JESNA - New Sosland Resources

Zeek: A Jewish Journal of Thought and Culture

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:53:59 +0100

Zeek Media is a catalyst for conversations about the Jewish tomorrow in print, online, and in person. We publish an online magazine updated daily, a quarterly print journal, and hold events throughout the year.

We believe that Judaism is undergoing a paradigm shift that we must not ignore if we want Judaism to be a vibrant religion and culture generations from now. Judaism will only thrive if we are willing to discuss and debate the most charged issues facing us. Zeek is unafraid to face those issues head on. Join us.

B'TSELEM - The Israeli Information Center for Human Rights in the Occupied Territories

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:47:15 +0100

B'TSELEM - The Israeli Information Center for Human Rights in the Occupied Territories was established in 1989 by a group of prominent academics, attorneys, journalists, and Knesset members. It endeavors to document and educate the Israeli public and policymakers about human rights violations in the Occupied Territories, combat the phenomenon of denial prevalent among the Israeli public, and help create a human rights culture in Israel.

B'Tselem in Hebrew literally means "in the image of," and is also used as a synonym for human dignity. The word is taken from Genesis 1:27, "And God created humans in his image. In the image of God did He create him." It is in this spirit that the first article of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that "All human beings are born equal in dignity and rights."

As an Israeli human rights organization, B'Tselem acts primarily to change Israeli policy in the Occupied Territories and ensure that its government, which rules the Occupied Territories, protects the human rights of residents there and complies with its obligations under international law.

Ta'anit Tzedek - Jewish Fast For Gaza

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:37:32 +0100

The Jewish Fast for Gaza is an ad hoc group of rabbis, Jews, and people of conscience who have committed to undertake a monthly daytime fast in support of the following goals:

1. To call for a lifting of the blockade that prevents the entry of civilian goods and services into Gaza;

2. To provide humanitarian and developmental aid to the people of Gaza;

3. To call upon Israel, the US, and the international community to engage in negotiations without pre-conditions with all relevant Palestinian parties - including Hamas - in order to end the blockade;

4. To encourage the American government to vigorously engage both Israelis and Palestinians toward a just and peaceful settlement of the conflict.

Website includes a blog, articles, educational resources, and a recording and transcript of the conference call with Judge Richard Goldstone and Rabbis for Human Rights.

The Goldstone Report-- A Jewish View

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:29:33 +0100

Editorial on the Goldstone Report from Al-Jazeera English, the only independant news network in the Arab Middle East. The editorial is written by rabbinical student Rachel Barenblat, who is also a student member of Rabbis for Human Rights North America.

Twebrew School: The First Social Media Hebrew School for Adults

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:15:46 +0100

A project of Jewish Tweets, Twebrew School offers 3 different programs for learning Hebrew, all free. Find a Twebrew School Tweet Up location near you and attend classes with free materials; follow lessons through online instructional videos; or subscribe to the daily newsletter for a word of the day.

Interested in being a Twebrew School teacher? Volunteer positions are now open!

Jewish Educational Leadership Journal

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:09:52 +0100

Jewish Educational Leadership is a professional journal for Jewish educators published by The Lookstein Center. It was designed to increase the exposure of Jewish educators to general research and advances in education and focus on the applicability of these findings to the world of Jewish education. The journal also:

Provides a forum for publishing research in Jewish education
Offers access to new trends and methodologies in Jewish education
Serves as a center for publicizing innovations in the field
Brings classic Hebrew texts that focus on education to an English speaking audience

All back-issues may be viewed on the website, though some content is accessible to members only. Articles that do not have a locked icon are accessible to all.

Strategic Management of Human Capital

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:00:52 +0100

Through a Task Force, this Web site, an Annual Conference, Case Studies and a National Reform Network, the SMHC action project will share and implement nationwide effective practices to recruit, train, retain and reward top teacher and school administrator talent. Website includes many free downloads on professional development and program evaluation for schools.

Hakarat Hatov and Thanksgiving Lesson Plan

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:11:30 +0100

BabagaNewz.com presents a new lesson plan entitled Hakarat Hatov and Thanksgiving.
This lesson is a great way to integrate Judaic and general studies, and emphasize Jewish
values in the celebration of Thanksgiving.

In this lesson, students will study Birkat Hamazon to explore how its theme of hakarat
hatov, recognizing the good that God provides, resonates on Thanksgiving. The lesson
uses berakhot and includes the following Hebrew texts: Devarim 8:10, Talmud Megillah
18A, Rashi on Talmud Megillah 18A, and Psalm 92.

After exploring the themes and texts, students will create a project that brings the value
of hakarat hatov to their families' Thanksgiving celebrations. The four projects presented
apply to all ages and interests.

Can Web 2.0 Save Teacher Professional Development? A Free Webinar

jaisenberg — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:31:57 +0100

This event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 18, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time. Also available "on demand" anytime 24 hours after the event. Follow the link above or click here to register.

The rise of interactive technology has created exciting new possibilities for teacher professional development, from facilitated online courses to social-learning communities to live multimedia presentations. Many observers now believe that, when used effectively, digital technologies could ultimately break the grip of the one-shot, drive-by workshop in schools and spur the growth of teacher-learning opportunities that are truly collaborative and job-embedded. Yet many questions remain. In this webinar, two experts will address these questions and bring you up to date on the latest ideas and trends in online teacher learning and how you can take advantage of them.

Related Content:
Leveraging Online Professional Development, Teacher Professional Development Sourcebook, Fall 2009

Presenters:

Christopher Sessums, assistant professor in the College of Education at the University of Florida

Barbara Treacy, director, EdTech Leaders Online, Education Development Center

Moderator:

Anthony Rebora, managing editor, teachermagazine.org, Teacher Professional Development Sourcebook

Jewish Social Action Month: Educators' Page

jaisenberg — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:54:09 +0100

Jewish Social Action Month (JSAM) is a global initiative to promote both social action (tikkun olam) and Jewish Peoplehood. This section is intended for educators at every level, to help engage students and teachers with ideas for social action. We've started with just a few resources, but we hope you will take the time to contribute more ideas and content.

Add a comment, or create a page with your own ideas for action. We will link it to the main page when you tell us it's ready and send us the link. You can also create a Group for your idea, or discuss it in the Forum.