Greenberg, Lev. “Sociology of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict” – Fall 2015 Syllabus.
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Sasley, Brent E., and Harold M. Waller. Politics in Israel: Governing a Complex Society. New York: Oxford University Press, 2016.
This is the first textbook on Israel to utilize a historical-sociological approach, telling the story of Israeli politics rather than simply presenting a series of dry facts and figures. The book emphasizes six specific dimensions of the conduct of Israeli politics: the weight of historical processes, the struggle between different groups over how to define the country’s identity, changing understandings of Zionism, a changing political culture, the influence of the external threat environment, and the inclusive nature of the democratic process. These themes offer students a framework to use for understanding contemporary political events within the country. Politics in Israel also includes several chapters on topics not previously addressed in competing texts, including historical conditions that led to the emergence of Zionism in Israel, the politics of the Arab minority, and interest groups and political protest.
Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Preface
Acknowledgments
INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1: Israel in Historical and Comparative Perspective
Studying Israel
Israel in a Comparative Framework
Major Themes of the Book
A Note on Terminology
PART I: HISTORICAL PROCESSES
Chronology of Key Events
Chapter 2: Zionism and the Origins of Israel
Jewish History before Zionism
The Jewish Predicament in the 19th Century
The Founding of the Zionist Movement
Implications of Zionism
Herzl’s Path to Zionism
Organizing the Zionist Movement
Zionist Ideologies
The Palestine Mandate
Summary
Chapter 3: Yishuv Politics during the Mandate Period
Constructing a Jewish Society
Development of a Party System
Conflict between Arabs and Jews in Mandatory Palestine
Deteriorating Zionist-British Relations
The End of the Mandate
The Mandate Period in Perspective
Summary
Chapter 4: State Building After 1948
Mamlachtiut
The Political Arena
Defense
Education
Economy
Personal Status Issues
Other State-Building Efforts
Summary
PART II: ISRAELI SOCIETY
Chapter 5: Political Culture and Demography
The Pre-State Period
Foundational Values of the State
Changes since 1967
From Collectivism to Individualism
Political Culture in the Arab Community
Demography
Summary
Chapter 6: Religion and Politics
Religion and the Idea of a Jewish State
Setting the Parameters of the Religion-State Relationship
Growing Involvement in Politics
Issues in Religion-State Relations after 2000
Religious Parties and Coalition Politics
Summary
Chapter 7: The Politics of the Arab Minority
What’s in a Name?
Changing Politics of the Community
Jewish Attitudes toward the Arab Minority
Arab Leaders and the Arab Public
Voter turnout
Sayed Kashua as Barometer?
Summary
PART III: THE POLITICAL PROCESS
Chapter 8: The Electoral System
The Development of an Electoral System
Election Laws
Parties and Lists
Electoral Reforms
Summary
Chapter 9: Political Parties and the Party System
Party Clusters
Leftist Parties
Rightist Parties
Religious Parties
Arab Parties
Center or “Third” Parties
Ethnic or Special Issues Parties
Party Organization
Summary
Chapter 10: Voting Patterns
Four Main Issues
Demographic Factors
Voter Turnout
Electoral Trends
Summary
Chapter 11: Interest Groups and Political Protest
Changing Access in the Israeli Political System
Interest Groups
Political Protest
Summary
PART IV: INSTITUTIONS
Chapter 12: The Knesset
Structure of the Knesset
Legal Aspects
Knesset Members
Functions and Powers of the Knesset
Relationship to the Government
Summary
Chapter 13: The Government
The Government at the Center of the System
Powers of the Government
Forming a Government
Maintaining and Running a Government
Relations with the Knesset
The President of the State
Summary
Chapter 14: The Judiciary and the Development of Constitutional Law
The Judicial System
Structure of the Court System
The Religious Court System
The Attorney General
Basic Laws: A Constitution in the Making?
