sentences. Oral and written practice: Encourage students to construct their own sentences orally and in writing. 8. Oral and Written Comprehension Listening exercises: Use dialogues and audio recordings to develop oral comprehension. Simple reading: Introduce short and simple texts to work on written comprehension. 9. Conversational Practice Role plays: Organize role plays and simulations to practice the language in a real context. Guided discussions: Lead discussions on various topics to encourage oral expression. 10. Ratings and Feedback Ongoing Assessments: Use quizzes, assignments, and mini-tests to track student progress. Regular feedback: Provide constructive and personalized feedback to help students improve. 11. Culture and Context Cultural immersion: Integrate elements of Israeli culture (history, traditions, festivals) into the course. Cultural activities: Organize cultural events, film screenings and discussions on cultural aspects. 12. Use of Technologies Online apps and tools: Use language learning apps, online resources and learning platforms. Digital media: Integrate videos, podcasts and online articles to diversify learning methods. 13. Revisions and Reinforcement Review sessions: Schedule regular review sessions to consolidate knowledge. Strengthening exercises: Provide additional exercises to practice identified weak areas. 14. Monitoring and Adaptation Individual monitoring: Track the progress of each student individually. Adaptation of the program: Adjust the program and methods based on student feedback and their progress. This methodological approach aims to provide a comprehensive and immersive learning experience, with an emphasis on practice, structured progression and adaptation to the needs of learners.