About Whether you are a teacher or educator, a parent who wants to enrich Jewish education in the home, an early childhood teacher, educator, or specialist, or you are simply looking to expand your Jewish education as an adult, the Department of Lifelong Jewish Learning has a variety of resources to help you on your way.
Mission The Mission of the Department of Lifelong Jewish Learning is to support and improve our congregations' Jewish education programs by providing educators and teachers with helpful resources. We seek to help create individuals and communities of Jews -- from the youngest to the oldest members -- with a deeper and fuller commitment to Jewish living.
WHAT'S NEW
CHAI and Mitkadem Institutes at CAJE! Universityof Vermont, August 10-14, 2008 The CHAI and Mitkadem Institutes at CAJE are a unique chance for education directors and teachers to be part of the CAJE community and to study intensively with URJ faculty in preparation to teach CHAI and Mitkadem. Institute Schedule / Register for CAJE
Reform Movement Commission on Lifelong Jewish Learning - Learn more about the Joint Commission on Lifelong Jewish Learning and see some of its work, including a fascinating dialogue between Rabbis Yoffie and Ellenson.
Hebrew Resources - Meet our Hebrew Specialist, hear prayers read and chanted, and download our Hebrew publication for Hebrew teachers.
Reform Judaism for Teachers module- Three lessons allow teachers to familiarize themselves with the historical background and the contemporary importance of Reform Judaism in American Jewish life.
Eilu V'eilu- "These and those" This point/counterpoint model involves a dialogue between two scholars on issues of concern to the Reform Movement and encourages your active participation.
Educational Technology- Visit this page for useful information about integrating technology into the classroom.
Regional Workshops- Click here to find workshops and conferences in your area.
Read Rabbi Katzew's Latest
Educational State of the Union - 5768: The educational state of our Union is fluid. There are some learners, some teachers, some curricula and some settings that are exemplary. They are, however, also exceptional. (Full text)
We welcome your inquiries, comments, and suggestions about any topic related to religious education.
Union for Reform Judaism Department of Lifelong Jewish Learning 633 Third Avenue New York, NY 10017-6778 (212) 650-4110 fax (212) 650-4199 educate@urj.org
