Arabic for Beginners II
| Module title | Arabic for Beginners II |
|---|---|
| Module code | ARA2148 |
| Academic year | 2020/1 |
| Credits | 30 |
| Module staff |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 20 |
|---|
Module description
This module is designed for students who have completed ARA1015 Arabic for Beginners I. It aims to enhance your reading, writing and communication skills in Modern Written Arabic. By the end of the course, you are expected to achieve basic to intermediate proficiency in the language. Using a mixture of narrative-based and authentic content, both written texts and audio- visual material, you will be able to work on all language-related skills, including reading, listening, speaking, writing and cultural knowledge. You will be encouraged to practice outside of class by means of the materials provided.
Module aims - intentions of the module
This module aims to enhance your reading, writing and communication skills in Modern Written Arabic. The module aims to develop all language-related skills, including reading, listening, speaking, writing and cultural knowledge, by means of written texts and audio-visual clips. By the end of the course, you are expected to have achieved basic to intermediate proficiency in the language.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Use grammatical tools learned on the module to create and understand complex sentences that include main and subordinate clauses;
- 2. Use acquired vocabulary to converse and write on a range of topics, including: oneself; friends, family and colleagues; work; and location
- 3. translate basic pieces of discourse between Arabic and English;
- 4. understanding of simple audio-visual clips in Modern Standard Arabic.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Apply elementary grammar rules in writing and in conversation;
- 6. read more advanced texts on a variety of topics and understand the main ideas with and without a dictionary.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 7. Develop time management skills and ability to conduct independent study;
- 8. Work in pairs and groups in conversation
- 9. Demonstrate the ability to work independently, within a limited time frame, and without access to external sources, to complete a specified task.
Syllabus plan
Learning/Teaching Methods
Interactive language learning approach: Pair work, group work, and work in the language laboratory. Emphasis on active and passive learning, listening and reading skills, as well as developing confidence to speak Arabic. Directed independent learning and private study.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 110 | 190 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activity | 66 | Lectures (3 hrs/wk, scheduled). Emphasis on active and passive learning, listening and reading skills, as well as developing confidence to speak Arabic. |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activity | 44 | Group and pair work (2hrs/week, scheduled) with emphasis on conversation and writing skills. |
| Guided Independent study | 22 | Language laboratory work with the help of DVDs provided |
| Guided Independent study | 22 | Preparation for assessed in-class tests contribute towards continuous assessment mark. An average mark will be taken of all the marks of assessed in-class tests. |
| Guided Independent study | 146 | Private study, including reviewing new grammar rules learned in class; learning vocabulary; practising grammar and vocabulary through drill exercises; preparatory reading and vocabulary acquisition; reading for comprehension and language development; listening to and watching audio-visual materials; writing short compositions; web-based activities; revising for examinations. |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listening/ writing homework | 10 assignments; 30 minutes per assignment | 1,3 | Verbal and/or written |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | 50 | 3 hours | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9 | Written feedback |
| Listening examination | 10 | 30 minutes | 1, 3, 4, 7, 9 | Written and/or oral feedback |
| Oral examination | 10 | 7 minutes | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9 | Oral feedback |
| Continuous assessment | 30 | One test in the fifth week of each term, and one in the tenth week | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 9 | Written and/or oral 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | Examination (3 hours) | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9 | August/September reassessment period |
| Listening Examination | Listening examination (30 minutes) | 1, 3, 4, 7, 9 | August/September reassessment period |
| Oral Examination | Oral examination (7 minutes) | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9 | August/September reassessment period |
| Continuous assessment | Written assignment (300 words in Arabic, 2 hrs) | 3, 4, 5, 7 | August/September reassessment period |
Re-assessment notes
The examination replacing the continuous assessment will focus on essay composition in Arabic and on translation of extended texts in Arabic and English.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Indicative Basic Reading List:
Al-Mashrafi, A.N.S., At-Takallum: A Comprehensive Modern Arabic Course, Elementary A2. The Light Inc., 2017.
Supporting Materials:
Wehr, H, A Dictionary of Modern Written Arabic, Harrassowitz, Wiesbaden 1979.
| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 15 |
| Module pre-requisites | ARA1015 Arabic for Beginners I or equivalent |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 5 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 01/10/2005 |
| Last revision date | 02/09/2020 |
