ISL460 Introduction to Arabic and Qur'an Reading (8)

CSU Discipline Area: Theology (THEOL)

Duration: One sesssion

Abstract:

This subject is designed for students with no language skills in Arabic or the Qur'an. It presents an introduction to Arabic language and Qur'an reading and is designed to teach students how to articulate the Alphabet letters and the proper Qur'anic recitation rules. It will also cover writing practice of Qur’an verses and Qur’an vocabulary, together with basic speaking in Arabic and basic Qur'an Arabic vocabulary. This subject provides foundations for further study in Classical and Modern Standard Arabic.

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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: ISL460

Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the history of the Arabic language
be able to read and proficiently pronounce Arabic letters and words
be able to write Arabic words from dictation
be able to demonstrate a basic vocabulary of the Arabic language
be able to read Qur'anic text with proficient pronunciation

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

Arabic alphabet script and sounds
Vowels and Grammatical vowel endings
Heavy and light letters
Variation of 'alif' and 'T'a'.
Writing skills in Arabic
Basic component of Arabic word (root and pattern)
Gender in verbs, nouns and adjectives
Number including singular, dual and plural including gender variations
Gemination (long vowel , two long vowels and absence of long vowel)
Variations of usage of hamza
Definitive article
Brief history of the Arabic language
Common words and sentences from the Qur'an

Residential School

This subject contains a optional 2 day residential school.

Residential school is optional.

The purpose of the residential school is to provide an opportunity for exploration of the coursework covered. In addition to content review, this part of the course aims to facilitate an interactive session between the teaching academics and students. Students will also be expected to practice their reading and improve their skills in a group environment during the residential school.

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