Interpreting the Constitution
Summary
PART V: POLITICS AND POLICYMAKING
Chapter 15: Political Economy
Ideas about Economic Development in the Yishuv
A State(ist) Economy
Likud and the Free Market
Structural Weaknesses
Summary
Chapter 16: The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Three Levels of Threat Perception
Israel’s Threat Environment
Hawks and Doves in the Political System
The Defense Establishment
Public Opinion
Summary
PART VI: THE TRANSFORMATiON OF ISRAELI POLITICS
Chapter 17: The Changing Political Arena
A More Complex Society
An Economic Transformation
Transformation of the Security Situation
The Israeli-Palestinian Relationship
Dampening of Ideology
Political Culture and the Party System
The Passing of a Heroic Generation
A More Consequential Arab Sector
The Transformation of the Judiciary
Change versus Continuity
Chapter 18: Confronting the Meaning of a Jewish State
The Political Question: What is Jewish and Democratic?
The Social Question: Who Belongs?
The Academic Question: Whose Historiography?
Conclusion
Appendices
Glossary
Bibliography
BRENT E. SASLEY is Associate Professor of Political Science at The University of Texas at Arlington.
HAROLD M. WALLER is Professor of Political Science at McGill University.
ISGAP-Oxford Summer Institute
For Curriculum Development In Critical Antisemitism Studies
to be held at St Antony’s College, Oxford
starting July 31, 2016
Application Deadline: March 1, 2016
The Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP), a New York-based interdisciplinary research center, is seeking scholars-in-residence for an intensive two-week workshop-based curriculum development program aimed at establishing critical antisemitism studies as a recognized academic discipline.
The program is intended primarily for professors with full-time college or university positions, though exceptional doctoral and post-doctoral students may also be considered.
The workshops will take place at St Antony’s College, Oxford, beginning July 31. Under the guidance of leading international academics, scholars-in-residence will be asked to develop new syllabi and curricula for critical interdisciplinary antisemitism courses that the scholars-in-residence will teach in their home institutions after completing the program.
Full and partial scholarships are available.
Continuing Workshop on University Teaching of Hebrew Language
Jerusalem, July 10-14, 2016 / 4-8 Tammuz 5776
Teaching Hebrew Morphology in the 21st Century
Workshop Director: Dr. Tania Notarius, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
The International Center for University Teaching of Jewish Civilization is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for this year’s session of the Continuing Workshop on University Teaching of Hebrew Language. The workshop will take place in Jerusalem from Sunday through Thursday, July 10-14, 2016 / 4-8 Tammuz 5776, and will focus on Teaching Hebrew Morphology in the 21st Century.
The International Center’s workshops on University Teaching of Hebrew Language are designed to meet the interests of the professors of Hebrew in universities outside of Israel and to provide theoretical knowledge and practical tools relevant for their teaching. The workshop includes meetings with scholars, lecturers and Hebrew teachers from Israel and abroad, as well as sessions in small groups of colleagues held in an informal setting, aimed to promote fruitful discussion and interchange of ideas.
The workshop is conducted in cooperation with the Division of Hebrew Language Instruction at the Rothberg International School for Overseas Students. Workshop participants will have an opportunity to observe classes conducted by the Division teachers and to hold joint discussions on various issues connected to Hebrew teaching. The workshop program will also include a visit to the Academy Language (the co-organizer of this workshop) and attend lectures and presentations by the Academy staff. In the varied sessions the workshop participants will also be welcome to present the results of their teaching experience.
Hebrew is known for its rich inflectional morphology (verbal, nominal and pronominal), the acquisition of which is often considered difficult, dull and time-consuming, particularly at the beginners’ levels. This year the workshop on Hebrew teaching at the universities abroad will explore the most updated methods that have the potential to optimize this process for both the teacher and the student, addressing the following questions: Do the Web and the Interactive Technologies propose interesting tools? What can be the role of immersion and communication in acquiring morphological patterns? How should the challenge of linguistic variationism in Modern Hebrew be addressed – by learning ‘normative’ morphology through the access to classical and literary forms or by adhering to conversational vernacular innovations? All these questions will be treated in their practical aspects with a special consideration of the teaching technologies applied in the classroom.
