ARA 102 - Introductory Arabic II
Description
Introductory Arabic is a continuation of the beginning-level course in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). MSA is the language used throughout the Arab world: the Middle East. Although dialects in each region differ, MSA unites all Arabs and allows them to communicate with each other. This course offers instruction and practice in the four language skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking and introduces the pronunciation, vocabulary and basic grammar of MSA Arabic. Two dialects are taught alongside MSA, in cultural contexts, using realia, video, and readings, along with discussion about the Arab world (geography, lifestyles and attitudes).
Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4
School: School of Liberal Arts
Department: Language & Thought
Discipline: ARA
Major Course Revisions: General Education Review
Last Revision Date Effective: 20230223T14:27:11
Course Review & Revision Year: 2027-2028
Course Type:
General Education- Offering designed to meet the specific criteria for a GRCC Distribution Requirement. The course should be designated by the requirement it fulfills.
Course Format:
Lecture - 1:1
General Education Requirement: Humanities
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
2. Communication: Demonstrate effective communication through listening, speaking, reading, or writing using relevant sources and research strategies, 4. Cultural Competence: Understand diverse interpersonal and cultural perspectives through analysis of scholarly or creative works
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Read vocalized texts out loud.
2. Read unvocalized texts containing familiar vocabulary and familiar proper nouns.
3. Apply the comparative/superlative pattern.
4. Apply the pattern for ordinal numbers.
5. Conjugate certain verbs in past tense (perfect) and in present imperfect.
6. Discuss Arabic cultures in Arabic. (GELO 4)
7. Give the pattern of an adverb.
8. Identify present tense verbs in context.
9. Identify the root and the pattern of verbs.
10. List the object pronouns.
11. Recognize when to make the verb subjunctive.
12. Say the numbers up to 100.
13. Translate vocabulary used in context from English to Arabic and Arabic to English. (GELO 2)
14. Use coherent Arabic to describe weather, food, and dining. (GELO 2)
15. Articulate and understand the ways in which language shapes and reflects cultural values. (GELO 4)
16. Utilize the fundamentals of the language, vocabulary, and structures in order to communicate ideas and/or set of concepts appropriately for the context. (GELO 2)
17. Analyze current syntax, grammar, and vocabulary in order to understand the world from different points of view. (GELO 4)
18. Articulate and understand the commonalities and differences among human beings from different cultures and demographics in order to demonstrate cultural awareness. (GELO 4)
19. Understand the role of context, audience, and purpose when developing a communication.
20. When communicating, use language that is appropriate to the audience.
21. Discuss how communities, countries, or cultures differ in their values, politics, communication styles, beliefs and practices. (GELO 4)
22. Complete work accurately, with attention to detail.
23. Work well in teams and with others.
Approved for Online Delivery?: No
Course Outline:
I. GrammarA. Present and Past Tense Verbs B. Negation C. Object Pronoun D. Verbal Sentences vs. Noun sentences E. Demonstrative Adjectives F. Numbers up to 100 G. Adverbs H. Agreement of adjectives I. The verbal noun J. Comparatives and Superlatives K. Fronted Predicate L. Roots and Patterns of words M. Ordinal Numbers N. Conditionals II. Culture A. Egypt and the Levant B. Arabic Food C. Politeness in offering hospitality D. Arabic music E. Hobbies of Arabic youth F. Arabic universities G. Baccalaureate Degree H. Family dynamics I. The Family Home III. Speaking and listening A. Modern Standard Arabic B. Egyptian and Levant colloquial C. Dictation D. Video with discussion E. Oral question and answer F. Dialogue and Monologue G. Presentation
Mandatory CLO Competency Assessment Measures:
None
Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: None
Instructional Strategies:
Practicing new and old vocabulary: 5-15%Going over homework assignments: 20-30% Lecture on new material: 35-45% Conversational group activities: 20-30%
Mandatory Course Components:
1. Written Chapter Tests2. Oral Testing 3. Written Final Exam 4. Written Assignments 5. Classroom Attendance 6. Dialogues, Role-Playing or Oral Practice
Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corerequisite(s): None
Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Course Aligned with IRW: IRW 98, IRW 99
Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required
Total Lecture Hours Per Week: 4
Faculty Credential Requirements:
18 graduate credit hours in discipline being taught (HLC Requirement), Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details: Beyond the obvious need to be able to speak and understand Arabic, the instructor must also have a background in foreign language teaching or be trained in foreign language methods and techniques.
General Room Request: None
Maximum Course Enrollment: 27
Equivalent Courses: None
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit Accepted: None
AP Min. Score: NA
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1
Programs Where This Courses is a Requirement:
None
People Soft Course ID Number: 104388
Course CIP Code: 16.1101
High School Articulation Agreements exist?: No
If yes, with which high schools?: NA
Non-Credit GRCC Agreement exist?: No
If yes, with which Departments?: NA
Corporate Articulation Agreement exist?: No
If yes, with which Companies?: NA
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