ACC101.1 Principles of Financial Accounting I

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Course Description: Unlock the language of business and build a rock-solid foundation in financial accounting. In this dynamic course, you'll learn how businesses track and report financial performance, record transactions, and prepare essential financial statements. Master the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) fundamentals while exploring real-world applications, including inventory management, receivables, and internal controls. By the end of this course, you'll see how accounting shapes smart business decisions.

ACC101X Principles of Financial Accounting I

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Course Description: Unlock the language of business and build a rock-solid foundation in financial accounting. In this dynamic course, you'll learn how businesses track and report financial performance, record transactions, and prepare essential financial statements. Master the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) fundamentals while exploring real-world applications, including inventory management, receivables, and internal controls. By the end of this course, you'll see how accounting shapes smart business decisions.

Instructional Materials: This course uses the first half of the textbook “Introduction to Financial Accounting,” by Stice and Stice, which bundles with a Financial Accounting SIMTERNSHIP simulation.  Principles of Financial Accounting II will cover the remainder of the book with an additional simulation in Financial Analysis.  It is recommended to purchase the book with both simulations in order to benefit from the discounted price at this time. You can find the book + Simternships (2) bundle through your Moodle account. The ISBN is  978-1-956963-84-7. 

ACC102X Principles of Financial Accounting II

Pre-Requisites: ACC101X Principles of Financial Accounting I

Course Description:

Take your financial accounting skills to the next level. This course builds on the fundamentals of Accounting I, guiding you through the complexities of long-term liabilities, corporate accounting, and cash flow statement preparation. Gain hands-on experience interpreting financial data and applying accounting standards to real-world business challenges. You'll develop the skills to evaluate financial statements with confidence and insight, essential for strategic decision-making.

Instructional Materials: This course uses the second half of the textbook “Introduction to Financial Accounting,” by Stice and Stice, which bundles with a Financial Accounting SIMTERNSHIP simulation. You have already been introduced to this textbook and a simulation in Principles of Financial Accounting I. 

If you do not already have the text, it can be purchased along with the simulation through your Moodle account. The ISBN is  978-1-956963-84-7.  

Additionally, the course recommends the use of a financial calculator, HP 10bII+, which can be purchased online.  You will use this calculator in several courses throughout your Accounting degree program.

ACC110X Principles in Financial Accounting for Business Majors

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Course Description:
Accounting is often called the language of business. Learn why by demystifying the numbers behind business decisions in this practical, introductory course designed for non-accounting majors. You'll explore the essentials of financial accounting, including how to record business transactions, interpret financial statements, and apply core accounting principles to real-world scenarios. Whether you're launching a startup, working in a corporate environment, or pursuing a career outside of finance, this course will equip you with the accounting knowledge every business professional needs.

Instructional Materials

This course uses nearly the entire textbook Introduction to Financial Accounting by James D. Stice and Earl K. Stice, distinguished authors who have published extensively in both academic and educational accounting journals. The text is known for its clarity and real-world relevance. 

We’ll begin with a solid foundation in the accounting cycle and financial statements and then broaden our scope to touch on a wide range of accounting topics—such as payroll, inventory, assets, and time value of money. While we won’t explore each topic as deeply as an accounting major would, we will emphasize practical understanding, critical thinking, and application. The textbook is bundled with the Stukent Financial Accounting Cycle Simulation. The ISBN is 978-1-956963-84-7. Please purchase the bundle through your Moodle account to ensure access to required materials.

ACC201X Managerial Accounting

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Course Description

Discover the power of financial data in driving business success! In this hands-on course, you’ll explore how managers use accounting information to control operations, optimize resources, and maximize profitability. Learn to analyze cost behavior, implement effective budgeting strategies, and measure business performance. Whether aiming for leadership or finance, this course will sharpen your ability to make informed, data-driven decisions.

Instructional Materials:

This course uses the textbook “Managerial Accounting,” by Stice and Stice, which bundles with a Managerial Accounting SIMTERNSHIP simulation.  You have already been introduced to this textbook and a simulation in Principles of Financial Accounting I. The text can be purchased along with the simulation through your Moodle account. The ISBN is 978-1-956963-95-3. 

ACC210X Accounting Information Systems and Applications

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Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to accounting information systems with a focus on hands-on skills in QuickBooks Online and Excel for accounting tasks and analysis. You will learn the accounting cycle using QuickBooks, develop business reports and data visualizations in Excel, and explore the theory and applications of accounting information systems (AIS) relevant to CPA preparation and real-world scenarios. Emphasis is placed on practical application, with an engaging capstone project that simulates a real business environment.

ACC301X Intermediate Accounting I

Pre-Requisites: ACC102 Principles of Financial Accounting II

Course Description: Gain a deeper understanding of corporate financial statements and what they reveal about business performance. This course dives into asset valuation, financial reporting standards, and key accounting topics such as receivables, inventories, and tangible and intangible assets. You'll learn how businesses leverage accounting to attract investors and manage operations, preparing you for advanced roles in finance and accounting. 

Instructional Materials: Kieso, D. E., Weygandt, J. J., Warfield, T. D., & Wiley, L. D. (2022). Intermediate Accounting (19th ed.). Wiley.

ACC302X Intermediate Accounting II

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Course Description: Develop and demonstrate advanced proficiency in corporate financial reporting. This course explores complex accounting areas, including long-term contracts, revenue recognition, stockholders' equity, and lease accounting. Learn to navigate evolving regulations and assess financial statements with a critical eye. Without focus on modern business challenges, you’ll develop the analytical skills to interpret high-level financial data and drive business strategy.

ACC310X Tax I (Individual Taxation)

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Course Description: 

Become a tax expert and help individuals navigate the complex world of taxation. This course introduces you to IRS tax codes, deductions, tax planning strategies, and the preparation of individual tax returns. Learn how to maximize tax benefits and ensure compliance with ever-changing regulations. Whether you’re looking to assist clients or simply enhance your own financial knowledge, this course will give you the confidence to handle tax season like a pro.

Instructional Material: 

South-Western federal taxation: Comprehensive (48th ed.) [with CengageNOW]. Cengage Learning.

ACC401X Advanced Accounting

Pre-Requisites: ACC302 Intermediate Accounting II

Course Description:  Master complex accounting topics, including business consolidations, foreign currency transactions, and nonprofit financial reporting. In this course, you’ll analyze corporate mergers, interpret consolidated financial statements, and apply accounting principles to government and partnership entities. Develop problem-solving skills essential for handling sophisticated financial scenarios.

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ACC402X Principles of Auditing

Pre-Requisites: ACC302 Intermediate Accounting II

Course description: Principles of Auditing provides a comprehensive, practice-driven introduction to the audit process and the professional responsibilities of auditors in today’s financial reporting environment. Designed for students with a foundation in accounting, this course emphasizes how auditors apply judgment, skepticism, and standards to protect the integrity of capital markets.

Students will explore the full audit lifecycle, including planning, risk assessment, internal control evaluation, evidence gathering, completion procedures, and reporting. They will learn how each stage contributes to high-quality assurance. Using the widely adopted *Auditing: A Risk-Based Approach* textbook and the MindTap learning platform, the course blends adaptive readings, author-led instructional videos, and CPA-aligned quizzes to reinforce conceptual understanding and technical accuracy.

Real-world Knapp audit cases, professional media from the AICPA, PCAOB, Big Four firms, and a major applied fraud project allow students to experience how auditors navigate ethical dilemmas, identify fraud red flags, evaluate internal control weaknesses, and document defensible audit conclusions. Through these applications, students will practice the reasoning skills expected in public accounting firms and on the CPA Exam.

By the end of the course, students will be equipped to analyze complex financial reporting issues, understand the legal and ethical environment of auditing, and articulate audit decisions with clarity and professional judgment. This course is ideal for those planning to pursue careers in auditing, financial forensics, risk management, or any field that relies on high-quality financial information..

Instructional Material:

This course uses  Zehms, K., Messier, W. F., Glover, S. M., & Prawitt, D. F. (2022). Auditing: A risk-based approach (12th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education. This text is widely regarded as one of the leading undergraduate auditing textbooks in the U.S., known for its clear, practice-oriented approach and its strong alignment with the professional judgment frameworks used in public accounting firms. It is the standard text adopted by many programs preparing students for the CPA Exam and audit careers

AHS100X Introduction to Bio-Medical Ethics

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description:

This course introduces students to key debates in biomedical ethics through close engagement with scholarly texts, case studies, and contemporary analyses. Students explore foundational ethical frameworks and apply them to real-world issues such as informed consent, end-of-life care, emerging medical technologies, resource allocation, and patient autonomy. Through sustained interaction with the assigned readings, students learn to evaluate complex dilemmas and develop clear, evidence-based ethical arguments.

