ARA 203 Arabic for Academic Purposes
Embark on a captivating linguistic journey with our Arabic for Academic Purposes course, where students will delve into the intricacies of a language that not only serves as the native tongue for over 300 million people across the Middle East and Northern Africa but also holds profound theological significance for over 1.7 billion Muslims globally. Discover the diverse spectrum of Arabic, ranging from Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) to informal Spoken Arabic, while uncovering the uniformity of written Arabic throughout the Arab World. Throughout the course, students will develop proficiency and communication skills in Modern Standard Arabic, honing in on the academic variant crucial for scholarly publications. This transformative experience prepares students to conquer the challenges of academic writing and reading. Geared towards an Arabic as a Second Language (ASL) perspective, the course caters not only to language learners but also to native Arabic speakers seeking to bolster their academic and writing prowess. Join us as we explore the academic landscapes of Arabic, equipping you with the tools for success in your educational journey.
Learning Outcomes
Read and interpret academic Arabic texts with increasing fluency and accuracy.
Write academic essays and reports using appropriate Modern Standard Arabic structures and vocabulary.
Develop advanced academic vocabulary relevant to humanities, social sciences, and Islamic studies.
Engage in formal academic discourse, including summaries, critiques, and argument-based writing.
Distinguish between MSA, Spoken Arabic, and academic Arabic, and apply correct usage based on context.
Improve research writing skills, including citation, paraphrasing, and structuring academic arguments.
Strengthen oral communication for presentations, debates, and academic discussions in Arabic.