Emphasis is placed on analysis of both the text and differences in its explanation among the commentaries. In addition, students are expected to prepare, on their own, other sections of the tractate being studied. A focus of this year's work is b'kius with a goal to complete the masechta. The additional shiur time gives the masmidim shiur extended classroom hours to enable the students to develop their independent study skills while studying with their chavrusa. One afternoon a week, the 10 th grade masmidim shiur is given an intensive Navi s ession while the 11 th and 12 th grade masmidim utilize that time slot for a course in Jewish history.
Emphasis is placed on correct reading and translation of text.
Students are introduced to the Tosafos commentary and selected Tosafos are read. Mishnayos of the tractate are studied in class. Grade 10 Students study the Talmud text with Rashi and selected Tosafos . Students are introduced to textual analysis. The Rebbi will have the class anticipate questions of the Talmudic discourse as well as problems raised in the Tosafos.