Instructional Materials

Supplementary Resources:

Medical Ethics – Principles- Links will be provided

Selected articles, videos, and case studies (provided via Moodle)

AHS101.1X Biology I Lab

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Course Description: 

This virtual laboratory course is designed to complement the pre-med AHS101X Biology I course by reinforcing core biological concepts through interactive, skill-building lab challenges. Students will engage in a mix of online simulations and simple hands-on investigations using common household materials to develop practical scientific skills, including experimental design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Through guided virtual labs, students will explore topics such as molecular biology techniques, genetics, cell structure and function, and biotechnology tools. Emphasis is placed on scientific reasoning, problem-solving, and connecting experimental results to real-world biomedical applications with the aim of developing skills for healthcare and applied sciences in an online environment.

AHS101X Biology I

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Course Description:

This course provides a rigorous introduction to biological principles with emphasis on cellular, molecular, and physiological concepts that underpin human health and disease. Its aim is to prepare students for advanced study in disciplines such as anatomy, physiology, microbiology, genetics, and biochemistry. The course will cover core biology concepts, focusing on basic and applied biology, while engaging students in scientific questioning through assignments that help them understand and apply key concepts, preparing them for scientific thinking.

Required Textbook:
Clark, M. A., Douglas, M., & Choi, J. (2018). Biology 2e. OpenStax.

AHS110X Introduction to Nutrition

Pre-Requisites: Orientation

Course Description: This course introduces the students to the science of human nutrition and its application to everyday life. Students will explore nutrients, digestion, metabolism, energy balance, dietary planning, food safety, health promotion, and nutrition across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on learning how to interpret nutrition information, evaluate claims, and make informed, evidence-based dietary decisions. Through readings, interactive activities, discussions, and real-world skill challenges, students develop the ability to build and assess healthy diets using current nutrition guidelines.

Instructional Materials: Provided in course. 

AHS201.11X Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab

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Course Description: This course introduces the structure and function of the human body, providing a foundation for understanding how its systems work together to maintain life. Students will explore levels of organization from cells to organ systems, learn key anatomical terminology, and examine homeostasis and feedback mechanisms. The course also covers essential chemical and cellular principles, as well as the classification and function of the four basic tissue types.

AHS201X Anatomy and Physiology I

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Course Description: This course begins with foundations (organization, chemistry, cells) to build conceptual understanding of structure and function. The course advances to tissue and support systems (integumentary, skeletal, and muscular), which are core to understanding mechanical function, and concludes with the major physiologic systems of respiration, digestion, and metabolism, essential for homeostasis.

Instructional Materials: OpenStax. (2019). Anatomy and physiology 2e. Rice University.

AHS202.11X Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab

Pre-Requisites: AHS201 Anatomy & Physiology

Course Description: A&P II focuses on integration and control systems (nervous, endocrine) first, then progresses through major regulatory and transport systems (cardiovascular, lymphatic), and concludes with excretory, fluid/electrolyte balance, reproductive, and developmental biology, reflecting the transition from physiology to life-cycle concepts.

AHS202X Anatomy and Physiology II

Pre-Requisites: AHS201 Anatomy & Physiology

Course Description: A&P II focuses on integration and control systems (nervous, endocrine) first, then progresses through major regulatory and transport systems (cardiovascular, lymphatic), and concludes with excretory, fluid/electrolyte balance, reproductive, and developmental biology, reflecting the transition from physiology to life-cycle concepts.

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AHS203.1X Chemistry in Action: Matter, Energy, and Change Lab

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Course Description

This one-credit laboratory course complements AHS203X  by applying key concepts of matter, energy, and chemical change through hands-on virtual simulations. Students investigate how molecular structure, bonding, and energy transformations shape the physical world. Each lab focuses on practical observation, critical thinking, and scientific reasoning, allowing students to connect theoretical chemistry to real-world systems and processes.

Instructional Materials

All laboratory activities are conducted using PhET Interactive Simulations, which provide visual and hands-on opportunities to explore chemical systems safely and effectively. No additional textbook is required for this course.

AHS203X Chemistry in Action: Matter, Energy, and Change

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Course Description:

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of chemistry as both a theoretical and applied science. Students will explore the structure and behavior of matter, chemical bonding, reactions, and energy changes, while developing quantitative reasoning skills essential for laboratory analysis and scientific problem-solving. Through interactive readings, video demonstrations, and skill-based challenges, students will learn to think like chemists—observing, measuring, predicting, and communicating scientific findings with accuracy and professionalism.

Instructional Materials:

Primary Textbook:

OpenStax Chemistry 2e (Open Educational Resource). Available online at https://openstax.org/books/chemistry-2e/.

Supplementary Materials:

• Instructor-curated instructional videos demonstrating laboratory and conceptual applications.

• Quizzes and review questions integrated within each module.

• Skill Challenge templates and assessments provided in the LMS.

AHS303X Biochemistry

Pre-Requisites: Orientation

Course Description: This course introduces the fundamental principles of biochemistry, the study of the chemical processes that support life. Students explore how biological molecules are structured, function, and interact within systems such as metabolism, gene expression, and cellular regulation. Emphasis is placed on key concepts, including biomolecules, enzyme function, energy transformation, metabolic pathways, and genetic information flow, with a focus on meaningful application rather than excessive detail. By the end of the course, students will be able to connect biochemical principles to real biological and health-related contexts, building a strong foundation for further study in the life sciences.

Instructional Materials (Provided in Course): 

• Ahern, K., & Rajagopal, I. (n.d.). Biochemistry Free & Easy (Version 3.0). Oregon State University. https://oregonstate.app.box.com/s/i5zdnuolgda8snovflueqazdv4q4ikiw
  • This material is adapted from Biochemistry Free & Easy (Version 3.0) by Ahern, K., & Rajagopal, I., licensed under CC BY-NC. Changes were made.

AHS310X Experimental Foods

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Course Description: Dive into the scientific world of food experimentation and discover how nutrition, chemistry, and sensory science shape the foods we eat. This course examines the principles that govern food composition, preparation, and evaluation. You will explore the biochemistry behind macronutrients and micronutrients, investigate how proteins, carbohydrates, and fats behave during cooking, and analyze physical and chemical changes that occur in real food systems.

Through a combination of readings, structured lab experiences, and applied research, you will learn how to evaluate foods using sensory and objective methods, modify recipes to improve nutritional value, assess quality indicators, and understand how vitamins, minerals, and bioenergetic pathways support human health. By the end of the course, you will approach food not only as nourishment, but as a dynamic scientific system shaped by structure, function, and experimentation.

AHS311X Human Nutrition and Metabolism

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Course description: Dive into the fascinating world of nutrition and metabolism! This course brings biochemistry to life as you explore how macronutrients and micronutrients fuel, build, and protect the human body. You’ll uncover the secrets behind how proteins, carbohydrates, and fats power our cells, trace the bioenergetic pathways that keep us alive, and see how nucleic acids carry the blueprint of life. We’ll also dig into the essential roles of vitamins and minerals—where to find them, how our bodies use them, and why they’re vital for maintaining health and preventing disease. By the end, you’ll see nutrition not just as science, but as the story of what makes us thrive.

Instructional Materials:
▪️Bilbrew, E. C., Vogelzang, J., & Whittington, K. (2024). Nutrition for nurses. OpenStax, Rice University.
▪️Zimmerman, M., Snow, B. (2012). Essentials of Nutrition: A Functional Approach. Independent.
▪️Callahan, A., Leonard, H., & Powell, T. (2022). Nutrition: Science and Everyday Application (2nd ed.). Open Oregon

AHS405X Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry

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Course Description: Organic Chemistry introduces students to the fundamental principles governing the structure, properties, and reactivity of organic molecules. Using a mechanistic and structure, property approach, the course examines atomic and molecular structure, resonance, hybridization, stereochemistry, functional groups, acidity and basicity, and the energetic factors that drive chemical reactions. Emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms through curved‑arrow notation, predicting reaction outcomes, and applying concepts such as kinetic versus thermodynamic control. The course provides a rigorous conceptual foundation for further study in chemistry, biology, health sciences, and related disciplines.

Instructional Materials: 

• OpenStax. (2023). Organic Chemistry. Rice University. Based on content by John McMurry. https://openstax.org
  • This material is adapted from OpenStax, Organic Chemistry, Rice University, and is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). Changes were made.
• Instructor‑provided video lectures and curated video playlist
• Interactive quizzes via Aktiv; access to the Aktiv platform requires a registration fee of $45.

