Project Go

The Rabat Arabic Language and Service Learning Program offers intensive language study and a hands-on introduction to Moroccan and North African culture through a service-learning placement. Applicants MUST have completed at least one semester of Modern Standard Arabic by May 2012. Through a volunteer partnership with a host organization, students will work in education, healthcare, children’s welfare, women’s rights, or other organizations focusing on critical issues. At the same time, students will be studying Fus’ha (Modern Standard Arabic) at the Center for Cross Cultural Learning (CCCL), a private cultural institution founded and directed by Moroccan academics with many years of experience in cross-cultural education. This program will give students a unique immersion in the life and society of this fascinating language, city, country, and region.

Intensive First-Year Arabic:  This program is geared for individuals who have no prior knowledge of Arabic.  Students will receive credit for one full year of Arabic (i.e. 2 semesters or 3 quarters). Additional credits for Beginning Conversation, Calligraphy or Pronunciation may also be available. A placement test is required during program orientation.

This program is both intensive and residential: i.e., students are strongly encouraged to live in the dorms to fully benefit from the immersion program. During the seven-week session, participants will complete the equivalent of one year of Beginning College Arabic. Students should expect to spend their week, Mondays through Fridays plus Saturday mornings, immersed in the program.  Adherence to the language pledge is required. Co-curricular activities, such as calligraphy, folk dancing and ethnic cooking, in addition to watching movies from the Arab world, listening to guest speakers, and participating in field trips enhance the more traditional classroom setting and build students' abilities to communicate in Arabic.

Intensive Second-Year Arabic:  This program is geared for individuals who have had one year of university-level Arabic language study (or equivalent).  Students will receive credit for one full year of Arabic (i.e. 2 semesters or 3 quarters). Additional credits forConversation, Calligraphy or Pronunciation may also be available. A placement test is required during program orientation.

This program is both intensive and residential: i.e., students are strongly encouraged to live in the dorms to fully benefit from the immersion program. During the seven-week session, participants will complete the equivalent of one year of Beginning College Arabic. Students should expect to spend their week, Mondays through Fridays plus Saturday mornings, immersed in the program.  Adherence to the language pledge is required. Co-curricular activities, such as calligraphy, folk dancing and ethnic cooking, in addition to watching movies from the Arab world, listening to guest speakers, and participating in field trips enhance the more traditional classroom setting and build students' abilities to communicate in Arabic.

Intensive Third-Year Arabic:  This program is geared for individuals who have had two years of university-level instruction in Arabic (i.e. four semesters or six quarters).  Students will receive credit for one full year of Arabic (i.e. 2 semesters or 3 quarters). Additional credits for Conversation, Calligraphy or Pronunciation may also be available. A placement test is required during program orientation.

This program is both intensive and residential: i.e., students are strongly encouraged to live in the dorms to fully benefit from the immersion program. During the seven-week session, participants will complete the equivalent of one year of Beginning College Arabic. Students should expect to spend their week, Mondays through Fridays plus Saturday mornings, immersed in the program.  Adherence to the language pledge is required. Co-curricular activities, such as calligraphy, folk dancing and ethnic cooking, in addition to watching movies from the Arab world, listening to guest speakers, and participating in field trips enhance the more traditional classroom setting and build students' abilities to communicate in Arabic.

Students are also highly encouraged to apply for the Study Abroad program in Amman, Jordan.

Intensive Fourth-Year Arabic:  This program is geared for individuals who have had two years of university-level instruction in Arabic (i.e. four semesters or six quarters).  Students will receive credit for one full year of Arabic (i.e. 2 semesters or 3 quarters). Additional credits for Conversation, Calligraphy or Pronunciation may also be available. A placement test is required during program orientation.

(Since most students at this level prefer to participate in the study abroad program, this class is tentative, subject to a minimum enrollment of 10 students.  Please indicate on your application if you are willing to study abroad if the Intensive Fourth-Year Arabic program is not available domestically. Students are highly encouraged to apply to the Study Abroad program in Amman, Jordan.)

This program is both intensive and residential: i.e., students are strongly encouraged to live in the dorms to fully benefit from the immersion program. During the seven-week session, participants will complete the equivalent of one year of Beginning College Arabic. Students should expect to spend their week, Mondays through Fridays plus Saturday mornings, immersed in the program.  Adherence to the language pledge is required. Co-curricular activities, such as calligraphy, folk dancing and ethnic cooking, in addition to watching movies from the Arab world, listening to guest speakers, and participating in field trips enhance the more traditional classroom setting and build students' abilities to communicate in Arabic.

Summer Intensive Arabic for Business and Technology

Host Institute: Jordan Language Academy (JLA)

Academic Program:                                        

• Three Intensive 2nd year language & culture courses
• Cultural/business site visits

Prerequisite:

• ARBC 1002 or Equivalent
• Students who didn't take ARBC 1002 need to contact the Project GO coordinator at ProjectGO@modlangs.gatech.edu or (404) 313-9006 for the level test. 

