ARAB 122 - Arabic II

5.0 Credits
Continuation of ARAB 121. Understanding of the writing system, sounds and basic grammar through listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural knowledge. Language practice on Blackboard. Prerequisite: Completion of ARAB 121 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or equivalent or instructor permission.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Expand on the basic understanding of sounds and letters, writing system and conversational skills in modern standard Arabic. [REASON]
Converse in Modern standard Arabic about personal/common topics. [COMMUNICATE]
Demonstrate knowledge of and understanding of classical Arabic and local standard Arabic dialects. [EXPLORE]
Initiate social interaction with asking basic information and demonstrate understanding of basic cultural aspects in the Arab world. [ACT]