AHS410X Quality Food Production and Food Services Management

Pre-Requisites: AHS110 Intro to Nutrition

Course Description: This course provides advanced study of large-scale food production systems and food service management operations. Emphasis is placed on quantity food preparation, production planning, menu development, food safety compliance, cost control, purchasing systems, inventory management, labor supervision, and quality assurance within institutional and commercial foodservice environments. Students integrate principles from microbiology, human metabolism, and experimental foods to ensure safe, nutritious, efficient, and high-quality food production. The course combines operational management theory with applied production practices to prepare students for leadership roles in complex food service systems.

Instructional materials:
Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

BIBL101X Parsha Journeys

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Course Description: This course is an in-depth study of Sefer Bereishis with Rashi’s commentary. Students will study the entire Sefer Bereishis with selected comments from Rashi. Additionally, students will analyze the various anecdotes in Sefer Bereishis along with themes and personalities within the sefer.

BIBL222X Megillos

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BIBL230X Early Prophets: The Book of Yehoshua

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Course Description: In-depth study of Sefer Yehoshua with Rashi’s commentary. Students will study the entire Sefer Yehoshua with selected comments from Rashi. Additionally, students will analyze the various anecdotes in Sefer Yehoshua along with themes and personalities within the sefer.

Instructional Materials:  

Artscroll Tanach Series Sefer Yehoshua

https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9780899060873.html

BIBL300X Chumash In-Depth

Pre-Requisites: BIBL101 Parsha Journeys
BIBL222 Megillos
BIBL230 The Book of Yehoshua

Course Description: Study of Sefer Shemos in an in-depth, commentary-based format. Students will be required to develop themes, research commentaries, and provide various perspectives on the major issues developed in the text.

Instructional Material: Sefer Shemos, Artscroll Chumash, Stone Edition. 

BIBL402X The Book of Yona

Pre-Requisites: BIBL101 Parsha Journeys
BIBL222 Megillos
BIBL230 The Book of Yehoshua

Course Description: An analysis of the entire book of Yona, its main themes, and the overall purpose of prophecy and prophets.

BIOL101X Brainstorm with Biology: Creative Problem-Solving with Biology

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Course Description:

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the foundational principles of biology with emphasis on cellular, molecular, and genetic processes that underlie human health and disease. Students will explore how living systems are organized, how cells obtain and use energy, how genetic information is stored and transmitted, and how biological processes are studied using scientific inquiry.

Designed for students pursuing health sciences and related fields, the course emphasizes scientific reasoning, real-world application, and ethical awareness. Through interactive simulations, hands-on activities, discussions, and a cumulative final exam, students will develop both conceptual understanding and applied biological thinking.

BIOL101X Brainstorm with Biology: Creative Problem-Solving with Biology

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Course Description: This introductory course covers fundamental principles of biology, including cell structure and function, metabolism, reproduction, plant physiology, genetics, and molecular biology. Objectives include understanding core biological systems and mechanisms, exploring key scientific experiments and discoveries, and developing scientific problem-solving skills. Upon completion, you will not only grasp the tapestry of life at the microscopic level but also cultivate the analytical mindset of a budding biologist. This course teaches students the art of creative problem-solving through the scientific method. Engaging assessments equip students with the skills to think through life’s complexity effectively. Upon completing the course, students will receive a Skill Badge in Creative Problem Solving, which signifies their ability to approach multifaceted issues, widely in demand across a variety of professional contexts.

BUS101X Management Principles

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Course Description:  Step into the world of management and learn how to lead people, projects, and organizations toward success. This foundational course introduces key management concepts, including planning, organizing, and leading. You'll explore decision-making strategies, motivation theories, leadership styles, organizational structures, and ethical considerations. Through real-world simulations and critical discussion, you’ll develop the tools to manage teams, foster innovation, and adapt in today’s dynamic business landscape.

BUS102X Marketing Principles

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Course Description: In the digital age, Marketing is how you communicate with and understand customers. Learn to think strategically, create confidently, and communicate like a marketer. This dynamic, practical, and application-focused course introduces students to the foundational principles of modern marketing. From branding and market segmentation to digital outreach and ethical strategy, students will explore how marketers build value, shape perceptions, and drive growth. Projects, discussions, and hands-on activities will develop both analytical and creative skills. By course end, students will be equipped to plan and design a fully integrated marketing campaign with a compelling brand message, clear performance metrics, and a clear digital component. 

Instructional Materials: Albrecht, M. G., Green, M. C., & Hoffman, L. M. (2023). Principles of Marketing. Houston, TX: OpenStax.

BUS130X Business Communication

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: Master the language of business by developing essential communication skills used across today’s professional environments. 

This dynamic course covers:

• Business writing
• Oral presentations
• Audience awareness
• Interpersonal strategies
• Persuasive messaging

You’ll learn how to compose and deliver clear, professional, and purposeful communication across multiple formats, using real-world case studies and scenarios. By the end of the course, you’ll confidently present ideas, craft compelling written reports, and adapt your message to diverse audiences and business settings.

Course Materials: 

LibreTexts. (2020). Effective business communication

Various texts and videos are provided in the course. 

BUS131X Business Ethics

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course explores the ethical foundations of commerce through the lens of Torah, halachah, and Jewish moral thought. Using classical and contemporary sources, students will examine real-world business dilemmas involving honesty, labor, advertising, and competition. The goal is to cultivate a business mindset rooted in dignity, fairness, and Kiddush Hashem.

Instructional Materials: Tamari, Meir. With All Your Possessions: Jewish Ethics and Economic Life. Maggid (Koren Publishers), 2014. ISBN‑10: 1592643116 · ISBN‑13: 9781592643110. In addition, various texts and videos are provided in the course

BUS202X Human Resources

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Course Description: What if you could step into the role of an HR consultant at a fast-growing tech company—solving real challenges, shaping workplace culture, and making decisions that impact hundreds of employees? That’s exactly what this course offers. Instead of memorizing theories, you’ll apply HR strategies to real-world scenarios based on NovaTech Solutions, a rapidly expanding digital products company. Each “learning skill” is a hands-on challenge: you’ll design a recruitment plan, simulate interviews, build compensation and retention strategies, craft ethical guidelines, and even create a full training program from the ground up. Along the way, you’ll explore how HR professionals use technology, data, and AI—while grappling with big questions of fairness, transparency, and culture. Every assignment is designed to be authentic, AI-resistant, and portfolio-ready, so by the end of the course, you won’t just know HR—you’ll be able to do HR.

Instructional Materials: Human Resource Management. (2025, August). LibreTexts.

BUS210X Business Technologies

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BUS220X Business Law

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Course Description:

Step into the world where law meets business and learn to navigate it confidently. This dynamic course looks at the legal forces shaping American commerce today. You’ll explore everything from how contracts are created and enforced to how major corporations are held accountable for fraud, unfair competition, and deceptive practices. You'll also debate product liability, dissect high-profile antitrust cases, and analyze how government regulations and agencies, such as the FTC, impact daily business operations.

Whether you're headed for a career in business, law, entrepreneurship, or public service, this course empowers you with the legal fluency to lead, protect your interests, and make wise, ethical decisions. Through real-world case studies, practical simulations, and interactive discussions, you'll understand the law and learn how to use it. 

By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to tackle real challenges in business law with sharp reasoning, critical analysis, and a clear sense of how law drives the marketplace.

Instructional Material:

Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

BUS231X Organizational Behavior

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description:

Unlock the secrets of what makes organizations thrive. In this hands-on course, you’ll master the art of leading teams, motivating performance, and turning workplace conflict into opportunity. Dive into real-world case studies, negotiate like a pro, and design strategies that drive results. Whether you’re heading for management, HR, or entrepreneurship, this course gives you the skills to lead with confidence and impact.

Instructional Material: 

Openstax | Organizational Behavior 

Credit Number: 3

Pre-requisites: None

BUS240X Financial Management

Pre-Requisites: MATH102 College Algebra I
MATH110 College Algebra II

Course Description: What drives smart business decisions? In Principles of Finance, you’ll learn how financial thinking shapes everything from daily operations to long-term strategy. 

This course introduces you to the core tools and concepts of finance—how companies manage money, evaluate risk, and decide when and how to invest. You’ll start with the fundamentals: time value of money, interest rates, and financial instruments. Using Excel, you’ll build models to analyze loans, bonds, and investment opportunities.

As you progress, you’ll explore how companies raise capital, balance risk and return, and decide which projects to pursue. The course also covers working capital, forecasting, and the financial challenges businesses face as they grow. Real-world examples and company case studies keep the learning relevant and applied. By the end, you’ll know how to interpret financial data, make informed decisions, and explain financial strategies with confidence. Whether you're planning a business career, launching your own venture, or simply want to make smarter financial choices, this course gives you a solid foundation and the tools to move forward.