Be sure to read over the information on the website: http://www.modlangs.gatech.edu/lbat/jordan (NOTE: Do not begin the program application process at this site. Students should reference the Project GO application instructions listed in the "How to Apply" tab).

Summer Intensive Arabic for Business and Technology

Host Institute: Jordan Language Academy (JLA)

Academic Program:                                        

• Three Intensive 3rd year language & culture courses
• Cultural/business site visits

Prerequisite:

• ARBC 2002 or Equivalent
• Students who didn't take ARBC 2002 need to contact the Project GO coordinator at ProjectGO@modlangs.gatech.edu or (404) 313-9006 for the level test. 

Be sure to read over the information on the website: http://www.modlangs.gatech.edu/lbat/jordan (NOTE: Do not begin the program application process at this site. Students should reference the Project GO application instructions listed in the "How to Apply" tab).

Course Objectives:  By the end of the course, you will be able to:

1. distinguish between and pronounce all Arabic letters and sounds; write accurately from dictation;
2. initiate social interactions; ask for basic information; be aware of the basic cultural aspects of social interaction in Arabic;
3. talk about yourself, your education, and your family with any native speaker of Arabic;
4. comprehend simple written texts on familiar topics;
5. comprehend simple audio/video texts on familiar topics;
6. compose simple paragraphs about yourself; and
7. recognize some of the differences between formal and spoken Arabic.

Course Description:

This course is a continuation of A150. It will focus on the mastery of grammar, including more complex structures, acquisition and expansion of vocabulary, and the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. These objectives are achieved through intensive oral/aural practice using audio and video materials. In addition to working on all language skills, special attention will be given to the morphology and syntax of Arabic. Classes will be conducted ONLY in Arabic unless an exception occurs.

Course Objectives:

Student will be able to:

• Able to understand longer stretches of connected discourses on a number of topics pertaining to different times and places;
• Speak about themselves and their environment, carry out transactions, and initiate and sustain conversation on a number of topics;
• Employ more complex vocabulary and sentence patterns in communicative contexts;
• Form and understand almost all basic sentence structures of Arabic;
• Produce lengthier pieces of writing, in correct simple structures, that seek out and convey information and feelings, referring to recent experiences or future plans, as well as to everyday activities; and
• Identify, describe, and explain aspects of the culture, behavior patterns, and traditions of the Arabic world.

Course Description: 

It will focus on the mastery of grammar, including complex structures, acquisition and expansion of vocabulary, and the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, achieved through intensive oral/aural practice using audio and video materials. In addition to working on all language skills, special attention will be given to the morphology and syntax of Arabic. Classes will be conducted entirely in Arabic. 

Course Objectives:    Students will be able to: 

1. produce pieces of continuous writing: take notes, narrate, summarize and to  translate to and from the target language with good control of syntax and morphology and the most frequently used patterns;
2. understand main ideas and most details of connected discourse on a variety of topics spoken at near-normal speed under favorable conditions. Texts include interviews, short lectures on familiar topics, news items and reports with factual information;
3. take part in conversations, discussions and convey feelings on routine social demands and limited work requirements, to handle with confidence most normal, high frequency social conversational situations including current events, work, family and personal history, to elaborate, complain and apologize, narrate and describe with some accuracy and be understood by native speakers of MSA with ease;
4. read authentic materials (poetry, prose, etc): short stories, news items, bibliographical information, social notices, personal correspondence, letters, and technical materials written for the general reader.

Course Description: 

It will focus on the mastery of grammar, including complex structures, acquisition and expansion of vocabulary, and the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, achieved through intensive oral/aural practice using audio and video materials. In addition to working on all language skills, special attention will be given to the morphology and syntax of Arabic. Classes will be conducted entirely in Arabic. 

Course Objectives:    Students will be able to: 

1. produce pieces of continuous writing: take notes, narrate, summarize and to  translate to and from the target language with good control of syntax and morphology and the most frequently used patterns;
2. understand main ideas and most details of connected discourse on a variety of topics spoken at near-normal speed under favorable conditions. Texts include interviews, short lectures on familiar topics, news items and reports with factual information;
3. take part in conversations, discussions and convey feelings on routine social demands and limited work requirements, to handle with confidence most normal, high frequency social conversational situations including current events, work, family and personal history, to elaborate, complain and apologize, narrate and describe with some accuracy and be understood by native speakers of MSA with ease;
4. read authentic materials (poetry, prose, etc): short stories, news items, bibliographical information, social notices, personal correspondence, letters, and technical materials written for the general reader.

Project GO-Jordan at Marquette University offers an eight-week summer intensive Arabic language program for students at all levels in Amman, Jordan.

