Arabic Course 102 (Level 2)
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COVID-19 update: arrangement of our courses
We are now delivering courses online and in-person. Please check the delivery format of each class before enrolling.
Please note that course materials (excluding prescribed texts) are shared electronically within 48 hours of course commencement. Printing is not available.
Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
This Arabic course will expand upon the introductory material covered in Arabic Course 101: Beginners, with a focus on grammatical structures, speaking skills and increasing vocabulary.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- recognise extra special characters in the Arabic language
- recognise certain grammatical markers that are used in the higher register of formal Arabic
- recognise the usage of the subject and the possessive pronouns
- use verbs with all persons (formal and colloquia)
- recognise the possessive pronoun agreement
- increase your vocabulary by an additional 800 words
- introduce yourself: identity, profession, place of living
- place an order in a restaurant or coffee shop
- read and understand vocalised simple text
- write simple short sentences used in greetings and in introducing yourself.
Content
- The Taa Marbuu Ta
- The Alif Maqsoora
- Writing the Hamza
- The Tanween
- The definite article
- The Nisba adjective
- Subject pronouns – dual and plural
- Ismiyyah sentence
- Names and gender
- Housework
Intended audience
Suitable for A1 level participants, those who have completed Arabic 101, or those who have completed 20 hours of recent tuition.
Delivery style
Delivered as a series of interactive workshops where active participation is encouraged.
Prescribed text
Alif Baa: Introduction to Arabic Letters and Sounds (3rd Edition 2010) by Brustad et al., Georgetown University Press, ISBN: 9781589016323.
Al-Kitaab Fii Ta Callum Al-cArabiyya: A Textbook for Beginning Arabic: Part One (3rd Edition) by Abbas Al-Tonsi, Kristen Brustad & Mahmoud Al-Batal, Georgetown University Press, ISBN: 9781589017368.
Based on chapters 9 and 10 of Alif Baa and Chapter 1 of Al-Kitaab. The text is used for activities and forms the basis for consolidation and practice between meetings. Additional supplementary resources will also be provided to cover general topics.
Textbooks should only be purchased after confirmation is received from us. This usually occurs up to five days prior to commencement.
Suggested textbook supplier
booktopia
booktopia.com.au
Please note that in some cases, our suggested supplier may not stock your prescribed text. Please check stock availability prior to signing up for any membership.
Please note
Selected courses that teach spoken language may include use of language immersion (course instruction in the selected language) as part of the training strategy.
Features
- $200 repeat class - Conditions apply
- Small class size (~20 max)
- Central location
Language courses are offered in four terms each year during January, April, July and October.
What others say.
I enjoyed meeting people from different professional backgrounds. Very happy with the friendly and dedicated tutors.
Great tutor, very enthusiastic and inspiring. It’s fun!
Excellent, fantastic, great! Now I can say couple of words about my self in Arabic! I can read most of the words and even write some names by myself without errors. Feel ready to study further!
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...When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
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Thu 29 Apr 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 06 May 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 13 May 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 20 May 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 27 May 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 03 Jun 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 10 Jun 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 17 Jun 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 24 Jun 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom | |
Thu 01 Jul 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
If there isn't a class to suit you, please join the waiting list.
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What others say.
- Excellent, fantastic, great! Now I can say couple of words about my self in Arabic! I can read most of the words and even write some names by myself without errors. Feel ready to study further!
- The teacher was fantastic. It was such a pleasure to attend this class.
- Great tutor, very enthusiastic and inspiring. It's fun!
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