Abstract

This subject is designed for students with no prior language skills in Arabic. It presents an introduction to reading the Arabic script and is designed to teach students how to articulate Arabic letters, words and sentences. It will also cover writing practice, together with basic speaking and acquisition of commonly … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Arabic letters and soundsShort and long vowelsArabic numerals and numbersRoots of Arabic wordsGender in ArabicThe definite article and hamzat al-waslVocabulary and conversation

Assessment items

1. Participation and engagement in online tutorials
2. Worksheets assessing accuracy in pronunciation
3. Mid-session exam
4. Final exam

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to identify and proficiently pronounce the Arabic alphabet
2.
be able to read basic vowelised Arabic script with fluency
3.
be able to write basic Arabic words and sentences
4.
be able to communicate in simple conversation related to greetings and introductions

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