General information:
Interested applicants should submit a CV by e-mail or fax to:
International Center for University Teaching of Jewish Civilization
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Tel: +972-2-5881772; Fax: +972-2-5819096;
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Three-week fellowship preparing faculty in any discipline to teach about Israel.
The 2015 program opens with an intensive seminar at Brandeis from Monday, June 15 – Monday, June 29, followed by a study tour of Israel from Tuesday, June 30 – Thursday, July 9, 2015. Stipend of up to $2500, travel, accommodations and meals are included.
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A program of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University, the Summer Institute (SIIS) helps college & university professors design new courses on Israel. Over 200 faculty members from 180 universities worldwide have participated in SIIS since its inception in 2004. Faculty from the social sciences and humanities are invited to apply. Applications due by January 21, 2014.
Watch the video and learn more at:
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SIIS Fellowships include:
• Multidisciplinary seminars taught by world-class faculty from Israel and the U.S. exploring Israeli society, politics, culture, economics, diplomacy & more (Two weeks)
• Israel study tour with leading personalities in public life, the academy and the arts (Nine days)
• Travel, accommodations, and most meals at Brandeis and in Israel
• Stipend of up to $2,500 for full course or $1,500 for Brandeis seminar only
• Access to vast Israel Studies resources online and in Brandeis University library
• Annual workshops and year-round webinars
• Membership in an active, international community of Israel scholars with opportunities for networking and professional collaboration
Summer Institute for Israel Studies 2013 – Now Accepting Applications for its Tenth Year June 17 – July 11, 2013, at Brandeis University and in Israel
A program of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University, the Summer Institute assists faculty in colleges and universities in the design of new courses in Israel Studies, or the enhancement of existing ones. Over 180 faculty members from 160 universities around the world have participated in SIIS since its inception in 2004. Faculty from the social sciences and humanities are invited to apply. This is the 10th anniversary of the Summer Institute for Israel Studies (SIIS). *Applications due January 21, 2013. *
Fellowships include:
· Seminars taught by world-class faculty from Israel and the United
States
· Stipend of up to $2,500 for full course; $1,500 for Brandeis
seminar only
· Travel, meals, and accommodations at Brandeis and in Israel
· Access to vast Israel Studies online resource center and Brandeis
University’s online library resources
· Annual workshops and year-round webinars
· Membership in an ever-growing international community of Israel
scholars with opportunities for networking and professional collaboration
*Learn more and apply online*:
www.brandeis.edu/israelcenter/SIIS/index.html
Questions? Contact Keren Goodblatt at kereng1@brandeis.edu
2013 – Now Accepting Applications for its Tenth Year June 17 – July 11, 2013, at Brandeis University and in Israel
A program of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University, the Summer Institute assists faculty in colleges and universities in the design of new courses in Israel Studies, or the enhancement of existing ones. Over 180 faculty members from 160 universities around the world have participated in SIIS since its inception in 2004. Faculty from the social sciences and humanities are invited to apply. This is the 10th anniversary of the Summer Institute for Israel Studies (SIIS). *Applications due January 21, 2013. *
Fellowships include:
· Seminars taught by world-class faculty from Israel and the United
States
· Stipend of up to $2,500 for full course; $1,500 for Brandeis
seminar only
· Travel, meals, and accommodations at Brandeis and in Israel
· Access to vast Israel Studies online resource center and Brandeis
University’s online library resources
· Annual workshops and year-round webinars
· Membership in an ever-growing international community of Israel
scholars with opportunities for networking and professional collaboration
*Learn more and apply online*:
www.brandeis.edu/israelcenter/SIIS/index.html
Questions? Contact Keren Goodblatt [email in link]
The nonprofit American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise (AICE) is now accepting applications from Israeli faculty interested in being considered as Visiting Israel Professors in the United States for the 2013-14 academic year. Positions are for the full academic year. A limited number of shorter-term positions may be available depending on funding.
