Get a short introduction to the Arabic language and discover aspects of Arabic language culture in these either an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online communicative classes. Suitable for complete beginners.
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The course aims to help students to acquire a foundational understanding of the Arabic language, and to begin communicating in a few practical situations. Please note this course will focus on oral communication rather than writing.
What will we cover?
Topics include greetings, personal information, ordering food and drink.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Greet people
Introduce yourself and others
Order food and drink
Use numbers in context
Confidently pronounce basic vocabulary
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is for complete beginners.
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 audio-visual techniques when appropriate Please note that students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do homework as and when required.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Based on the tutor's own material.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Learners can progress onto an Arabic beginners: module 1 course where they will build on their basic Arabic skills.
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Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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