Online Courses

Learn the Hebrew Alphabet

Mondays at 8 p.m. ET, Dec. 30-Feb. 3

Before diving into advanced Hebrew courses, you need to know the alphabet. Start here with an easy, low-pressure introduction from My Jewish Learning.

Cook and Celebrate Hanukkah with Joan Nathan

Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. ET

The queen of Jewish cooking will run a special online class — alongside her grandchildren — geared towards kids and their families.

World Premiere: ‘Kafka’s Last Trial’
^{with author Benjamin Balint, director Eliran Peled and moderator Daphne Merkin}
Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. ET, in-person and online

We’re debuting the film adaptation of Benjamin Balint’s award-winning book on Kafka’s literary legacy.

The Ultimate Latke Master Class
^{with Micah Siva}
Dec. 18 at 8 p.m. ET

For all those looking to master the basics or improve their latke game.

Turning Toward Teshuvah: A High Holy Day Journey of Transformation
^{with Rabbi Sarah Bracha Gershuny}
Over the course of eight lessons, this class will guide you in understanding the particular spiritual power of this time of year and how to tap into that power to effect lasting change in your 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.

Journey into Jewish Spirituality
^{with Rabbi Danielle Upbin}
An eight-part guided exploration of Jewish mindfulness practices that will enhance your daily life.

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.