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ARABIC AS A 2ND LANGUAGE

This course introduces students to Arabic as a second language through authentic Arabic texts. It consists of 15 units under 3 modules, focusing on orthodox Arabic texts from authoritative sources. The course aims to improve students' reading, speaking, and writing abilities in Arabic. Students will enrich their vocabulary, construct correct Arabic sentences, and comprehend Arabic passages. Grammatical and rhetorical drills are provided to enhance understanding and fluency in Arabic.

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90h
Study Time
13
Weeks
7h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Arabic languageOrthodox textsVocabularyGrammarRhetoric

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
beginner
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Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Arabic Language

2

Reading Comprehension

3

Vocabulary Acquisition

4

Grammar

5

Rhetoric

6

Islamic Texts

7

Arabic Literature

8

Cultural Context

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Industry Applications

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 1: What is your opinion on pocket money? (اَُ اّأُاك في اَ صْارو بِ لَ اَي بِ؟)

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to pocket money and its effects on children.
  • •Answer comprehension questions on the text.
  • •Formulate your own opinion on the topic of pocket money.
  • •Suggest an alternative title for the text based on its content.
Week
2

Module 1: Learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 2: The sword of Allah (اُ لب يَا)

2 study hours
  • •Understand the reason for naming Khalid bin Walid 'Saifullah'.
  • •Discuss the rewards for a Christian converting to Islam.
  • •Analyze the effect of Islam on Jurjah, the new convert.
  • •Identify key vocabulary related to Islamic concepts and historical figures.
Week
3

Module 1: Learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 3: Piety to the parents (ر لَ اَلبَ اَُ بَ)

2 study hours
  • •Quote Islamic verses that support showing piety to parents.
  • •List legal duties to parents in Islam.
  • •Explain why mothers are given more focus regarding piety than fathers.
  • •Discuss the rights and responsibilities of children towards their parents.
Week
4

Module 1: Learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 4: Helping the Needy (م صَْاُ بِي اَ لَ ا ا َ اَُ اع اٍَ)

2 study hours
  • •Identify categories of people in need.
  • •Discuss ways the rich can assist the needy.
  • •Suggest additional methods to help those in need.
  • •Reflect on the importance of gratitude for blessings and helping others.
Week
5

Module 1: Learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 5: The pious Umar (ّ ر لَباُ ر ا ع ام ا)

2 study hours
  • •Answer comprehension questions about Umar's actions towards his mother.
  • •Discuss important points from the passage regarding piety.
  • •Use words from the passage to construct complete sentences.
  • •Analyze the practical application of Islamic teachings on filial piety.
Week
6

Module 2: learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 1: the ant (ن صم َّل)

2 study hours
  • •Identify special characteristics of ants in their environment.
  • •Point out similarities between ants and human beings.
  • •Construct correct sentences using verbal sentence structures from the passage.
  • •Analyze the social behavior and organizational skills of ants.
Week
7

Module 2: learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 2: power is unity (ٍَة ن ِ َا ل باتبّ اُْ ا)

2 study hours
  • •Answer comprehension questions on the passage about unity.
  • •Write correct meanings of vocabularies from the passage.
  • •Identify past and present tenses in the passage.
  • •Discuss the importance of unity and the adverse effects of disunity.
Week
8

Module 2: learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 3: With the Doctor (بعصّ اَ لَ َببي ب)

2 study hours
  • •Answer comprehension questions on the passage.
  • •Use medical and hospital expressions in correct sentences.
  • •Give plurals of singular words from the passage.
  • •Identify Sun Letters and Moon Letters in Arabic.
  • •Understand the procedure to follow when seeking medical treatment.
Week
9

Module 2: learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 4: In the form (فبي لَ ام صْ اّ اع بُ)

2 study hours
  • •Answer comprehension questions on the passage.
  • •Identify words and their opposites.
  • •Differentiate between Tā al-marbūta and Hā.
  • •Identify stressed and unstressed Arabic words.
  • •Discuss the importance and value of palm dates.
Week
10

Module 2: learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 5: I trained you (أا صَ اَ صر بت)

2 study hours
  • •Answer comprehension questions on the passage.
  • •Construct correct sentences with words from the passage.
  • •Create similar expressions based on examples from the passage.
  • •Analyze Socrates' wisdom in dealing with his wife.
  • •Understand the importance of patience and wisdom in relationships.
Week
11

Module 2: learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

2h

Unit 6: Stinginess (ا صَ ال لَب)

2 study hours
  • •Answer comprehension questions on the passage.
  • •Create your own expressions following examples from the passage.
  • •Write numbers in Arabic correctly.
  • •Identify words and their opposites.
  • •Discuss the negative impacts of stinginess on individuals and society.
Week
12

Module 1: Learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

3h

Module 1: Review and TMA Preparation

3 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Module 1.
  • •Practice reading and comprehension of selected passages.
  • •Work on vocabulary building exercises.
  • •Prepare for Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) related to Module 1.
Week
13

Module 2: learning the five language skills: reading, writing, listening, conversation and comprehension through the following selected Arabic classical Texts

3h

Module 2: Review and TMA Preparation

3 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from Module 2.
  • •Practice reading and comprehension of selected passages.
  • •Work on vocabulary building exercises.
  • •Prepare for Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) related to Module 2.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all study units and focus on key vocabulary and grammatical structures.

2

Practice answering comprehension questions from the self-assessment exercises.

3

Create flashcards for new vocabulary words and expressions.

4

Review tutor-marked assignments and incorporate feedback.

5

Practice reading Arabic passages aloud to improve fluency.

6

Focus on understanding the cultural context of the texts.

7

Allocate specific time slots for studying each week and stick to the schedule.

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