ISL364 Modern Standard Arabic (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Theology (THEOL)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject introduces students to Modern Standard Arabic as the formal Arabic language used in all contemporary written and spoken Arabic. It will assist students to develop proficiency and knowledge of Modern Standard Arabic and to explain the differences to Classical Arabic. Basic knowledge of the different Arabic cultures in everyday life and interpersonal scenarios are also covered. This subject will prepare students for further study in Classical Arabic.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Distance * | United Theological College |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ISL364
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to identify the similarities and differences between Modern Standard Arabic and Classical Arabic
- be able to demonstrate proficiency in communicating orally and in writing using formal Arabic
- be able to identify the various cultures of the Arab world and discern their main differences
- be able to demonstrate measurable improvement in reading, writing, speaking and comprehension skills
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Main differences and similarities between Classical Arabic and Modern Standard Arabic
- Common sentences used in greetings, introductions and conversations
- Words and sentences used in Family, neighbourhood and daily life
- Phrases and vocabularly associated with higher education, workplace and trade
- Words and phrases used in travel, religion and health
Residential School
This subject contains a optional 2 day residential school.
The purpose of the optional residential school is to provide an opportunity for exploration of the overall coursework covered. In addition to content review, this part of the course aims to facilitate an interactive session between the teaching academics and students.
Face to face contact is an important part of learning a language. Students will be involved in small group exercises, discussions, visual presentation and one-on-one sessions with the subject coordinator, lecturers and tutors. This will enable the students and teaching staff to address any issues that may arise. Material and summary content covered in this session will be a valuable contribution towards the major assessment tasks.
Specialised Resources
Optional Travel to Egypt to undertake this subject at one of Cairo's universities.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.