Arabic Conversation Ii
- Arts
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 94 pages
- 14 units
This course introduces students to Arabic Conversation II. It consists of 15 units under 3 modules. The course covers features of Arabic, definite and indefinite articles, simple nominal and verbal sentences, and the difference between prose and poetry. Students will develop reading and writing abilities with vocalized and unvocalized texts, analyze difficult words, and improve vocabulary acquisition, focusing on the African context and Nigeria.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 195 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- No
- ARA111 Arabic Conversation I
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ARA112, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1: READING AND WRITING ABILITY OF FULLY VOCALIZED SHORT ARABIC PROSE TEXTSPage 32
- UNIT 2: FURTHER READING AND COMPREHENSION OF VOCALIZED ARABIC PROSE TEXTSPage 36
- UNIT 3: READING AND UNDERSTANDING OF UN- VOCALIZED ARABIC PROSE TEXTSPage 41
- UNIT 4: READING AND UNDERSTANDING OF FULLY VOCALIZED ARABIC POETRY TEXTSPage 46
- UNIT 5: READING AND UNDERSTANDING OF UN- VOCALIZED ARABIC POETRY TEXTSPage 51
- UNIT 1: READING AND UNDERSTANDING OF FAIRLY DIFFICULT WORDS OF VOCALIZED LONG ARABIC PROSE TEXTSPage 56
- UNIT 2: READING AND COMPREHENSION OF UN-VOCALIZED LONG ARABIC PROSE TEXTS.Page 64
- UNIT 3: READING AND UNDERSTANDING OF VOCALIZED LONG ARABIC POETRY TEXTS.Page 68
- UNIT 4: READING AND UNDERSTANDING OF UN- VOCALIZED LONG ARABIC POETRYPage 74
- UNIT 5: READING AND ANALYSIS OF FAIRLY DIFFICULT WORDS FROM VOCALIZED AND UN-VOCALIZED LONG ARABIC POETRY TEXTS.Page 79
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ARA112 · UNIT 2 : USE OF DEFINITE AND INDEFINITE ARTICLES IN ARABIC
The letters of Arabic alphabet are 28. They are called Al-hurūf al- hijāiyyah. These letters are classified into two groups. The first group known as hurūf al-qamariyyah or moon letters consists of 14 letters while the other group known as hurūf sh-shamsiyyah or sun letters also consists of 14 letters.
What you should be able to do
- Discuss the importance of the Arabic language
- Differentiate between Arabic definite and indefinite articles
- Identify Arabic nominal and verbal sentences
- Build a bank of Arabic language vocabulary
- Read and understand vocalized and un-vocalized Arabic passages from prose and poetry texts
- Write and compose Arabic sentences
What it prepares you for
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Arabic Language Teacher
- Linguist
- Content Creator
- Education
- Translation Services
- International Relations
- Journalism
- Diplomacy
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3:
Unit 2: Reading and Comprehension of Un-vocalized Long Arabic Prose Texts
Requires understanding of advanced vocabulary and complex sentence structures common in classical Arabic prose.
- Module 3:
Unit 4: Reading and Understanding of Un-vocalized Long Arabic Poetry
Requires familiarity with classical Arabic poetic forms and ability to interpret nuanced meanings without vocalization.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Historical Features of Arabic Language · 2 hours
Read about the historical background and features of the Arabic language.. Identify the relevance of Arabic to social, economic, and religious life.. Discuss the importance of Arabic as an international language..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Use of Definite and Indefinite Articles in Arabic · 2 hours
Study the Arabic alphabet and its divisions into moon and sun letters.. Learn to pronounce words prefixed with definite articles.. Understand the concept of Tanwin as an indefinite article..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Construction of simple nominal sentences · 2 hours
Learn the structure of simple nominal sentences in Arabic.. Identify the components of a nominal sentence (subject and predicate).. Practice constructing simple nominal sentences..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: Study of selected Arabic prose and poetry texts · 2 hours
Study selected Arabic prose texts to understand their structure and style.. Study selected Arabic poetry texts to understand their structure and style.. Identify the key elements of both prose and poetry..
