Learn Arabic at Seattle Language Academy, Seattle:
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Arabic 101
In this beginner class, students learn to write and pronounce the Arabic alphabet and begin to acquire the rudiments of Arabic grammar and syntax. Vocabulary is introduced thematically, with a view to imparting a basic command of Arabic for a variety of everyday situations - introductions and greetings; describing people, places, and things; talking about family members and social relations; and asking and responding to simple questions.
Arabic 102
This lower intermediate class is designed for students who have learned Arabic pronunciation well and possess a basic command of nouns, agreement of adjectives, and present tense verbs. Grammar includes the use of prepositions with pronouns, simple comparisons, interrogative and negative sentences, the simple past tense, and numbers and object pronouns. Cultural themes focus on cuisine and restaurants; the etymology of Arabic names; the structure of Arabic universities; and the family.
Arabic 103
This lower intermediate class covers grammar points such as quantifiers, the superlative, future negation, and future, past, and imperative verb forms. Discussion topics focus on Arabic music and the influence of colonialism on Arabic culture. Students reinforce and expand their command of basic vocabulary and idioms through oral and written exercises. By the end of the class, students will have a basic foundation for reading and writing Arabic and will have begun speaking in the future and past tenses.
Arabic 104
This intermediate class begins with a systematic review of all verb tenses met in previous levels. Grammatical coverage includes comparative and superlative forms, and more high-frequency verbs, regular and irregular, and their conjugations. Students will learn popular Arabic songs and will practice reading and writing Arabic of increasing difficulty. By the end of the class, students will have learned colors, dates, and months of the year, as well as how to use the Arabic dictionary. Selected passages from the Qur'an will also be introduced for analysis and discussion.
First year Arabic Conversation & Review
In general, for the first year of learning a language, there are certain key words, expressions and sentence structures that one must learn. We teach these basics to adults by attempting to contextualize them in a variety of common everyday situations, and at the same time remain attentive to imparting correct grammar and usage.
This class will provide a generous selection of readings, engaging exercises, listening material and dialogues through which students will have the opportunity to practice and hone their speaking, reading and pronunciation skills. Reading materials will include short stories, excerpts and articles from newspapers and magazines. Regular writing assignments, the study and imitation of dialogues, and take-home tests will form a regular part of the class.
Arabic 201-204
The second-year series is suitable for those who have a basic command of Arabic grammar and syntax (Arabic 101-104 at SLA or one year of college Arabic or equivalent) and can demonstrate intermediate proficiency in reading, writing and speaking Arabic. Designed to expand and refine students' basic repertoire of language skills, the 200 series combines systematic reviews of first-year grammar and vocabulary with conversation practice organized around themes of general cultural interest. Discussions highlight important aspects of contemporary life in Arabic speaking cultures. Through in-class activities ranging from presentations to film viewings, oral and written exercises and interactive role-playing, students enhance their speaking abilities, improve their reading and writing skills and deepen their knowledge of Arabic culture.
Arabic 300
Arabic 300 (Advanced Conversation) is a continuing class for students who possess advanced proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Arabic and wish to maintain and improve their language skills in a structured setting.
Advanced Arabic Conversation and Film
Film
This class seeks to develop both listening and speaking skills through the viewing and analysis of Arabic films as well as to introduce students to the rich cultural milieu of the Arabic-speaking world through the study of its cinema.
Films chosen will be in formal, classical standard Arabic and will deal with a variety of historical and cultural themes—the spread of Islamic culture, the golden age of Islamic and Arabic civilization, the development of the sciences in the Islamic world, colonization by Europe, the pioneers of Arabic literature, novelists of the Arabic World from North Africa to the Middle East.
News
The viewing and analysis of News from the Arabic-speaking world, including debates between journalists and political analysts, will enable students to gain a different perspective on world affairs. Students will deepen their vocabulary and at the same time gain familiarity with the major issues that bear on the life and culture of Arabic speakers throughout the world.
This class is appropriate for those who have at least two years of college Arabic or the equivalent and whose reading and speaking skills in Arabic are upper intermediate to advanced. For those new to SLA or unsure of their level, a placement exam is available on SLA’s website.
A detailed course description with the titles of the films/documentaries selected for the class will be given to students at the beginning of the quarter.
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