Arabic course London part-time: City Lit

Arabic 3: module 1

Develop your fluency on this course taught in Arabic, with the emphasis on listening and speaking. Suitable if you have studied Arabic for three years or have a fairly good command of the language.

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Key course information

Dates
24/09/11 - 10/12/11

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
12 weeks

Time
11:40 - 13:10

Fees
Full fee: £112
Senior fee: £73
Concession: £38

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LA311

Availability
This course has finished

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languages@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2644

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course aims to improve your intermediate level competence in all skills so that you can communicate more effectively and confidently with Arabic speakers.

What topics will we cover?

It is based on Al-Kitaab, Part One, Georgetown University press, chapters 16-17. The main topics/issues covered are: Arabic culture and politics, life in the Arab World vs. abroad, media Arabic.
Grammar: consolidation of previously learnt grammar, the verb patterns 1-10, the masdar, the verbal nouns corresponding to the verb patterns, and the active/passive participles (patterns), expressing similarities using the particles: ka, mithl, ka’anna, and kamaa, irregular/defective verbs relevant to level.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Understand the main ideas of extended speech/long texts and can follow the lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar

- Interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity with Arabic speakers

- Express opinions, discuss advantages/disadvantages of various options

- Produce texts with a degree of clarity and detail on a range of subjects and experiences.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Students should have studied Arabic for approximately 3 years recently or have developed an equivalent competence in the language. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You will be expected to buy the course textbook: Al-Kitaab, Part One, Georgetown University press.
Other listening comprehension materials will be provided by the teacher.
Please try: Grant and Cutler - www.grantandcutler.com (020 7734 2012).

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Tutor’s feedback during/after each classroom activity (see no.5 above).Students' self assessment.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Arabic 3: module 2
General information and advice on courses at the City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop open daily 11-7 Monday to Friday and Saturday from 10-2 term time. 12-5 non term time. See the programme guide for further details.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Thursday 12.30–13.30

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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