ARABIC

ARAB-101 Elementary Arabic I
4 Credits (Humanities Core)
In this foundational course, students will apply four language skills – listening, speaking, writing, and reading – in order to be able to communicate at a basic level by exchanging, interpreting, and presenting information; to compare Arabic-speaking cultures’ practices, perspectives, and products to students’ own cultures; to connect the Arabic language to other relevant disciplines; and to begin using the Arabic language outside of the classroom in limited contexts. Content and supporting language structures and vocabulary will be theme-based, with outcomes measured in a variety of ways, including task-based activities that support effective communication around the theme. (4 hours weekly)

ARAB-102 Elementary Arabic II
4 Credits (Humanities Core)
In this second-semester foundational course, students will advance their ability to apply four language skills – listening, speaking, writing, and reading – in order to expand their ability to communicate at a basic level by  exchanging,  interpreting, and presenting  information; to compare Arabic-speaking cultures’ practices, perspectives, and products to students’ own cultures; to connect  the Arabic language to other relevant  disciplines; and to expand their use of the Arabic language outside of the classroom in limited contexts. Content and supporting language structures and vocabulary that support it will be theme-based, with outcomes measured in a variety of ways, including task-based activities that support effective communication around the theme. (4 hours weekly)

ARAB-201 Intermediate Arabic I
4 Credits (Humanities Core)
In this first intermediate-level course, students will further advance their ability to apply four language skills – listening, speaking, writing, and reading – in order to refine their ability to communicate at a intermediate level by  exchanging,  interpreting, and presenting  information in multiple tenses and contexts; to deepen the comparisons of Arabic-speaking cultures’ practices, perspectives, and products to students’ own cultures; to connect  the Arabic language to other relevant  disciplines; and to expand their use of the Arabic language outside of the classroom in a variety of contexts. Content and supporting language structures and vocabulary will be theme-based, with outcomes measured in a variety of ways, including task-based activities that support effective communication around the theme. (4 hours weekly)

ARAB-202 Intermediate Arabic II
4 Credits (Humanities Core)
In this second intermediate-level course, students will greatly advance their ability to apply four language skills – listening, speaking, writing, and reading – in order to further refine and expand their ability to communicate at a intermediate level by  exchanging,  interpreting, and presenting  information in complex structures  and contexts; to deepen further the comparisons of Arabic-speaking cultures’ practices, perspectives, and products to students’ own cultures; to connect  the Arabic language to other relevant  disciplines and current topics; and to expand their use of the Arabic language outside of the classroom in a variety of complex contexts. Content and supporting language structures and vocabulary will be theme-based, with outcomes measured in a variety of ways, including task-based activities that support effective communication around the theme. (4 hours weekly)

ARAB-203 Advanced Intermediate Arabic I
4 Credits (Humanities Core)
Emphasis in this intermediate course will be on acquiring proficiency in comprehension and on speaking Arabic as a second language. The course utilizes previously acquired grammar, vocabulary, writing, and reading skills in communication-based activities, interactive learning techniques, daily listening and speaking assignments to expand students’ conversation abilities and broaden their comprehension knowledge. The students will apply their speaking skills mainly in conversation, group discussions, debates, presentations, and interviews. (4 hours weekly)

ARAB-204 Advanced Intermediate Arabic II
4 Credits (Humanities Core)
Emphasis in this intermediate course will be on developing skills in reading and writing Arabic. The course utilizes previously acquired grammar, vocabulary, writing, and reading skills in communication-based activities, interactive learning techniques, daily listening and speaking assignments to expand students’ conversation abilities and broaden their comprehension knowledge. The students will apply their reading and writing skills mainly in writing of formal letters, emails, short essays, and presentations. (4 hours weekly)

ARAB-205 Arabic Through the Media
4 Credits (Humanities Core)
In this content-based, advanced intermediate course, students will further develop skills in comprehending and speaking Arabic. Learning will be based on current authentic Arabic media, including news from satellite channels, broadcast news, printed pan-Arab newspapers, computer-based materials, public lectures and current events. Grammatical concepts introduced in elementary and intermediate classes will be re-examined with the intention of expanding them for use in conversation. Students will apply their speaking skills in activities such as summarizing, rephrasing, transcribing and presenting. The fundamental goal of this course is to build fluency in all skills while developing an extensive vocabulary through media exposure. (4 hours weekly)

ARAB-220 Cultures of the Middle East
3 Credits (Interdisciplinary and Emerging Issues Core)
This course is an introduction to the culture and society of the Middle East. Students will study the geography and history of the Middle East and Northern Africa as they apply to the development of various cultures, attitudes, and beliefs. They will compare and contrast various institutions, both governmental and social, among the countries of these regions. Students will also look at the expression of the culture through art, music, food, dress, and literature. Taught in English; this course does not fulfill the world languages sequence requirement. (3 hours weekly) NOTE: Also listed as ANTH-220.