Cross-listed with ECON298B and PHPE308U. Credit only granted for ISRL249O, ECON298B, or PHPE308U.

Between geopolitical strife and growing social divides, understanding what drives people's beliefs and behavior is more imperative than ever. In this interdisciplinary course, we will discuss and explore what Behavioral Economics can teach us about the psychological forces that shape and distort our thoughts, feelings, and behavior. We will learn about the psychological biases and illusions behind stories people tell about the world we live in, as well as how our environment unconsciously influences and guides our behavior. The course will also address the cultural and intellectual roots of Behavioral Economics. We will explore how cultural differences affect society, policy, and business. We will see how the ideas apply to narratives of modern Israel as well as the means of influencing behavior and thinking.

Cross-listed with JOUR459Y. Credit only granted for ISRL329Y or JOUR459Y.

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted relationship between Israel and the media landscape in the regional, international, and U.S. media landscapes, providing students with the tools to critically analyze and understand the complex narratives on Israel, Arab-Israeli, Israeli-Palestinian affairs and the dynamics at play. Students will delve into the historical, cultural, and political context that shapes the portrayal of Israel in traditional media outlets, as well as the transformative power of social media platforms.

Cross-listed with AASP398M and SOCY398M. Credit only granted for ISRL349C, AASP398M, or SOCY398M.

This course explores cultural activism in Israel. Students will examine the struggles and power relations that exist in Israeli society, as expressed through the worlds of Israeli culture and arts with an emphasis on art, literature, music, theater, and cinema created by Ethiopian Israeli creators and activists who seek to advance socio-political change.

Cross-listed with GVPT368A. Credit only granted for ISRL349F or GVPT368A.

What are the U.S.' interests in the Middle East? Who and what defines these interests, or how to pursue them diplomatically and militarily? The Arab/Palestinian-Israeli conflict is a defining feature of the modern Middle East and it unquestionably has a significant impact on U.S. domestic politics and international leadership. Given those realities, this course will examine how U.S. foreign and security affecting the Arab/Palestinian-Israeli conflict is made and how it shapes and determines the realities on the ground, as well as the prospects for its peaceful resolution.

Cross-listed with GVPT368J. Credit only granted for ISRL349N or GVPT368J.

This course examines the political, social, and economic experience of the Arab minority in Israel from the establishment of the State up until recent years. It addresses the relationship between the State and the Arab community and the distinctive internal dynamics of Arab society as well as the relationship between the Arab minority in Israel and the Palestinians, and the Arab world.

Cross-listed with GVPT368T. Credit only granted for ISRL349T or GVPT368T.

This course addresses one of Israel's main security concerns:the spread of nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons in the Middle East. It analyzes in-depth the political dynamics that lead to proliferation dangers in the region and the possible Israeli responses to proliferation, such as deterrence, military strikes, prevention, preemption, and defense.

Cross-listed with HEBR398W and JWST319W. Credit only granted for HEBR398W, ISRL349W, or JWST319W.

Examination of the history, linguistics, politics and sociology of Modern Israeli Hebrew slang, including influences from popular American culture, technology, the military, Arabic and immigrant group languages. Taught in English; course materials in Hebrew with translation.

Obviously, everything connected with relations between Israel and Arab countries has been thrown into the air by the October 7 attack on Israel and Israel's subsequent assault on Gaza. While this course will still focus on the recent history and possible scenarios for peace, it will of course take into account the course and effects of the current war. Students are invited to bring their opinions and be ready to discuss them.

Cross-listed with HIST419I. Credit only granted for HIST419I or ISRL448O.

Explores the contested history of Palestine from the 18th century to 1948. Topics covered include the emergence and trajectories of Zionism and Palestinian nationalism, Arab Jews, Palestine s economy, settler colon ialism, religiosity and the politics of memory.