Instructional Materials: Dahlquist, J. , & Knight, R. (2022). Principles of Finance. Houston, TX: OpenStax, Rice University.

BUS310X Advanced Marketing (Digital)

Pre-Requisites: MATH202 Statistics

Course description: This comprehensive and hands-on course is designed to equip you with the tools, strategies, and mindset necessary to thrive in today’s fast-paced digital marketing environment. You will gain theoretical understanding of the internet marketplace that is necessary to adapt to its many changes, while also equipping you with the skills you’ll need to perform vital daily functions. By the end of the course, you will be able to walk into any company with an online presence and improve its digital marketing performance.

Instructional Material:
▪️Larson, J., & Draper, S. (2019). Digital marketing essentials: A comprehensive digital marketing textbook. Stukent.
▪️Stukent Digital Marketing Simternship® (Access provided through course platform)

BUS320X Healthcare Management

Pre-Requisites: BUS231 Organizational Behavior

Course Description: 

Step into the fast-paced world of healthcare leadership. In Fundamentals of Healthcare Administration, you won’t just study theories; you’ll explore how hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities actually work. From navigating regulations to improving patient experiences, this course equips you with the insights and tools to think like a healthcare administrator. Through real-world cases, applied projects, and interactive assessments, you’ll learn how to connect big-picture strategy with day-to-day operations. Whether your goal is to lead teams, analyze policy, or design innovative care models, this course will give you the foundation to make a real impact in one of today’s most critical industries.

Instructional Material: 

Howell, D., Hamilton, W., & Jordan, M. (2025). Fundamentals of Healthcare Administration. University of North Georgia Press.

BUS330X AI Strategy

Pre-Requisites: CPT240 Smart Systems

Course Description: Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it is a defining force shaping how businesses compete, operate, and grow. This course equips students to design and implement AI strategies that deliver measurable business value. Through applied frameworks, industry case studies, and hands-on projects, students will learn how to align AI initiatives with organizational goals, identify and prioritize opportunities, build scalable technology stacks, and address challenges of governance, compliance, and change management. By the end of this course, students will not only understand the building blocks of an AI-ready enterprise but also produce a comprehensive AI Strategy Blueprint for a chosen company, bridging the gap between ambition and execution.

Instructional Materials: 
▪️Marr, B. (2025). AI Strategy: Unleash the Power of Artificial Intelligence in Your Business. Kogan Page.
▪️Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

BUS401X Principles of Entrepreneurship

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Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the entrepreneurial mindset, process, and practices. Students will explore how entrepreneurs identify opportunities, evaluate business ideas, design sustainable models, and launch ventures. Emphasis is placed on creativity, innovation, market research, financing, and strategic planning.

Throughout the course, students will create and refine their own entrepreneurial idea through hands-on exercises and mentorship, master the art of pitching, learn how to establish a legal structure, explore the role of emerging technologies, and apply their concept across key business frameworks.

By the end of the course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of the full entrepreneurial journey—from concept to market launch—while applying the tools and frameworks used by successful founders.

Instructional Materials: Laverty, M., & Littel, C. (2020).Entrepreneurship. OpenStax, Rice University/Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

BUS410X Business Analytics

Pre-Requisites: BUS210 Business Technologies
MATH202 Statistics

Course Description: Turn data into action. This course teaches you how to collect, interpret, and visualize business data to make smart, evidence-based decisions. Learn key tools such as Excel, SQL, and data dashboards, while exploring how analytics drive performance, strategy, and innovation across various industries.

Instruction Material:
▪️Davis, B. (n.d.). Business analytics: Data Analysis and Storytelling for Business. Stukent.
▪️Stukent Business Analytics Simulation (Access provided through course platform)

BUS440X Strategic Management

Pre-Requisites: BUS231 Organizational Behavior

Course Description: This capstone course brings together everything you’ve learned in business—marketing, finance, operations, leadership—to tackle real-world strategic challenges. You’ll learn how to analyze industries, assess competitive advantage, and craft strategies that position organizations for long-term success. Through a comprehensive simulation, students develop the decision-making and critical thinking skills needed to lead at the highest level.

Instructional Materials: CAPSIM. (n.d.). CAPSIM business simulation [Simulation software]; Kennedy, R. (Ed.). (n.d.). Strategic Management [Adapted textbook]. Virginia Tech Libraries.

CHEM101X Curiosity with Compounds: Creative Problem-Solving Skills Through Chemistry

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description

This course introduces foundational principles of chemistry through a conceptual, applied, and inquiry-driven approach. Emphasizing atomic structure, bonding, chemical reactions, energy, gases, solutions, acids and bases, redox processes, and organic chemistry, students explore how matter behaves and transforms at the molecular level. Rather than focusing on rote memorization, the course prioritizes scientific reasoning, model-building, data interpretation, and real-world application. Students engage with chemistry as a problem-solving discipline that explains everyday phenomena, industrial processes, environmental issues, and biological systems. 

Instructional Material

Ball, D. W. (2015). Beginning chemistry. LibreTexts.https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_Chemistry/Beginning_Chemistry_(Ball)

Additional instructional materials include instructor-created videos, simulations (e.g., PhET), interactive activities, and multimedia resources.

CHEM101X Curiosity with Compounds: Creative Problem-Solving Skills Through Chemistry

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description: This course teaches creative problem-solving skills essential in various fields and workplace environments. Through hands-on exploration of chemical processes and experiments, students learn to think beyond boundaries, find innovative solutions, and adapt to new information creatively. 

The course covers basic concepts and subjects like thermodynamics, chemical reactions, and organic chemistry, applying them in real-world contexts. Upon successful completion, students receive a Skill Badge in Creative Problem Solving.

Course Materials: Various texts, videos, and audio clips are provided in the course. 

COMM201X - Inspiration and Expression: Visual Communication through Jewish Art

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course explores the intersection of Jewish art and visual communication. Learn about the adaptation and integration of Jewish art into various cultural contexts, highlighting its role in personalizing environments and expressing national, cultural, and religious identity. Students will engage with the core aspects of Jewish art and practical applications in design, illustration, and photography, enhancing visual communication skills through hands-on Canva projects. Completing the course grants a Skill Badge in Visual Communication, ideal for art enthusiasts, aspiring designers, or anyone interested in cultural creativity and visual expression.

Instructional Material: Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

COMM260X Powering the Prompt: Leveraging AI for creative marketing

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: Explore the transformative potential of generative AI, an innovative technology capable of automating tasks and enhancing productivity. This course focuses on practical applications in marketing, equipping you with essential skills and insights to leverage generative AI tools effectively. Through hands-on projects and real-world examples, you'll learn to generate compelling content and optimize workflows, ensuring impactful results in today's digital landscape. Upon completion, students receive a Skill Badge in Prompt Engineering.

Required Technology: Computer, internet, ChatGPT Account

CPT103X Computer Applications

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: In this course, students will explore fundamental and advanced functionalities of key software applications, including Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and relational databases. They will develop proficiency in creating professional documents, compelling presentations, and data-driven spreadsheets. Through hands-on practice, students will also gain expertise in advanced Excel functions, and database management.

Instructional Materials:

All texts, videos, and audio clips are provided in the course. 

CPT105X Management Information Systems

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description:  This course, an introduction to computer systems for non-majors, is an excellent overview of all aspects of technology. Students will learn about current information on everything from the digital space to artificial intelligence. Students will cover various topics and become familiar with the entire technology landscape in today’s world.  

Instructional Material: Campbell, Ciampa, Clemens, Freund, Frydenberg, Hooper, Buffalo, West. Technology for Success, 2nd Edition (Cengage 2025).

CPT111X Programming in JAVA I

Pre-Requisites: CPT105 Management Information Systems
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description: This course provides the beginning programmer with a guide to developing applications using the Java programming language. Java is popular among professional programmers because it can be used to build visually interesting graphical user interface (GUI) and Web-based applications. Java also provides an excellent environment for the beginning programmer—a student can quickly build useful programs while learning the basics of structured and object-oriented programming techniques.

Book Requirements: Introduction to Java Programming and Data Structures, Comprehensive Version, 12th edition, Y Daniel Liang, 2019, Pearson. 

