Autor: Jim Becka

Jim “Yaakov” Becka spent his early life in Temple, Texas, which is ironic considering his dad’s family were Temple priests in Jerusalem and the name “Becka” means “Half Shekel” (I.E., The yearly Temple Tithe paid by Jews in ancient times). After high school graduation (in Beaumont, Texas) he lived in East Jerusalem and began learning Hebrew. After returning to the United States he received his undergraduate degree in journalistic writing from Lamar University and graduate degrees in education and research from The University of Texas and University of Houston. He has authored numerous articles for research and education journals and authored a popular technology book for teachers. Married with two children, a dog, and four cats.