Intermediate Arabic Language
| Module title | Intermediate Arabic Language |
|---|---|
| Module code | ARA3190 |
| Academic year | 2019/0 |
| Credits | 30 |
| Module staff | Ms Abla Oudeh Mahmoud (Lecturer) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 20 |
|---|
Module description
This is a core module for MArabic students. Having spent a year abroad in an Arabic- speaking country, you now have a deeper knowledge of Arabic language and culture. You can also speak a dialect of Arabic. This module builds on this experience and develops active and passive learning of Arabic through a wide range of written and audio-visual materials. It will enable you to strengthen your awareness of the different styles and registers of Arabic and to develop skills in composition and translation. The module also aims to consolidate the use of colloquial Arabic.
Module aims - intentions of the module
Building on the year abroad learning experience, this module aims to develop a deeper knowledge of grammatical and syntactical structures; to develop active and passive learning of Arabic through a wide range of written and audio-visual materials; to strengthen your awareness of different styles and registers of Arabic; to broaden your skills in using Arabic; and to develop skills in composition and translation. The module also aims to consolidate the use of colloquial Arabic.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Understand and competently employ grammatical and syntactical features of written Arabic and spoken Arabic;
- 2. Demonstrate the ability to read various genres of Arabic texts, write in Arabic, as well as translate from and into written Arabic, with and without the use of bilingual and monolingual dictionaries;
- 3. Demonstrate the ability to listen to and understand colloquial and media Arabic and communicate in standard and colloquial Arabic;
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 4. Competently express ideas in Arabic in writing;
- 5. Confidently communicate nuanced thoughts and ideas verbally in Arabic;
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 6. Employ sophisticated time management skills including in the effective conduct of independent study;
- 7. Communicate effectively (in written form and orally) in a foreign language indicating enhanced communication skills.
Syllabus plan
Whilst the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, it is envisaged that the syllabus will cover some or all of the following topics:
- Reading: You will be introduced to different types of texts, editorials, texts on history, current affairs, literature etc.
- Writing: You will be introduced to different styles of writing. You will learn how to present a topic, a discussion and a conclusion.
- Translation: You will become familiar with a range of text types by translating them from Arabic into English and from English into Arabic.
- Grammar: You will develop your knowledge of grammar and syntax.
- Listening and Speaking: This includes listening to media Arabic, broadcasts, news, interviews, documentaries etc. and speaking about various topics in colloquial or modern standard Arabic.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 176 | 124 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity | 44 | 22 x 2 hours translation |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity | 44 | 22 x 2 hours reading, writing and grammar |
| Scheduled learning and teaching activity | 22 | 11 x 2 hours literature |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity | 44 | 22 x 2 hours speaking |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity | 22 | 11 x 2 hours listening |
| Guided Independent Study | 124 | Homework assignments over two terms: Translation: 22 h Reading &writing: 22h Literature: 22h Speaking: 22h Media listening: 36h |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly assignments on one or more of the following components: Writing, reading, translation, oral presentations and literature | Weekly assignments on one or more of the components. | 1-7 | Written and verbal feedback |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 50 | 20 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous assessment | 30 | 1 written in class test per term (80%) 2 hours - 1Listening test per term (10%) 30 minutes - 1 Speaking test per term: oral presentations (10%) 15 minutes | 1-7 | Written and verbal feedback |
| Oral examination | 10 | 15 minutes | 4 speaking | Written and verbal feedback |
| Listening examination | 10 | 30 minutes | 4 Listening | Written and verbal feedback |
| Written examination | 50 | 3 hours | 1-7 | Written and verbal feedback |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | Written examination (3 hours) 50% | 1- 7 | August/September reassessment period |
| Continuous assessment | Written examination (2 hours) 30 % | 1- 7 | August/September reassessment period |
| Oral examination | Oral examination (15 minutes) 10% | 4 speaking | August/September reassessment period |
| Listening examination | Listening examination (30 minutes) 10% | 4 Listening | August/September reassessment period |
Re-assessment notes
Referral/ deferral: Written examination 1 x 3 hour written paper (50%); Listening examination (10%); and Oral examination (10%); Written examination (30%) if student fails the continuous assessment.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Texts:
Faruk Abu-Chacra, Arabic: An Essential Grammar, Routledge, London 2007.
Haywood and Nahmad, A New Arabic Grammar of the Written Language, Lund Humphries, London 2005.
Brustad, Al-Batal, Al-Tonsi, Al-Kitab (vol.3), Georgetown University Press, Washington DC, 2004.
Supporting Materials:
Wehr, A Dictionary of Modern Written Arabic, Harrassowitz, Wiesbaden, 1976.
Concise Oxford English-Arabic Dictionary of Current Usage, Oxford University Press, 1982.
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
ELE – http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/
| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 15 |
| Module pre-requisites | ARA1033 and ARA2012 Year Abroad (or equivalent) |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 6 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 30/09/2013 |
| Last revision date | 17/09/2018 |
