Elementary Modern Standard Arabic. Arabic 101 or equivalent. In 102, the basic vocabulary and fundamental structures of Arabic are continued through vocabulary lists, grammar presentations and oral and written practice based on short readings including simple news items, narration and description. There is increased emphasis on developing conversational, reading and writing skills. Daily written assignments are required involving biographical information, and writing short descriptions and narration utilizing vocabulary and structures covered in class.
Class meets four hours per week.
Grades are based on class participation, weekly achievement tests, monthly comprehensive tests, and a final exam including an oral component. Intermediate Modern Standard Arabic. Arabic 102 or 201. No previous knowledge of Arabic is required for Arabic 201. This course starts with A Programmed Course in Modern Literary Arabic Phonology and Script, by Ernest N. McCarus and Raji Rammuny.