Page 5 - My First Hebrew Experience: Unit 1 (A61)

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Foreword

Shalom from Yoel and Orly, the developers of a
unique language learning methodology RLA
(Rapid Language Acquisition) and founders of
Ulpan-Or, where students learn Hebrew at the
speed of light.

Welcome to our Hebrew Experience - introductory level interactive study
kit, which is part of our iHebrew™ comprehensive program designed for
all levels and ages.

We believe that by keeping this study kit with you wherever you go,
whether having its hard copy, or an electronic copy stored on your mobile
device, will help you enjoy learning Hebrew, gain confidence and be able
to use your newly acquired vocabulary with ease.

First, we would like to share with you our recent experience with foreign
languages.

A short-while ago we happened to spend a few days in
Greece. It was the first time we found ourselves in a
country, where the sound of the language, unlike
previous experiences, was totally unfamiliar to us. We
felt a bit strange not being able to say even a simple
greeting, ask for anything in Greek. Although, a lot of people were able to
handle a simple conversation in English, there was this usual invisible wall
of politeness separating a tourist from the local people. We were longing
to be able to get closer and better understand the culture and history of the
people in Greece.
We were angry with ourselves not coming prepared for this trip. After all,
having taught Hebrew for so many years, knowing how our students felt in
Israel coming without any knowledge of Hebrew, we should have
anticipated something similar for ourselves in Greece and be prepared for
it.
Then, at the hotel we got courageous enough to ask several members of the
staff:
“How do you say - good morning, thank you, hello, what’s your name?
etc..” in Greek.

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