CPT121X Web Development I

Pre-Requisites: CPT105 Management Information Systems
CPT111 Programming in Java I
CPT212 Programming in Python
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

CPT210X Database Management

Pre-Requisites: CPT105 Management Information Systems
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description: This course will give students a solid foundation in database design and implementation. It provides in-depth coverage of database design, demonstrating that the key to successful database implementation is in proper design of databases to fit within a larger strategic view of the data environment. Topics covered include: using C++/Java to develop Web-based database applications, as well as relational data model, SQL and manipulating relational data; applications programming for relational databases; physical characteristics of databases; achieving performance and reliability with database systems; object-oriented and distributed information systems.

Book Requirements: Nenad Jukic, Susan Vrbsky, Svetlozar Nestorov, Abhishek Sharma. Database Systems: Introduction to Databases, and Data Warehouses, 2nd Edition. Ebook: ISBN 978-1-943153-67-1 Paperback: ISBN 978-1-943153-68-8

CPT230X Web Development III

Pre-Requisites: CPT105 Management Information Systems
CPT121 Web Development I
CPT210 Database Management
CPT222 Web Development II
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description: This advanced web development course builds on Web Development I and II. In this course, students will learn how to use advanced web development technologies such as REACT, ES6 modules, web packs, and other Java Script and web development frameworks. This course ends with a final website project that brings all the different elements studied together

CPT240X - Smart Systems: Navigating the World of AI

Pre-Requisites: CPT105 Management Information Systems
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI), focusing on essential skills to understand and engage with AI technologies. Students will explore AI fundamentals, including machine learning, neural networks, and natural language processing, along with practical applications and ethical considerations. The course emphasizes AI ethics, preparing students to address social and ethical implications. Upon completion, students will earn a Skill Badge in AI Literacy. Through engaging lectures, hands-on projects, and real-world examples, this course makes AI accessible to all, equipping students, professionals, and AI enthusiasts with the knowledge and skills to participate in the AI-driven future.

Course Materials:  Artificial Intelligence for Business, 2nd Edition. Doug Rose. Pearson. ISBN: 978136556619

CPT322X Cloud Computing

Pre-Requisites: CPT105 Management Information Systems
CPT210 Database Management
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description:  This course is your launchpad into the world of cloud computing, combining essential technical knowledge with hands-on experience. Explore the key building blocks of the cloud—including architecture, virtualization, containerization, storage, networking, security, and governance—while unpacking ethical issues and comparing major platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.  

CPT401X Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Pre-Requisites: CPT105 Management Information Systems
CPT210 Database Management
CPT240 Smart Systems
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description: 

Cybersecurity Fundamentals is a comprehensive course designed to introduce the core principles of cybersecurity and its critical role in protecting digital systems. In an era where cyber threats continue to evolve, understanding security concepts, risk management, and defense strategies is essential for anyone involved in IT, business, or technology-related fields.

This course will explore the key aspects of cybersecurity, including threat intelligence, security architectures, operational security, and risk management. Through practical examples and real-world applications, students will gain the knowledge necessary to understand cybersecurity principles and apply them in various scenarios.

CPT411X Advanced Cybersecurity

Pre-Requisites: CPT401 Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description: This course provides students with advanced, hands-on training in the principles and practices of cybersecurity analysis. Designed to align with the CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst) certification objectives, the course emphasizes the skills needed to proactively detect, investigate, and respond to threats across complex IT environments.

Students will develop real-world expertise in cybersecurity operations through the use of industry-standard tools and methods. They will learn how to identify vulnerabilities, analyze behavioral indicators, assess organizational risks, and respond to security events in accordance with established frameworks and procedures. The course is lab-focused, preparing students for careers in security operations centers (SOCs), threat intelligence, and incident response teams.

While aligned with the CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) certification, this course is designed to develop deeper analytical thinking and professional-level skills whether or not students pursue certification.

CPT450X Systems Analysis

Pre-Requisites: CPT105 Management Information Systems
CPT210 Database Management
CPT240 Smart Systems
CPT401 Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Foundations
MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description: This course presents the latest systems development methods, tools, and techniques. This course concentrates on the fundamentals of systems design, analysis of information requirements, and the analysis process. Students learn prototyping, how to manage projects and use CASE and OOM tools. Students will be able to, upon completing this course, analyze a problematic system and design a solution.

Instructional Materials: 

Kendall, Kenneth E. and Kendall Julie E. Systems Analysis and Design 10^th Ed. Pearson 2019.

Print ISBN: 9780134785554, 013478555X

eText ISBN: 9780134817361, 0134817362

CPT470X Java II

Pre-Requisites: CPT111 Programming in Java I
Foundations

Introduction to Java Programming and Data Structures, Comprehensive Version, 12th edition, Y Daniel Liang, 2019, Pearson.

eTextbook: 9780137554768

Paperback: 978-0136520238

ECON101X Money in Motion: Mastering Decisions with Economics

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: Students will look at economics from a real-world perspective and not as an academic exercise. In formal terms:  Economics supplies us with analytical tools that help us make sense of the world. After completing this course, students will understand that economics is the study of why governments and people behave in various ways as a result of multiple factors that are in play in their everyday lives. On a broad level, we will cover topics that will help you better understand and evaluate different areas of economics. The course covers both private and public sectors, monetary and fiscal policies, and vital elements of both micro- and macro-economics. Students will learn to analyze choices, plan for the future, and navigate economic uncertainty. Upon successful completion, students will awarded a Skill Badge in Financial Decision Making. This certificate can transform personal finances, professional advancement, and aspiring entrepreneurs by empowering them to make sound decisions about savings, investments, budgeting, and financial planning.

EDU101X Introduction to the Teaching Profession

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description: This course, along with Careers in Education will provide you with an overview of the skills and knowledge needed to be a successful early childhood educator and will also lead you through a personal journey to develop your philosophy of education. Along the way, you will explore other aspects of education such as theories of learning, classroom management and teaching strategies and the importance of addressing student needs.

EDU102X Applied Learning Theories

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description: Educational psychology is a branch of psychology concerned with understanding and improving how students acquire various capabilities through formal instruction in classroom settings. Educational psychology is a scientific discipline that uses psychological concepts and research methods to understand how the different characteristics of students, teachers, learning tasks, and academic settings interact to produce everyday learning behaviors. This course aims to offer a range of selected educational theorists, examine and critique their ideas, highlight links with other key thinkers, and consider how these theories can be applied in practice.

Instructional Materials: Provided within the course. 

EDU201X Schools: Their Structure & Purposes

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description:

EDU202X Educational Psychology

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description:  This course is designed to help students understand the factors that affect teaching and learning from the perspective of educational psychology and explains how you can use various psychological theories, concepts, and principles to become an effective classroom teacher. 

Instructional Materials:  Snowman, Jack and McCown, Rick (2015). Psychology Applied to Teaching. ISBN-13: 978-1-285-73455-2; ISBN-10: 1-285-73455-6

EDU230X Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description: This course provides an overview of the field of early childhood education, exploring the theoretical foundations, principles, and practices that support the development and learning of young children from birth to age 8. Students will examine early childhood education's historical and philosophical foundations, current research and best practices, curriculum design, teaching strategies, and assessment Utilizing both NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and DAP (Developmentally Appropriate Practice) standards. This course will provide valuable insights that answer the What, Who, Why, Where, and How of early childhood education. Topics, including Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Play-based learning, Cultural and Individual Diversity, Family and Community Engagement, and Early Childhood Policy and Advocacy, will be explored. Through readings, discussions, and hands-on activities, students will gain a deep understanding of early childhood education's critical role in shaping our society's future.

Instructional Materials: Foundations and Best Practices in Early Childhood Education: History, Theories, and Approaches to Learning" (4th edition) by Lissanna Follari 

EDU231X Empowering Exceptional Learners: Understanding Disabilities and Advocacy in Education

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description:

Discover the essential knowledge and skills to support exceptional learners in this interactive and comprehensive course. Designed for aspiring educators, this course provides an in-depth exploration of the 13 federally recognized disability categories, focusing on their characteristics, unique needs, and implications for learning and development. Students will gain insights into evidence-based instructional strategies and the legal and historical frameworks that shape special education policies. You’ll also explore the educator’s role as an advocate, emphasizing collaboration with families, interdisciplinary teams, and community organizations. Through engaging discussions, case studies, and reflective exercises, students will develop a solid foundation for understanding and supporting learners with disabilities across a variety of educational and community contexts.

🔹Discussion Board

🔹Online Videos

🔹Online Resources

 🔹Online Lectures

EDU301X Learning & Development in Early Childhood Education

Pre-Requisites: EDU230 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Course Description: This course, along with EDUC 302 Curriculum Development, provides you with skills and knowledge of child development to plan developmentally appropriate learning activities for early childhood education. In this class, you will be introduced to the concept of developmentally appropriate practice, as well as the concepts of assessment, guidance, planning, and assessing learning activities in several domains of learning and in small and large group settings. You will also be introduced to the concept of learning objectives and their use in planning and assessing student success in achieving high-level learning goals.

