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ARA111

Arabic Conversation

  • Arts
  • 100 level
  • 2 credit units
  • 87 pages
  • 14 units

This course introduces students to Arabic conversation. It covers essential aspects of the Arabic language, including the alphabet, short and long vowels, nunation, diphthongs, and double consonants. The course also focuses on vocabulary development related to everyday activities, household items, numbers, dates, and the weather. Additionally, it explores Arabic customs, greetings, gender numbers, and basic grammar concepts. The course aims to equip students with practical conversational skills and a foundational understanding of Arabic language and culture.

About this course

Difficulty
Beginner
Study hours
208 hours
Maths
None
Content
Theoretical, practical
Practical work
Yes
How it is assessed
  • Assignments
  • Tutor Marked Assignments
  • Final Examination

One paragraph, so you can see how it reads

ARA111 · UNIT 1 THE IMPORTANCE OF ARABIC LANGUAGE

A recourse to history of the advent of Islam in Nigeria shows the position of Arabic as its official language. The impact of Arabic language therefore cannot be overemphasized. In this unit, you are going to learn about the importance of Arabic language in understanding and assimilating Islamic knowledge in Nigeria and in the world.

What you should be able to do

  1. Recognize and pronounce Arabic alphabets and vowels correctly.
  2. Develop a basic vocabulary related to everyday activities and common objects.
  3. Understand and apply basic Arabic grammar rules.
  4. Construct simple sentences in Arabic.
  5. Engage in basic Arabic conversations.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of Arabic customs and culture.

What it prepares you for

Careers
  • Translator
  • Interpreter
  • Teacher
  • Diplomat
  • Journalist
Where it is applied
  • Education
  • Translation
  • Diplomacy
  • Journalism
  • International Business

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

  • Module 3: Grammar, Common Works and Selected Activities

    Unit 1: Prepositions, Adverbs and Further Lessons on Pronouns

    This unit covers a wide range of grammatical concepts, including prepositions, adverbs, and pronouns, which can be challenging to master due to their nuanced usage and varied forms.

  • Module 3: Grammar, Common Works and Selected Activities

    Unit 2: Common Words used in Hospital, Government Service, and Commerce etc

    This unit requires memorization of numerous vocabulary words related to different professional fields, such as hospitals, government services, and commerce, which can be overwhelming.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 54 hours in total. Yours will differ.

  1. Week 1Module 1: The Importance of Arabic Language, the Arabic Alphabets and its Form
    • Unit 1: The Importance of Arabic Language · 3 hours

      Read the introduction to understand the importance of Arabic.. Study the brief history of Arabic and its significance.. Identify the orthography of Arabic alphabets and their forms..

    • Unit 2: Arabic Short Vowels, Sukun, Nunation (Tanwīn), Long Vowels, Diphthongs, Double Consonants, the Moon and Sun letters · 3 hours

      Learn about Arabic short vowels, *Sukun*, and Nunation (*Tanwīn*).. Study long vowels, diphthongs, and double consonants.. Understand the Moon and Sun letters..

  2. Week 2Module 2: Arabic Vocabulary Development
    • Unit 1: House-hold Items and Words Relating to Day to Day Activities · 4 hours

      Learn common words at home and in the kitchen.. Study common words in the school, bookshop, and farm.. Identify members of the family, names of animals, and birds..

  3. Week 3Module 2: Arabic Vocabulary Development
    • Unit 2: Numbers, Dates, the Days, the Months, the Weather and the Season · 4 hours

      Study numbers, dates, days of the week, and months of the year.. Learn about weather and season divisions..

  4. Week 4Module 2: Arabic Vocabulary Development
    • Unit 3: Human Body, Five Senses, Illness and Occupation · 4 hours

      Learn parts of the human body and the five senses.. Study illnesses and occupations..

  5. Week 5Module 2: Arabic Vocabulary Development
    • Unit 4: Some Arabic Customs and Greetings, Gender Numbers in Arabic Grammar · 4 hours

      Study Arabic customs and greetings.. Learn about gender numbers in Arabic grammar..

  6. Week 6Module 2: Arabic Vocabulary Development
    • Unit 5: The Nature, Trees, Insects, Reptiles, Inanimate Objects and Adjectives in Arabic Grammar · 4 hours

      Learn about nature, trees, insects, and reptiles.. Study inanimate objects and adjectives in Arabic grammar..

  7. Week 7Module 2: Arabic Vocabulary Development
    • Unit 6: Food, Vegetables & Fruits, Drinks, Bank and Post Office · 4 hours

      Study vocabulary related to food, vegetables, and fruits.. Learn words for drinks, banks, and the post office..

  8. Week 8Module 3: Grammar, Common Works and Selected Activities
    • Unit 1: Prepositions, Adverbs and Further Lessons on Pronouns · 4 hours

      Learn about prepositions, adverbs, and pronouns.. Practice using prepositions and adverbs in sentences.. Study personal pronouns and their usage..

  9. Week 9Module 3: Grammar, Common Works and Selected Activities
    • Unit 2: Common Words used in Hospital, Government Service, and Commerce etc · 4 hours

      Study common words used in hospitals, government services, and commerce.. Learn vocabulary related to the sea-shore and television stations..

  10. Week 10Module 3: Grammar, Common Works and Selected Activities
    • Unit 3: Relative and Interrogative Pronouns, and Introduction to Sentences Construction · 4 hours

      Learn about relative and interrogative pronouns.. Study sentence construction in Arabic..

  11. Week 11Module 3: Grammar, Common Works and Selected Activities
    • Unit 4: Directions, Measurements, School Subjects and Punctuation Marks · 4 hours

      Study directions, measurements, and education-related vocabulary.. Learn about punctuation marks in Arabic..

  12. Week 12Module 4: Short Arabic Passages
    • Unit 1: Five Selected Passages · 4 hours

      Read and understand the short Arabic passages.. Focus on word usage and sentence structure..

  13. Week 13Module 4: Short Arabic Passages
    • Unit 2: Conversation and Some Simple Arabic Poems · 4 hours

      Study the conversation examples.. Memorize wise sayings and simple Arabic poems.. Practice speaking Arabic..

Preparing for the exam

What to do
  • Review all units, focusing on vocabulary and grammar rules.
  • Practice constructing sentences using the learned vocabulary and grammar.
  • Memorize key phrases and expressions for common conversations.
  • Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions.
  • Practice reading and understanding short Arabic passages.
  • Create flashcards for vocabulary memorization.
  • Allocate specific time slots for studying each unit.
  • Focus on understanding the application of grammar rules rather than rote memorization.
  • Practice speaking Arabic with native speakers or language partners.
  • Review the examples of conversations and poems provided in the course material.

Questions students ask about this course

What is ARA111 about?

This course introduces students to Arabic conversation. It covers essential aspects of the Arabic language, including the alphabet, short and long vowels, nunation, diphthongs, and double consonants. The course also focuses on vocabulary development related to everyday activities, household items, numbers, dates, and the weather. Additionally, it explores Arabic customs, greetings, gender numbers, and basic grammar concepts. The course aims to equip students with practical conversational skills and a foundational understanding of Arabic language and culture.

How many units does ARA111 have?

ARA111, Arabic Conversation, has 14 units across 4 modules, over 87 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is ARA111?

ARA111 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Arts.

Is ARA111 hard?

ARA111 is rated beginner level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.

How long does ARA111 take to study?

About 208 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.

How is ARA111 assessed?

ARA111 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.

What can I do with ARA111?

Translator, Interpreter, Teacher, Diplomat and Journalist.

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