133: The Deep Connection of Language and Culture with Rabbi Daniel Atwood

How much do you connect the language that you teach with the culture where that language is used? Today, Rabbi Daniel Atwood, a Hebrew teacher in Chicago, joins me to explore this idea in depth.  We look at how he teaches a language that is deeply connected to a faith tradition and how he brings this to life in his classroom.…So let’s jump in. 

Topics in this Episode:

  • how Danial introduce Hebrew script to learners and helps them overcome any apprehensions they might have about learning a new writing system
  •  incorporating elements of culture, history, and religious traditions into language lessons
  • creating an immersive environment in your classroom, virtually or physically, that allows students to explore and appreciate culture
  • navigating the potential religious sensitivities of certain topics or materials while still fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment

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