How can we approach Hebrew and Jewish Studies? What does it mean to study this topic as a critical thinker? This course offers a survey of the most relevant methods of academic inquiry and argument in an academic field. Students will be introduced to the traditions and practices of the historical method, literary criticism, the learning of languages, and the analysis of visual materials including film. We will hone skills for undertaking written assignments as well as oral presentations, explore library resources and the appropriate use of the internet and online resources, and examine the ongoing transformation of academic research through digital humanities.