The literature component consists of four classes dealing with Arabic literature. Current class meetings and times are listed under the Special Language Program section of the time schedule . The speaking skill is given increasing attention especially in the last two quarters of the sequence. A Textbook for Beginning Arabic Part I , as well as carefully selected outside material. At the end of each quarter, the grade is determined on the basis of three tests, in addition to homework, participation, and attendance.
Extra credit is provided for group study, Arabic software use, and cultural activities.
A social committee is elected at the beginning of each quarter to help coordinate such cultural activities as Arabic potluck dinners, visits to local restaurants, printing of Arabic t-shirts, etc. In this one-year sequence emphasis continues to be given to reading and writing standard Arabic, or fusha. Accordingly, frequent written assignments, dealing with textbook-related homework and several short essays, will be required on a regular basis. Also, greater attention is paid to enhancing the students' speaking proficiency at this level. A Textbook for Beginning Arabic Part II , as well as carefully selected outside material.