What's included
8 live meetings
7 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will focus on practicing the alphabet.Assessment
There is no formal assessment in this class, but I will ask the student to record herself reading a few words, or saying something about themselves in Arabic.Class Experience
Are you interested in learning Modern Standard Arabic? This is the first course in the Arabic for Beginners series, which will help you move from an absolute beginner to an intermediate level in Modern Standard Arabic. The class will meet twice a week: The first lesson of each week will focus on building knowledge of the Arabic alphabet, while the second lesson will center around building conversational skills. By the end of the 4-week course, you will be able to use the alphabet to read the phrases and expressions we have learned. WEEK 1: Lesson 1 - Introduction to the Arabic alphabet. Alphabet set 1. Lesson 2 - Introductions: Students will learn how to introduce themselves. Alphabet set 2. WEEK 2: Lesson 1 - Review of first conversation. Alphabet set 3. Lesson 2 - Alphabet set 4 and beginning reading. WEEK 3: Lesson 1 - Correction of reading assignment and alphabet set 5. Lesson 2 - Vocabulary, conversation & alphabet set 6. WEEK 4: Lesson 1 - Introduction to colors and numbers. Reading and writing practice. Lesson 2 - Correction of assignments and general review of course content.
Learning Goals
Acquiring the foundation needed to write & read in Arabic.
Learning basic structure of the language.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Lesson 1 - Introduction to the Arabic alphabet. Alphabet set 1.
Introduction to the Arabic alphabet. Alphabet set 1.
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Lesson 2 - Introductions: Students will learn how to introduce themselves. Alphabet set 2.
Introductions: Students will learn how to introduce themselves. Alphabet set 2.
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Lesson 1 - Review of first conversation. Alphabet set 3.
Review of first conversation. Alphabet set 3.
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Lesson 2 - Alphabet set 4 and beginning reading.
Alphabet set 4 and beginning reading.
55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Below are my general classroom rules and policies. These will also be explained to students when we begin class.
-For everyone's safety, and to ensure an engaging experience while learning Arabic, students are expected to have working microphones and video for the entirety of this class. They should be positioned such that we can both hear and see them.
-Students are asked not to use virtual backgrounds.
Supply List
Students will need a piece of paper and pen or pencil during class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in English from San Francisco State University, MA in Linguistics
After obtaining my B.A., I was determined to work with languages. In 2003, I joined an acclaimed center in Rabat, Morocco where I was trained to teach Arabic. I taught Modern Standard Arabic and Darija (Moroccan Arabic) to students from different parts of the world.
After moving to California, I continued working as a teacher; I taught Arabic, French, and English as a second language for various institutions, including Berlitz, ABC Languages, and Fresno State University. In 2010, I received my Master's in Linguistics from San Francisco State University.
Teaching Philosophy:
When learning a language, I believe the target language ought to be used as much as possible. While using another language, such as English, may be necessary at first, the language teacher has to minimize its use as learning progresses.
I believe that the most efficient way to learn a language is to focus on conversation. In my classes, I have always prioritized speaking to help the learner overcome the initial feeling of intimidation. Also, different people have different learning styles. As a teacher, I adapt my teaching style to the needs and learning styles of my students.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$195
for 8 classes2x per week, 4 weeks
55 min
Completed by 169 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-6 learners per class