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: The Difference Between Prose And Poetry With Examples · 2 hours
Differentiate between Arabic prose and poetry.. Analyze examples of letter writing and story writing as forms of Arabic prose.. Recognize the characteristics of Arabic poems..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 1: Reading and Writing Ability Of Fully Vocalized Short Arabic Prose Texts · 2 hours
Practice reading and writing fully vocalized short Arabic prose texts.. Pay attention to the correct pronunciation and vocalization of words.. Formulate simple Arabic sentences with full vocalization..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 2: Further Reading and Comprehension Of Vocalized Short Arabic Prose Texts · 2 hours
Engage in further reading and comprehension of vocalized short Arabic prose texts.. Identify the use of short and long vowels in vocalization.. Analyze the structure and meaning of the texts..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 3: Reading and Understanding of Un-vocalized Short Arabic Prose Texts · 2 hours
Read and understand un-vocalized short Arabic prose texts.. Practice reading without the aid of vocalization marks.. Develop skills in recognizing words and understanding their meaning in context..
- Week 9Module 2:
Unit 4: Reading and Understanding of Fully Vocalized Arabic Poetry Texts · 2 hours
Read and understand fully vocalized Arabic poetry texts.. Pay attention to the rhythm, rhyme, and structure of the poems.. Analyze the themes and messages conveyed in the poems..
- Week 10Module 2:
Unit 5: Reading and Understanding of Un-vocalized Arabic Poetry Texts · 2 hours
Read and understand un-vocalized Arabic poetry texts.. Practice reading poetry without vocalization marks.. Develop skills in interpreting the meaning of the poems..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 1: Reading and Understanding of Fairly Difficult Words of Vocalized Long Arabic Prose Texts · 2 hours
Read and understand fairly difficult words of vocalized long Arabic prose texts.. Analyze the meaning and usage of complex vocabulary.. Practice reading longer passages with vocalization..
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit 2: Reading and Comprehension of Un-vocalized Long Arabic Prose Texts · 2 hours
Read and comprehend un-vocalized long Arabic prose texts.. Develop skills in reading and understanding complex passages without vocalization.. Expand vocabulary and improve reading fluency..
- Week 13Module 3:
Unit 3: Reading and Understanding of Vocalized Long Arabic Poetry Texts · 2 hours
Read and understand vocalized long Arabic poetry texts.. Analyze the structure, rhythm, and meaning of longer poems.. Practice reading and interpreting complex poetic language..
Unit 4: Reading and Understanding of Un-vocalized Long Arabic Poetry · 2 hours
Read and understand un-vocalized long Arabic poetry. Analyze the structure, rhythm, and meaning of longer poems.. Practice reading and interpreting complex poetic language..
Unit 5: Reading and Analysis of Fairly Difficult Words From Vocalized and Un-vocalized Long Arabic Poetry Texts · 2 hours
Reading and analysis of fairly difficult words from vocalized and un-vocalized long Arabic poetry texts.. Analyze the structure, rhythm, and meaning of longer poems.. Practice reading and interpreting complex poetic language..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all study units, focusing on key vocabulary and grammar concepts.
- Practice reading vocalized and un-vocalized texts to improve fluency.
- Complete all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments.
- Create flashcards for difficult words and phrases.
- Practice constructing simple sentences and paragraphs in Arabic.
- Review the differences between prose and poetry and identify examples of each.
- Focus on understanding the main themes and messages of the selected texts.
- Allocate specific time slots for revision and practice each day.
- Attempt previous years' exam questions to familiarize yourself with the format and difficulty level.
Questions students ask about this course
What is ARA112 about?
This course introduces students to Arabic Conversation II. It consists of 15 units under 3 modules. The course covers features of Arabic, definite and indefinite articles, simple nominal and verbal sentences, and the difference between prose and poetry. Students will develop reading and writing abilities with vocalized and unvocalized texts, analyze difficult words, and improve vocabulary acquisition, focusing on the African context and Nigeria.
How many units does ARA112 have?
ARA112, Arabic Conversation Ii, has 14 units across 3 modules, over 94 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ARA112?
ARA112 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Arts.
Is ARA112 hard?
ARA112 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work.
How long does ARA112 take to study?
About 195 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is ARA112 assessed?
ARA112 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What do I need before starting ARA112?
ARA111 Arabic Conversation I
What can I do with ARA112?
Translator, Interpreter, Arabic Language Teacher, Linguist and Content Creator.