Arabic Language and Culture 1

Abstract

This subject introduces Arabic as a living language. Students will explore Arabic through common scenarios and everyday interactions. They will also focus on vocabulary acquisition and developing their practical skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. They will also reflect and analyse their perceptions of Arabic through a case study … For more content click the Read More button below.

This subject introduces Arabic as a living language. Students will explore Arabic through common scenarios and everyday interactions. They will also focus on vocabulary acquisition and developing their practical skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. They will also reflect and analyse their perceptions of Arabic through a case study examining the parallels between Arabic and Wiradjuri language.

Syllabus

Putting words togetherThe familyJobsDescribing thingsWhere is it?Describing placesCountries and peopleCounting thingsNational discourses over countries’ history and its impact on perception of language: case study of Wiradjuri and Arabic language

Assessment items

1. Engagement & Participation

2. Online Worksheets

3. Final Online Exam

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

Interpret meaning from passages that include frequently used vocabulary and sentence structures

Communicate in conversation involving everyday interactions

Write passages related to everyday interactions

Recall vocabulary related to everyday interactions

Analyse how national discourses over countries’ history impacts perception of language: case study of Wiradjuri and Arabic language

Assumed knowledge

Ability to recognise and recite the Arabic script