The aim of the program is to present American students with a broad understanding of Israel’s history, society, politics, culture and relations with its neighbors and the broader international community. Applicants should hold a Ph.D., have a distinguished publishing record and be prepared to spend a full academic year in residence at the U.S. institution. AICE Visiting Israel Professors should also be fluent in English and engaging teachers as they will be expected to teach four courses, at least two on topics relating to modern Israel.
The definition of Israel studies varies among the campuses and positions, but should be considered flexible. The greatest demand is usually in the fields of history and political science; however, scholars in other fields of social science, humanities (literature, film, art, dance, music, etc.), as well as law and education will also be considered
Visitors will be asked to participate in an orientation conference, usually held during the summer in Israel. They should also be prepared to spend time and work with students and faculty outside of their classes and to engage in public education about Israel through the media and by speaking on campus and in the community.
Since the program began in 2006, AICE has brought more than 100 visiting scholars to more than 50 campuses across the country. AICE is currently supporting scholars at 22 universities including Berkeley, the U.S. Naval Academy, Tulane, George Washington and Virginia. Some of these institutions may receive grants for 2013-14, but other universities will be added to this list.
AICE recommends scholars to the universities, but the institutions ultimately make hiring decisions and negotiate directly with the scholar terms of employment. AICE does not pay any funds directly to scholars, with the exception of reimbursing expenses associated with participation in the AICE orientation meeting.
AICE will not fund a professor for more than three years. The purpose of the program is to facilitate an exchange of knowledge, to build international cooperation and to promote the field of Israel studies. To ensure that the exchange objectives of the program are respected, and the impact on the brain drain from Israel is minimized, professors are expected to return to Israel upon completion of their visit.
Interviews will be conducted in Israel in October 2012.
Thanks to the generous support of the Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Foundation, AICE will select at least 20 major American universities to receive grants to appoint Schusterman Visiting Israel Professors. We anticipate funding from other foundations to support several additional visiting professors. Each university will receive $60,000 toward the salary, benefits and travel expenses of the Visiting Israel Professor. Universities will be required to contribute a minimum of $15,000.
To be considered as an AICE Visiting Professor, please send a CV and cover letter that includes courses you would like to teach and a sample syllabus (that may be published on our web site).
Now accepting applications:
SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR ISRAEL STUDIES
2012 June 12 – 25, 2012 at Brandeis and June 27 – July 5, 2012 in Israel
A program of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University, the Summer Institute for Israel Studies assists faculty in designing new courses in Israel Studies or incorporating a segment on Israel into existing courses. Candidates from the social sciences and humanities are invited to apply.
Fellowships include:
-Seminars taught by world-class faculty from Israel and the United States -Travel, meals, and accommodations at Brandeis and in Israel -Stipend of up to $2500 for full course; $1500 for Brandeis seminar only -Access to vast Israel Studies online resource center and Brandeis University’s online library resources
Applications due January 16, 2012. Notifications made in early March 2012.
To apply or to learn more, visit us online at www.brandeis.edu/israelcenter/SIIS.
The Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University presents:
SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR ISRAEL STUDIES 2010
June 15-June 28 at Brandeis and June 30-July 8 in Israel
The Summer Institute for Israel Studies assists faculty in designing new courses in Israel Studies or incorporating a segment on Israel into existing courses. Candidates from the social sciences and humanities are invited to apply.
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Fellowships include:
-Seminars taught by world-class faculty from Israel and the United States -Travel, meals, and accommodations at Brandeis and in Israel
-$2500 stipend for full course; $1500 for Brandeis seminar only
-Access to vast Israel Studies online resource center and Brandeis University’s online library resources
Applications due February 1, 2010 . Notification by March 5, 2010.
To apply or to learn more, visit us online at www.brandeis.edu/israelcenter/SIIS
email: scis@brandeis.edu
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