Language Study 0110 - Elementary Arabic I

A yearlong course that introduces the basics of Modern Standard Arabic, this course concentrates on all four skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Beginning with the study of Arabic script and sound, students will complete the Georgetown text Alif Baa and finish Chapter 13 in Al Kitaab Book I by the end of the academic year. Students will acquire vocabulary and usage for everyday interactions as well as skills that will allow them to read and analyze a range of texts. In addition to the traditional textbook exercises, students will write short essays and participate in role plays, debates, and conversations throughout the year.

Culture, Humanities, and Languages Multiple Cultural Perspectives In this course, students are required to spend between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours to prepare for class and complete homework outside of the classroom. It is anticipated that there will be field trips in this course, costs to be determined.