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Contemporary Arabic Prose

This course introduces students to contemporary Arabic prose, focusing on modern expressions and terminologies. It explores the evolution of Arabic literature through pre-Islamic, Islamic, Umayyad, Abbasid, Turkish, and modern periods. Students will gain insights into modern Arabic usage in literary works, journals, and daily press. The course aims to enhance speaking and writing skills in contemporary Arabic, enabling students to appreciate modern styles and key issues shaping modern Arabic expressions.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Modern Arabic ProseArabic LiteratureContemporary ArabicArabic TerminologiesModern Expressions

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Modern Arabic Prose

2

Arabic Literary Arts

3

Modern Arabic Terminologies

4

Arabic Essays

5

Arabic Oratory

6

Arabic Stories and Novels

Total Topics6 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

Career Opportunities

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Translator

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Interpreter

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Arabic Language Teacher

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Journalist

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Content Writer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationMediaGovernmentInternational RelationsTranslation Services

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to the Modern Arabic Prose

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to modern Arabic prose.
  • •Understand the deference between old and modern expressions.
  • •Identify factors responsible for the development of modern Arabic prose.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: Arts of the modern Arabic Prose

2 study hours
  • •Explore the kinds of Arabic literary prose in the modern period.
  • •Study the characteristics and features of each kind.
  • •Understand the different spheres of the types of Arabic prose.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 3: Features of the modern Arabic Prose and some of its Scholars

2 study hours
  • •Learn about the features of modern Arabic prose.
  • •Study the names of modern Arabic prosaic scholars.
  • •Evaluate the scholastic styles of modern Arabic prose.
Week
4

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: Example of modern Arabic Essay and Oratory

2 study hours
  • •Study a passage of modern Arabic essay.
  • •Study a passage of modern Arabic oratory.
  • •Understand how Arabic essays and oratory are written in the modern period.
Week
5

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: Example of modern Arabic Story and Novel

2 study hours
  • •Study a passage from a modern Arabic story.
  • •Study a passage from a modern Arabic novel.
  • •Understand how stories and novels are written in modern Arabic language.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: Example of modern Arabic Novel and Epistles

2 study hours
  • •Study a passage from drama as an example of modern Arabic language.
  • •Study a passage of letter writing of modern Arabic language.
  • •Understand how Arabic drama and letters are written in the modern period.
Week
7

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: Modern Arabic Terminologies

2 study hours
  • •Learn modern Arabic terminology used in education.
  • •Study the same terminologies in English language.
  • •Understand the application of these terminologies in the field of education.
Week
8

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: A Passage from Modern Arabic texts in literature

2 study hours
  • •Study a passage from modern Arabic texts in literature.
  • •Identify attractive expressions used in the passage.
  • •Learn modern terms used in the passage.
Week
9

Module 3:

2h

Unit 3: A Passage from Modern Arabic texts in Education

2 study hours
  • •Study a passage from modern Arabic texts in education.
  • •Identify attractive expressions used in the passage.
  • •Learn modern terms used in the passage.
Week
10

Module 3:

2h

Unit 4: A Passage from Modern Arabic texts in Politics

2 study hours
  • •Study a passage from modern Arabic texts in politics.
  • •Identify attractive expressions used in the passage.
  • •Learn modern terms used in the passage.
Week
11

Module 3:

2h

Unit 5: A Passage from Modern Arabic texts in Science

2 study hours
  • •Study a passage from modern Arabic texts in science.
  • •Identify attractive expressions used in the passage.
  • •Learn modern terms used in the passage.
Week
12

Module 3:

2h

Unit 6: A Passage from Modern Arabic texts on Society

2 study hours
  • •Study a passage from modern Arabic texts on society.
  • •Identify attractive expressions used in the passage.
  • •Learn modern terms used in the passage.
Week
13

Final Revision

4h

Final Revision and Assignments

4 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Work on assignments.
  • •Prepare for final examination.

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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 concepts and terminologies.

2

Practice writing essays and short passages in modern Arabic.

3

Familiarize yourself with different styles of Arabic prose.

4

Study examples of modern Arabic literature and oratory.

5

Review tutor-marked assignments and feedback.

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