MEAR 40025 - Advanced Composition and Conversation

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

Arabic Language and Literature

Description:

This course deals with aspects of Modern Standard Arabic in a comprehensive and integrated method, including vocabulary and phrases, reading comprehension, grammar, conversation, writing, and listening. The course will primarily focus on the contemporary Arabic that is understandable all over the Arab world and used in social, business, and intellectual gatherings. The students will also be exposed to the colloquial Arabic and the Arab culture through watching Arabic TV programs, movies, and other audio-visual programs accompanied with reading social magazines and other authentic materials. The course will enable the students to write relatively long Arabic essays, develop efficient reading skills, listen to and discuss topics of general and professional interest, be knowledgeable of Arabic culture, be able to express themselves fluently and conduct conversations dealing with issues presented in the course material.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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