Formal spoken Arabic basic course with MP3 files
By: Karin C. Ryding and David J. Mehall.
Contributors: Mehall, David J.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Series: Georgetown classics in Arabic language and linguistics
Publisher: Georgetown University Press
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Washington, D.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 365
Subjects: Arabic language -- Grammar.; Arabic language -- Textbooks for foreign speakers -- English.
Genres: Textbooks for foreign speakers
Description: With a non-grammar-based approach, this book fosters communicative competence in Arabic on all levels and develops speaking proficiency without abandoning Arabic script. It has proven to be clear, effective, and relevant to the needs of Americans living and working in the Arab East. Task-based lessons feature basic dialogues between Americans and Arabs, explanations of new structures, vocabulary expansion, and exercises; and provide gradual access to the sounds and script of Arabic by emphasizing listening and reading comprehension first, then slowly adding oral exercises and activities until the student has achieved basic proficiency. -- Back cover.