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“Likrat…” (Towards)
A Dialogue Between Religious and Secular
Youth, on the Internet and in Face-to-Face
Meetings
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CET is an NGO dedicated to the improvement of the education
system in Israel. CET employs about 250 people, who specialize
in: content development, assessment & evaluation and ICT, in all
disciplines.
We focus on:
* Developing textbooks;
* Constructing computerized learning environments;
* Heading assessment and evaluation processes; .2
* Leading professional development for teachers. .3
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Background
Israel defines itself as both a Jewish and democratic state, a fact
that heightens the tension between state and religion.
This tension is especially complex in Judaism, since religion
and nationality are entwined.
Different notions of Israel’s Jewish identity create conflict
Between religious and secular communities.
Over the years this dynamic has led to polarisation, to such an
extent that at times, common ground has been undermined..
Question to the audience
All Israeli citizens over the age of 16 are
issued a national identity card. One of the
headings this card bears is 'nationality'.
Citizens are all labeled 'Israeli'.
1. True
2. False
Question to the audience
Within the Israeli public education
system, every parent has the choice of
sending their child to either a secular or
religious school.
1. True
2. False
Why create a special meeting place for
secular and religious students?
Religious and secular youth study in separate school
systems.
Most religious and secular youth have no contact with
members of the other community.
Conflicts between the two communities are often
highlighted in the media and carry political and social
tension.
Thus, youth from both communities hold misconceptions,
disinformation and stereotypic views of their
counterparts.
How does ICT contribute to creating a
meaningful and respectful dialogue?
Meaningful
Dialogue
Question to the audience
In order to best comprehend historical events and
their social implications, students are exposed to
a variety of sources. Are secular and religious
students offered the same sources within their
respective school systems?
1. No
2. Yes
Creating a virtual community
Students participate in structured activities in
class throughout the year.
Students are identified by their names and
schools.
Students share the same learning process.
Provisions & Rules
Students are asked to suggest guidelines and
rules that will foster a meaningful and respectful
dialogue.
Forum discussions are led by both religious and
secular facilitators, who guide the students and
help them to maintain a respectful discourse.
Asynchronous Communication
Students may read several messages and
explore diverse views before writing their
response.
Students may take their time when writing their
response, which allows them to rethink and
rephrase their message.
This contributes to avoiding harsh expressions,
typical in other discourses between these two
estranged groups.
Common database
The “Likrat…” website offers relevant
background information, such as: historical
and social events, laws, texts from the Jewish
tradition, and so on.
This database is open to all students to draw
information in support of their views and to
enrich discussion.
website examples
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“Likrat…” Facts and Figures
“Likrat…” has been active in Israeli schools for 8 years,
with the support of Zav Pius organization and the Ministry of
Education.
10,400 - students from both religious and secular schools
have participated in the project so far.
2 – evaluation and assessment reports indicate that
“Likrat…” offers a successful model for a meaningful
encounter among students from both communities.
95% of the teachers and 85% of the students argue that
they experienced a meaningful dialogue within the
framework of “Likrat…” and would recommend it to other
Schools.
Thank You!
Sharon Ayalon
Avital Drori
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CET
Centre for Educational Technology
Israel