Instructional Materials: Kostelnik, Marjorie J. Developmentally appropriate curriculum in action ISBN-13: 978-0-13-705807-5

EDU302X Curriculum Development for Early Childhood Education

Pre-Requisites: EDU102 Applied Learning Theories
EDU230 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Course Description: Along with Learning and Development, this course provides you with the skills and knowledge to plan developmentally appropriate learning activities for early childhood education.  In this course, you will advance beyond planning learning activities based on learning objectives. You will practice planning and assessing theme-based curriculum, learning centers, play activities, and integrating multiple learning domains when planning curriculum.

Instructional Materials: Beaver, Nancy H., Skinner, Wyatt, Susan., Jackman, Hilda L. Early Education Curriculum: A Child’s Connection to the World. COPYRIGHT © 2018, 2015 Cengage Learning ISBN: 978-1-305-96063-3

EDU310X Positive Child Guidance in Early Childhood Education

Pre-Requisites: EDU202 Educational Psychology

Course Description:  This course covers child guidance which is the very challenging process of establishing and maintaining responsible, productive, and cooperative behavior in children. Families and early educators must devote a great deal of time, effort, and persistence to help children become considerate and self-disciplined members of society. Knowledge of the natural stages of child development is important for guiding students through this process of maturing. To help students develop the skills and knowledge they need this course aims to address the following:  

• Goals for children and an overview of theories of learning and child development.

• How to value children by observing, recognizing, and understanding their unique qualities.

• How to prevent problems by planning developmentally appropriate (DAP) settings, building strong relationships, and supporting moral and social development.

• Practical details on learning how to ignore, redirect, or intervene in inappropriate behavior and address the mistaken goals underlying persistent unproductive behavior.

Instructional Materials: Positive Child Guidance  Darla Ferris Miller ISBN: 978-0-357-62530-9 9th Edition | Copyright 2023

EDU321X Nurturing Communication, Language, and Literacy for Young Children with Special Needs

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Course Description: Unlock the magic of early language and literacy development in this dynamic and interactive course designed for educators working with diverse learners in early childhood settings. This course immerses students in creative, evidence-based approaches to fostering foundational skills in oral language, emergent literacy, and early reading and writing. Through hands-on projects, case studies, and engaging activities, students will explore strategies for creating inclusive, culturally responsive environments that inspire curiosity and support all learners, including those with developmental delays and language challenges. Special emphasis is placed on play-based learning, interactive storytelling, and real-world applications that spark joy and lay the foundation for lifelong success. By the end of this course, students will have a practical toolkit to transform their classrooms into thriving hubs of language and literacy exploration.

EDU331X Curriculum Development in Special Education

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Course Description: This course provides curriculum developers with essential information relevant to all children, including those with a variety of special needs and their families, as well as information about the disabilities themselves and strategies for planning for children in inclusive settings.  

This course will prepare students to respond with interventions for children who are not learning within the general educational curriculum and to assist in the diagnostic process for children who may require specialized instruction or special education.  It provides prospective educators with a foundation to work from, enabling them to include children with special needs while developing expertise on the particular children in their classroom. You will gain essential teaching insights on planning, adapting, and individualizing curriculum, as well as reflecting on your practice. 

Text: Inclusive Early Childhood Education: Development, Resources, and Practice Penny Low Deiner,  ISBN-13: 978-1-111-83715-0 or ISBN-10: 1-111-83715-5. Sixth Edition Copyright 201

Instructional Materials:

Discussion Boards 

Lectures 

Online Videos 

Online Resources

EDU341X Education Management in Inclusive Classrooms

Pre-Requisites:

 In this class, you will advance beyond planning learning activities based on learning objectives and learn a preventive approach to behavior management.  

Instructional Materials:

Main text: Scheuermann, B. K., Hall, J. A., & Billingsley, G. M. (2023). Positive behavioral supports for the classroom (4th ed.). Pearson.

Various texts and videos are also provided in the course.

EDU401X Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood

Pre-Requisites: EDU230 Introduction to Early Childhood Education
PSYC201 Developmental Psychology

Course Description: This is an introductory methods course in early childhood language and literacy development. Students explore the development of language from birth to age 8 and learn effective strategies for promoting language and literacy in the early childhood years. Students will plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities to support language development for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children.

Instructional Materials:  Early Childhood Experiences in Language Arts: Early Literacy
Jeanne M. Machado 11th Edition Copyright 2016 ISBN 978-1-305-08893-1

EDU402X Early Intervention for Young Children with Special Needs and their Families

Pre-Requisites: EDU230 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Course Description: This course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to teacher candidates in the educational policies, programs, practices, and services provided through early intervention and preschool discretionary programs to young children who are disabled or at risk for developmental delays and disabilities. This course will provide teacher candidates with a broad understanding of important theoretical and philosophical foundations, including evidence-based decision-making, developmentally appropriate practices, cultural responsiveness, and activity-based intervention. This course will prepare teacher candidates to understand and appreciate the complex developmental issues and interdisciplinary service needs of young children with special needs and will gain a firm understanding of the complex field of EI-ECSE. In addition, the role of the family in the planning and implementing embedded intervention strategies and techniques for establishing positive relationships while working with families and communities as partners will be stressed.

Instructional Materials:  Cook, Ruth E., Klein, M. Diane, Chen, Deborah (2019) Adapting Early Childhood Curricula for Children with Disabilities and Special Needs, Pearson Education, (10th edition). Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. ISBN: 0135204453, 9780135204450

EDU410X Assessment in Early Childhood Special Education: Tools and Strategies for Young Children in Inclusive Settings

Pre-Requisites:

Course Description:

Welcome to “Assessment in Early Childhood Special Education: Tools and Strategies for Young Children in Inclusive Settings”. In this course, you’ll explore the critical role assessments play in supporting the development of young children with disabilities, Birth-age 6.  Assessments are not just about collecting data—they are essential tools that help us understand the why, what, and when of evaluating children's progress. You’ll learn how assessments guide decision-making, inform interventions, and provide a clearer picture of a child's development across multiple domains.

As we delve into the world of assessments, you’ll examine the purpose behind different tools—from developmental screenings to observational techniques and family-centered evaluations. You will explore how and when these tools are used in real-world settings to evaluate a child's strengths, challenges, and progress. Through case studies and real-world examples, you’ll gain practical experience in interpreting assessment results, understanding their implications, and using them to shape educational strategies.

By the end of the course, you’ll not only be equipped to choose and apply appropriate assessment tools but also understand the broader context of how these tools support effective interventions. This is an interactive and hands-on learning experience that emphasizes the ethical and practical applications of assessments in improving outcomes for children with disabilities.

Let’s embark on a journey where assessments are viewed as a powerful tool for understanding children’s needs and unlocking their full potential.

Instructional Materials

Hernandez, S. J. (2020). Assessment in Early Childhood Special Education (8th ed.). VitalSource.

The digital eText is available via the VitalSource platform. Access instructions are provided in Moodle.

Various texts, videos, and audio clips are provided in the course.

ENGL101X Words that Work: Precise and Effective Written Communication

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ENGL111X Mining for Meaning: Analytical Thinking Through Literature

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

ENSC101X Examining the Environment: Creative Problem-Solving with Environmental Science

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course introduces students to the basic principles of environmental science and how natural systems interact with human activity. Students will explore key topics such as molecules essential to life, population growth, ecosystems, energy use, the atmosphere, water properties, the hydrologic cycle, and pollution. Through readings, videos, discussions, and hands-on activities, students will learn how matter and energy move through Earth’s systems and how human choices affect air, water, and land.

Course Materials: Various texts, videos, and audio clips are provided in the course. Students are required to purchase a water testing kit, which will be used to complete a hands-on investigation of household water quality.

ENSC101X - Examining the Environment: Creative Problem-Solving with Environmental Science

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course teaches students about our planet. It covers the energy scene, examining the pros and cons of both nonrenewable and renewable energy. A significant component of the course focuses on the layers above us in the sky and provides insights into pollution, both indoors and outdoors; the use of water resources is also explored. Upcycling and other ways to make the environment cleaner are also discussed in depth.

Course Materials: Various texts, videos, and audio clips are provided in the course. 

GOVT101X Making Minds Meet: Conflict & Mediation Understood Through US Government

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course explores United States politics and government, its branches, citizens' roles, and policymaking while emphasizing conflict resolution and mediation. It focuses on promoting understanding of social, economic, and political issues. Upon completion, students will receive a Skill Badge in Conflict Resolution and Mediation, demonstrating their proficiency in navigating complex situations with collaborative grace and effectiveness in personal and professional development.

