Avoiding a Zero-Sum Game: Lessons for Jewish Studies from California's Struggle over the Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum.

The text discusses the struggle over California's Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum (ESMC), focusing on the inclusion of Arab American, Palestinian, and Jewish studies. The debate surrounding the curriculum involved criticisms from Jewish American institutions regarding the representation of Jewish Am...

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Publicado en:Shofar: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Jewish Studies Vol. 42; no. 3; pp. 208 - 235
Autor principal: Kirk, Gabi
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Purdue University Press 2024
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Sumario:The text discusses the struggle over California's Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum (ESMC), focusing on the inclusion of Arab American, Palestinian, and Jewish studies. The debate surrounding the curriculum involved criticisms from Jewish American institutions regarding the representation of Jewish Americans and allegations of antisemitism in the Arab American studies module. The final ESMC faced opposition from various groups, including Zionist organizations and Arab American scholars, leading to revisions and ongoing criticism. The text highlights the historical disconnect between ethnic studies and Jewish studies, emphasizing the need for scholars to address the frictions between the two fields and engage in collaborative efforts.