Online Courses
Whether you want to learn some Jewish history, discover a new language, cultivate a ritual practice or develop a new skill, our online courses have something for everyone. Explore our expansion of offerings below from My Jewish Learning, the Jewish Telegraphic Agency, The Nosher, Hey Alma, Kveller and the New York Jewish Week.
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Being a Jewish Writer: Themes from the 18th Century to Today
with author Shira Nayman
Sundays at 5:00 p.m. ET, Nov. 16 – Dec. 21
A rare combination of textual analysis and creative writing inspiration come together in this course with a master teacher and storyteller.
Magic in Judaism: From Alchemy to Curses
with Rabbi Geoffrey Dennis
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. ET, Oct. 22 – Nov. 5
Just in time for Halloween, learn about Judaism’s magical side.
Funny Story! The Best Jewish Humor Books From the Past 75 Years
with Andrew Silow-Carroll
Mondays at 6:00 p.m. ET, Oct. 27 – Nov. 17
Need a laugh these days? Come be entertained and dig into some of the best books of the century.
Beyond the Pale: A History of the Pale of Settlement
with National Jewish Book Award winner Elissa Bemporad
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. ET, Oct. 22 – Nov. 5
A rare chance to learn from a top historian in the field.
Intermediate Mah Jongg
with the ladies of Modern Mahjong
Sundays at 7:00 p.m. ET, Nov. 9 – 23
Take your beginner skills to the next level!
The Jewish Novel Today: Writing Our Past, Writing Our Present
with Jonathan Safran Foer and Sam Sussman
IN PERSON AND ONLINE, Monday, Oct. 27 at 7:00 p.m. ET
Join an intimate conversation about writing novels of the self, family history and Jewish identity.
Learn at your own pace
Turning Toward Teshuvah: A High Holy Day Journey of Transformation
with Rabbi Sarah Bracha Gershuny
Make the most of the upcoming season of reflection and growth.
The Well of Dreams: Jewish Dream Wisdom Across Time
with Rabbi Jill Hammer
Jewish tradition teaches that our dreams are meaningful. Learn how to apply that Jewish wisdom to your own dreams.
Journey into Jewish Spirituality
with Rabbi Danielle Upbin
An eight-part guided exploration of Jewish mindfulness practices that will enhance your daily life.
Cooking through the Jewish Holidays
with Vered Guttman
Join Israeli chef Vered Guttman as she guides you on a remarkable journey through the Jewish year, holiday by holiday and dish by dish.
Inside Jokes: Explore the Essence of Jewish Humor
with Andrew Silow-Carroll
What makes a joke Jewish? And what do Jewish jokes say about the Jews? Let longtime JTA editor Andrew Silow-Carroll take you on a side-splitting journey.
Jewish Funeral Practices: Your Helping Hand Through a Challenging Time
Learning about Jewish funeral planning, and burial and mourning practices, in advance, can help make a painful time less confusing. This 8-part course will help you through it all.
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