Instructional Material: Provided in the course

HEBR101X Hebrew Conversation

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HIST101X Forensic History: Research Skills Through the American story

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course teaches students the essential skills of conducting research. It covers the full scope of American history, from its inception to its evolution into a global powerhouse. Students learn to apply thinking skills (such as causation, comparison, context, continuity, and change), conduct research in primary and secondary sources, and present their findings effectively. Upon successful completion, they will receive a Skill Badge in Research, which is valuable in various future aspects, including academic excellence and professional development.

Instructional Material: Various texts and videos are provided in the course. 

HIST150X Journeys in Jewish History: Themes Across Time

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course invites students to trace the long arc of Jewish history, from the age of the patriarchs to the modern world. It is a story of a people sustained by faith and thought, scattered yet bound by memory and law. We follow the growth of Torah study as the heart of Jewish life, the trials of exile and assimilation, the sting of persecution, and the communities that built schools, synagogues, and markets wherever they dwelled. In the end, students will not only study the Jewish past but also see how it still speaks to life today.

Instructional Materials:

Berel Wein, Patterns in Jewish History: Insights into the Past, Present and Future of the Eternal People (Maggid Books, 2011)

HIST420X Leadership through Adversity: Lessons in Heroism from the Holocaust

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course explores the stories of Jewish leadership during the Holocaust, focusing on resilience, ethical dilemmas, and inspiring leaders. It provides historical insights and practical leadership strategies, allowing students to understand the power of resilience, ethical decision-making, empathy, adaptability, and the ability to inspire others. The course also highlights the importance of these qualities. By learning from the experiences of those who led with courage and conviction during the Holocaust, students can develop a profound understanding of leadership qualities highly valued in any context. Upon completing the course, students are awarded a Skill Badge in Leadership. 

Instructional Material: Esther Farbstein, Hidden in Thunder: Perspectives on Faith, Halachah, and Leadership during the Holocaust (Jerusalem: Mossad HaRav Kook, 2007), in two volumes.

JLAW301X Hilchos Shabbos

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Course Description: An in-depth look at the essence of melachos (prohibited activities on Shabbos).  To understand the melachos and hilchos Shabbos, we will use Biblical verses, the Talmud, halachic rulings of the medieval and contemporary commentaries, and the final halacha as it applies today.  The main topics covered are cooking and reheating food on Shabbos, benefitting from a prohibited activity on Shabbos, and the melachos  of dosh (grinding), memachek (erasing), sechita (wringing), melaben (washing), and kotev (writing).

JPHL101X Fundamentals of Jewish Thought

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Course Description: This course is an introduction to the basics of Jewish philosophy. Fundamentals of Jewish Thought analyzes the tenets of Jewish faith and belief including Rambam's (Maimonides’) Thirteen Principles of Faith. Other central elements to the Jewish religion are explored as well including the purpose of mitzvos, prayer, interpersonal relationships, and bitachon.

JPHL102X The Ethical Professional: Moral Compass for the Workplace

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course examines the fundamentals of Jewish ethics by addressing three interconnected questions: What exactly is Jewish ethics? What exactly is the purpose of Jewish ethics? Lastly, how does one apply Jewish ethics in their daily lives? Throughout the course, using Orchos Tzaddikim as our guide and additional explanatory multimedia, with Halachic, Mussar, or Chassidic sources, we examine how one’s role in the world in relation to other people is inseparable from one’s duties to Hashem in terms of thought, speech, and action (Tzelem Elokim). We gain that understanding by examining key concepts and characteristics, such as shalom, anavah, ahavah, emes, chessed, the importance of tzedakah, and the main principles of business ethics. 

JPHL121X Tishrei to Shevat

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Course Description: A comprehensive study of the Jewish calendar from the month of Tishrei until Shevat. The course will survey the various holidays and important calendar dates throughout these months, highlighting philosophical ideas, laws, and customs that apply during these times of the year.

Instructional Materials: The Book of our Heritage, Vol. One, Eliyahu Kitov

JPHL200X Introduction to the Oral Tradition

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Course Description: An evaluation of the Oral Law transmission, starting with Moshe and continuing until the current era. In assessing the dissemination of the Oral Law throughout Jewish history, the course analyzes relevant personalities, time periods, Torah works, and locations.  

Instructional Material: 

The Foundation of Judaism, Rabbi Akiva Aronson- Provided in Course 

JPHL330X Chassidic Thought on the Parsha

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Course Description: Over the last 200 years, the insights of the great Chassidic masters have helped us to uncover more profound understandings of the Torah that have enhanced our ability to serve Hashem and develop ourselves. This course focuses on the weekly Torah portions in the Books of Breishit (Genesis) and Shemot (Exodus).  Rabbi Reichman analyzes one or two topics within each Torah portion based on the book of Chassidic discourses, the Shem Mishmuel, written by the Chassidic Rebbe, HaRav Shmuel Borenstein זצ"ל, the second Sochatchover Rebbe, and its English commentary, Living the Chassidic Legacy - Lessons Based on the SHem Mishmuel, by Rav Herschel Reichman שליט"א. 

This course deepens one’s understanding of the themes presented in Breishit and Shemot by discussing the narratives and synthesizing them with the comments of the Midrash, the Talmud, and Hasidic thought. The concepts presented are then connected to contemporary life, and the students can apply the lessons of the Torah to modern-day issues and challenges.

Course Materials: Rav Hershel Reichman, Living the Chassidic Legacy: Lessons based on Shem Mishmuel (2022)

JPHL410X Tefillah

Pre-Requisites: JPHL101 Fundamentals of Jewish Thought
JPHL121 Tishrei through Shvat
JPHL200 Introduction to the Oral Tradition

Course Description: An evaluation of the fundamentals of prayer, including the various forms of prayer, as well as how prayer relates to the general service of Hashem. Pesukei Dezimra, Shema, and Shemoneh Esrei will be studied along with the lessons that can be learned from the different required prayers recited throughout the day.

Instructional Materials: Rabbi Schwab on Prayer

MATH102X Mastering Models: Data Visualization and Modeling with College Algebra

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of algebra. Students will learn to interpret and represent data using various visualization techniques and apply algebraic methods to model real-world scenarios. Upon completion, students will earn a Skills Badge in Data Visualization and Modeling, showcasing their proficiency in these essential areas.

Materials: Gary Rockswold, College Algebra with Modeling & Visualization (6th Edition), a Pearson interactive textbook. 

MATH110X Algebraic Reasoning and Concepts

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description:

This course provides an in-depth introduction to the core concepts, methods, and applications of algebra as a foundational tool for reasoning and modeling in the sciences and applied fields. Students develop algebraic fluency and conceptual understanding through a systematic study of real numbers, linear and nonlinear relationships, and the structures that connect equations, graphs, and data.

Major topics include real numbers and algebraic expressions; linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables; systems of equations; relations and functions; operations with and factoring of polynomials; quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions; conic sections; and sequences and series. Each topic emphasizes the use of algebraic methods to describe, analyze, and predict real-world phenomena.

Students engage in hands-on problem solving, guided practice, and data interpretation using symbolic, numerical, and graphical approaches. 

Each Learning Skill includes clear explanations, illustrative examples, and scaffolded exercises to reinforce understanding. Optional practice problems, full solutions, video demonstrations, and Skill Challenges support both mastery and independent exploration.

This comprehensive, accessible course is suitable for students with diverse mathematical backgrounds and prepares them for success in advanced mathematics, business analytics, and health or science coursework.

Instructional Materials:

The textbook for this course is Bondurant, L. (Cope). College Algebra. This text covers all course topics and, together with its accompanying resources, provides a deep yet practical approach to learning the material. All practice problems include provided answers.

MATH200X Introductory Statistics

Pre-Requisites: Foundations
MATH101 Everyday Math
MATH102 College Algebra I
MATH110 College Algebra II

Course Description:

This course introduces students to the core ideas of statistics with an emphasis on conceptual understanding and statistical reasoning. Students learn how data are collected, summarized, modeled, and interpreted to support decisions under uncertainty. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, random variables, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, regression, and analysis of variance.

The course uses Introductory Statistics 2e (OpenStax) as its primary text and is supported by carefully curated readings, guided explanations, and applied examples designed to strengthen intuition, address common misconceptions, and promote statistical literacy. The focus throughout the course is on understanding what statistical results mean, when methods are appropriate, and how conclusions should be evaluated in real-world contexts.

