ARA 101 Arabic for Beginners ( Level1)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Arabic language skills are significant for students who wish to study Islam and Muslim civilizations. Through lectures, reflection, and interactive activities, beginner students learn Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), the standardized, literary Arabic that is used in formal settings. They build their vocabulary, develop, and apply their Arabic communication skills, both orally and in writing. Throughout the course, students will engage in immersive and interactive learning
activities, building a solid foundation in Arabic while comprehensively understanding Islamic values and history. Tailored to meet the needs of beginners, the course seamlessly integrates practical language skills with Islamic studies, ensuring students acquire both linguistic competence and cultural insight. Read More
ARA 105 ARABIC FOR BEGINNERS (LEVEL 2)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Knowledge of Arabic language and its associated cultural practices, values, attitudes, and norms opens more doors to the Muslim world and Arabic speaking communities than would otherwise be available. In this course, students participate in lectures and interactive learning activities and engage in studying more complex grammatical structures, vocabulary in connection with Muslim and Arab cultures, daily life, festivals, poetry, music, stories, issues of identity, ethics, spirituality, and other facets of their culture. They use the structures and vocabulary in listening, speaking, and writing activities. Students explore a wide variety of styles of writing and genres of literature from different periods of Islamic history through authentic, primary texts. Read More
IJC 405 Da’wah Methodology (Islamic Call)
The course “IJC 405 Da’wah Methodologies (Islamic Call)” delves into the profound mission of daʿwah, which lies at the core of God’s Prophets. Throughout history, these chosen emissaries emerged within their communities, inviting people to worship God exclusively while forsaking the worship of fabricated deities. This course provides students with a comprehensive exploration of the Islamic call, or daʿwah, from the time of Prophet Adam to the era of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon them). Students will engage with various topics, including the historical context, methods employed, and objectives pursued during daʿwah across different time periods. They will gain insights into the fundamentals of Islam, as well as the nature, significance, mechanics, and extent of daʿwah. Furthermore, the course covers the art of presenting daʿwah effectively, examining the qualities of a daʿi and drawing inspiration from the guidance of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and the teachings of the Qurʾan. Exploring both classical (turath) and contemporary sources on daʿwah, students will critically analyze diverse thoughts and ideas. They will also be exposed to an integrated approach that combines Revealed Knowledge and Social Sciences, enabling them to apply daʿwah within the complex framework of modern societies. Read More