Courses Offered
Arabic Language
A list of regularly offered courses follows. The indication of when a course will be of- fered is based on the best projection of the home department and can be subject to change.
Please note the key for the following abbreviations: (A) Arts; (H) Humanities; (S) Social Sciences; (N) Natural Sciences with Laboratory; (LS) Language Studies requirement; (NSP) Natural Science in Perspective; (NW) Non-Western Cultures requirement.
101. Beginning Arabic I. (NW) Every Fall
Introduction to the Arabic language in a cultural context, with emphasis on listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, including the writing system. For students with no prior knowledge of Arabic. Knight
102. Beginning Arabic II. (NW) Every Spring
Continued introduction to the Arabic language in a cultural context, with emphasis on listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, including the writing system. Prerequisite: ARB101 (formerly ARB171) or placement by director of Arabic Program instructor. Knight
201. Intermediate Arabic I. (NW) (LS) Every Fall
The second year Arabic course continues and builds on the skills and materials presented in Beginning Arabic II. It takes a four-skills approach with emphasis on listening, speaking, reading and writing. Prerequisite: ARB 102 (formerly ARB 172) or placement by director of Arabic Program or instructor. TBA
202. Intermediate Arabic II. (NW) (LS) Every Spring
The fourth semester Arabic course continues and builds on the skills and materials presented in Intermediate Arabic I. It takes a four-skills approach with emphasis on listening, speaking, reading and writing. Prerequisite: ARB 201 (formerly ARB 271) or placement by director of Arabic Program TBA or instructor.
301. Advanced Arabic I. (NW) (LS) Every Fall
The third year of Arabic builds on the material covered in Arabic 202 or Intermediate Arabic II. The goal of this course is to focus in more detail on particular grammar concepts, building students’ vocabulary and ability to utilize the root and verb pattern system to understand and form new vocabulary. This course also develops students’ listening skills, understanding certain nuances of texts, exposure to Middle Eastern culture and history, and ability to speak in depth on a variety of topics with confidence. Prerequisite: ARB 202 or placement by director or instructor. Knight
302. Advanced Arabic II. (NW) (LS) Spring 2013
The second semester of third year Arabic builds on the material covered in Arabic 302 or Advanced Arabic I. This course also goes into more depth regarding certain grammatical concepts, building students’ ability to discuss a variety of topics through the use of new vocabulary and expressions or conjunctions. Students continue to be exposed to cultural and historical aspects of the Middle East through written texts and listening exercises. In addition to this, the course underlines the importance of communication through, for example, class discussion and group exercises. Prerequisite: ARB 301 or placement by director or instructor. Knight