Instructional Materials: 

• Illowsky, B., & Dean, S. *Introductory Statistics 2e*. OpenStax (Rice University).
  https://openstax.org/details/books/introductory-statistics-2e

• Instructor-provided video lectures and guided walkthroughs

• Curated supplemental readings designed to clarify difficult concepts and support understanding

• Practice datasets, simulations, and applied statistical examples

• Statistical tools, calculators, and AI prompts as specified by the instructor

MATH202X Data-Driven Decisions: Statistical Analysis for Informed Decisions

Pre-Requisites: MATH102 College Algebra I

Course Description: MATH202X Statistics offers an engaging approach to understanding statistics by immersing students in interactive learning experiences. Crafted within MyLab Statistics, this course integrates textual content, multimedia elements, and assessments to create a cohesive and comprehensive learning experience. Interactive Assignments, structured around the philosophy of "read a little, watch a little, do a little," are designed for each chapter section to foster deeper comprehension and conceptual connections. This hands-on method, set in a guided, interactive learning environment, enhances students' grasp of the material, boosts retention, and helps them apply statistical concepts to real-world scenarios. Upon successful completion, students are awarded a digital badge in statistics.

Instructional Materials: Interactive Statistics: Informed Decisions Using Data by Michael Sullivan, III and George Woodbury

PSYC101X Emotional Resilience: Foundational Psychology

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Course Description: This engaging online course explores the fundamentals of psychology, including human behavior, cognition, emotion, sensation, perception, learning, family, community, workplace relationships, and mental health. It teaches students to understand emotions, cope with stress, and build positive relationships. It is not just about understanding the science of the mind but also about enhancing emotional wellbeing and upon completion, students receive a Skill Badge in Emotional Wellbeing. So whether you are new to psychology or want to brush up on old knowledge, this course will serve as a comprehensive guide, offering valuable insights into the complex nature of the human mind and behavior.

Course Materials: Various texts, videos, and audio clips are provided in the course. 

PSYC110X Principles of Memory

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Course Description: This course explores the role of memory in learning and behavior, offering a thorough overview of its components and functions. It also provides students with valuable information on how to apply their understanding of memory to enhance their learning and study skills.

Instructional Materials: Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

PSYC201X Developmental Psychology

Pre-Requisites: PSYC101 Foundational Psychology

Course Description: In this course, you will do a deep dive into the foundations of how each of us learn. This is not classroom learning, this is the learning that is done by children, through adolescence, through hundreds, even thousands, of interactions that are experienced on a daily basis. You will discuss the long-standing debate of nature vs nurture, as well as terms such as: resilience, intelligence, attachment, and personality. You will also explore fundamental theories in the field of psychology, such as: Piaget, Eriskon, Kohlberg, Vygotsky, and Skinner. These are the guideposts in the field and will lay the groundwork for future study in the field.

This course will also be instrumental for individuals who are looking to use their psychology knowledge to study family dynamics, educational practices, as well as personality development theories as well as emotional health and resiliency.

Instructional Materials: 

Christi Crosby Bergin, David Allen Bergin. Child and Adolescent Development in Your Classroom© 2015 Cengage Learning ISBN 13: 978-1-285-42734-8

PSYC202X Why Research Matters

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Course Description: Ever wonder if those viral “psych facts” online are true? In this hands-on, eye-opening course, you’ll become a research detective by digging into real data, busting myths, and discovering how psychological science works in the real world. From crafting your own research questions to designing studies, collecting data, and analyzing results, you'll learn the skills psychologists use to explore human behavior. You’ll also uncover the ethical dilemmas behind infamous experiments and learn how to do research that respects people and makes a difference. Whether you're planning a career in psychology, social work, education, or just want to think more critically about the world around you, this course will give you the tools to ask better questions, find better answers, and confidently share your discoveries. 

Instructional Materials: Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

PSYC220X Lifespan Development

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Course Description

How do people grow, learn, form relationships, make decisions, and find meaning across an entire lifetime? Why do some changes seem inevitable, while others depend on choices, environments, and support?

Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

PSYC230X Personality

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Course Description: 

Personality is what makes us unique individuals. Each person has an idiosyncratic pattern of enduring, long-term characteristics and a manner in which they interact with other individuals and the world around them. In this course, students will explore the subject of Personality which refers to the long-standing traits and patterns that propel individuals to consistently think, feel, and behave in specific ways. 

Instructional Materials:

Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

PSYC310X Thinking and Problem Solving

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Course Description:  

The course examines cognitive processes, including the storage and retrieval of information, concept formation, reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making. Students will apply their understanding of basic cognitive processes, such as perception and memory, to real-world issues related to learning and problem-solving.

Instructional Materials:  Various texts, videos, and audio clips are provided in the course. 

PSYC320X Industrial and Organizational Psychology

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Course Description:

The course provides an overview of the field of Industrial and Organizational Psychology.  The student will explore select major areas of Industrial and Organizational Psychology, including Selecting and Evaluating Employees, The Social Dimension of Work and Human Factors Psychology, and the Workplace. 

Instructional Materials:  Various texts, videos, and audio clips are provided in the course. 

PSYC330X Foundations of Social Psychology

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Course Description:

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the key principles of social psychology, emphasizing how individuals' thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are influenced by their social environment. By exploring key theories and research, we will examine how we perceive others, form views of ourselves, and how cultural contexts shape our behaviors and attitudes. The course will explore how others influence our choices, opinions, emotions, self-perceptions, and tendencies to help or harm others. Major topics include social perception, group dynamics, attitudes and persuasion, conformity, prejudice, and altruism. Emphasizing critical thinking and real-world application, students will engage in interactive activities and analyses to gain a deeper understanding of how social influences affect behavior and decision-making in everyday life.

PSYC410X Mental Disorders and their Therapies and Treatment

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Course Description

The course provides an overview of the various forms of mental illness and maladjustment. Because psychological problems can originate from various sources—biology, genetics, childhood experiences, conditioning, and sociocultural influences—psychologists have developed many different therapeutic techniques and approaches. This course will explore a selection of these disorders and the therapies used to treat them.

Instructional Materials: Various texts and videos are provided in the course. 

PSYC420X The Dynamic Brain

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Course Description:

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of neuropsychology, exploring the intricate relationship between brain function and behavior. This course covers key topics such as brain anatomy, cognitive processes like memory and decision-making, and the diagnosis and treatment of neuropsychological disorders. Through a blend of theory and practice, you'll develop not only your knowledge but also the skills necessary to apply neuropsychological principles in real-world contexts. Your journey in understanding the human mind begins here!

Instructional Materials:

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Additional Resources: Various texts and videos will be provided throughout the course to enhance your learning experience.

SOCI101X Habits of Humanity: Understanding and Impacting People through Sociology

Pre-Requisites: Foundations

Course Description: This course explores the intricate web of social behavior and structures that define our world. The course covers key topics such as culture, socialization, social institutions, and the impacts of technology, media, and globalization on everyday experiences. Upon successful completion, students will receive a Skill Badge of Social Intelligence, enabling them to analyze societal challenges and positively impact the world. It will also empower them to communicate effectively and build meaningful personal, communal, and professional networks.

Course Material: Various texts and videos are provided in the course.

TALM110X Beginner Talmud

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Course Description: In-depth study of Talmud at the introductory level: Students will analyze the text of Talmud line by line in the original Aramaic. They will focus on the grammar and structure of the Talmud while building skills to read, translate, and punctuate the text of the Talmud.

TALM210X Learning the Talmud

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Course Description: Skill-based study of Talmud at the beginner level: The beginner level incorporates the introductory course and expands on it by adding more skills and greater analysis of the text and commentaries. Students will analyze the Talmud text line by line in the original Aramaic, developing their Talmud skills. Students will study pages of a Tractate in depth through a combination of structured preparation time in a Beit Midrash setting and lecture.

TALM310X Intermediate Talmud

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Course Description: A comprehensive study of Talmud at the intermediate level. Students will read and analyze the text of the Talmud and study it using Rashi and Tosafos, medieval commentators on the Talmud. The focus of the course is gaining proficiency in reading, analyzing, and summarizing Rashi and Tosfot.

TALM320X Talmud with Rishonim

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Course Description: This course will enable students to thoroughly explore the complex study of the Talmud at an intermediate level. Students will analyze the text, studying it with the help of Rashi and Tosfot, medieval commentators on the Talmud. The course will include later commentaries and will require students to apply the information learned to other contexts and tractates.

TALM420X Advanced Talmud

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Course Description: This is an advanced course in Talmud. This course focuses on learning the content of the Talmud using Maseches Gitin. The student will become familiar with the give-and-take in the Talmud and the interpretation of the commentaries on the Talmud.