Talmudic Philosophy IIII - EDC-X759X

Course Description

Credit Validation for Institute of Talmudic Philosophy Participants Only

Jewish day school educators, rabbis, graduate students seeking continuing education to broaden their knowledge of Talmudic Philosophy; career advancement/
development.

Learner Outcomes

• Understand the significance of Torah Min HaShamayim (“the Torah is from Heaven”) as a central premise in
  Talmudic Philosophy
• Understand and identify key names, important concepts, and critical themes related to the beginnings of
  Talmudic Philosophy
• Understand the contrasting views concerning destiny vs. fate
• Understand the contrasting views concerning safeguarding one’s learning
• Understand the basis for the value of humanity
• Understand the value of generosity

Course Details

Number of Units: 1.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Required Materials: Babylonian Talmud, Tractate Avot, Ethics of the Fathers. Redacted by Rabbi Judah the Prince, c.200 CE, Bartenura on Pirkei Avot, Rabbi Ovadiah Bartenura 

University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information

The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.

Credits earned through USD’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways. These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the University of San Diego; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.

Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.