Students will learn Arabic from some of the most respected language teachers in the area: from the Qasid Institute for Classical & Modern Standard Arabic. This eight-week program teaches Arabic in two four-week sessions. During each session, you will take one Modern Standard Arabic course and one colloquial Jordanian Arabic course. Each session covers the material typically presented in one semester on a U.S. campus.

Students of all language levels are invited to participate in the program. No prior Arabic experience is necessary. Dr. Enaya Othman, Marquette Arabic studies professor, will serve as the Marquette academic director of Project GO and will be in Jordan to support you during the program. When you arrive, you will take a placement test to ensure you enroll in the appropriate level of Arabic instruction. Based on your proficiency level, you will earn 10-12 credits upon completion of the program. All courses will be transcripted by Marquette University.

Session 1  
ARBCS 1001 Elementary Arabic 1 (4 cr.)
ARBCS 2940 Jordanian Arabic (1 cr.)

Session 2
ARBCS 1002 Elementary Arabic 2 (4 cr.)
ARBCS 2940 Jordanian Arabic (1 cr.)

ARBCS 1001 Elementary Arabic 1 introduces the Arabic alphabet and sound system forms. They will start developing their vocabulary, learn simple grammatical structures, and gradually listen to authentic and instructional materials that come with the textbook. The course will cover the material in Alif Baa and Al-Kitaab, Part One, Third Edition, Chapters 1-5.

ARBCS 1002 Elementary Arabic 2 consolidates material learned in Arabic 101, and introduces students to more advanced and more challenging linguistic and cultural material from Al-Kitaab, Part One, Third Edition, Chapters 6-13 as well as locally produced authentic materials.

ARBCS 2940 Jordanian Arabic introduces students to words, expressions, and structures used frequently in everyday life. By the end of the course, students are able to ask essential questions and understand the responses, express basic facts and opinions in simple sentences, and engage in basic conversations in Jordanian Arabic with native speakers.

As an immersion program, students will live with local Arabic-speaking families and engage in experiential learning every day while gaining an insider perspective on local Jordanian culture. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in guided historical and cultural site visits throughout Jordan including Jerash, Aljoun, Petra and the Wadi Rum. They will develop the important cross-cultural skills needed as an officer.

Students will participate in a comprehensive orientation prior to departure. Upon arrival in Jordan, students will attend an on-site orientation introducing them to the program, the city of Amman, and Jordanian culture. Students will meet their host family and begin living with them on the first night.

Project GO-Jordan at Marquette University offers an eight-week summer intensive Arabic language program for students at all levels in Amman, Jordan.

Students will learn Arabic from some of the most respected language teachers in the area: from the Qasid Institute for Classical & Modern Standard Arabic. This eight-week program teaches Arabic in two four-week sessions. During each session, you will take one Modern Standard Arabic course and one colloquial Jordanian Arabic course. Each session covers the material typically presented in one semester on a U.S. campus.

Students of all language levels are invited to participate in the program. No prior Arabic experience is necessary. Dr. Enaya Othman, Marquette Arabic studies professor, will serve as the Marquette academic director of Project GO and will be in Jordan to support you during the program. When you arrive, you will take a placement test to ensure you enroll in the appropriate level of Arabic instruction. Based on your proficiency level, you will earn 10-12 credits upon completion of the program. All courses will be transcripted by Marquette University.

Session 1  
ARBCS 1002 Elementary Arabic 2 (4 cr.)
ARBCS 2940 Jordanian Arabic (1 cr.)

Session 2
ARBCS 2001 Intermediate Arabic 1 (3 cr.)
ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic (3 cr.)

ARBCS 1002 Elementary Arabic 2 consolidates material learned in Arabic 101, and introduces students to more advanced and more challenging linguistic and cultural material from Al-Kitaab, Part One, Third Edition, Chapters 6-13 as well as locally produced authentic materials.

ARBCS 2001 Intermediate Arabic 1 is designed to reinforce all the linguistic skills at both the reception and production levels. Students will also get a wide exposure to many aspects of Arabic culture through integrated outings designed for them to practice Arabic language in genuine contexts. The material covered in this course is from Al-Kitaab Part One, Second Edition, Chapters 14-20.

ARBCS 2940 Jordanian Arabic introduces students to words, expressions, and structures used frequently in everyday life. By the end of the course, students are able to ask essential questions and understand the responses, express basic facts and opinions in simple sentences, and engage in basic conversations in Jordanian Arabic with native speakers. ARBCS 3940 continues to build all skills.

As an immersion program, students will live with local Arabic-speaking families and engage in experiential learning every day while gaining an insider perspective on local Jordanian culture. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in guided historical and cultural site visits throughout Jordan including Jerash, Aljoun, Petra and the Wadi Rum. They will develop the important cross-cultural skills needed as an officer.

Students will participate in a comprehensive orientation prior to departure. Upon arrival in Jordan, students will attend an on-site orientation introducing them to the program, the city of Amman, and Jordanian culture. Students will meet their host family and begin living with them on the first night.

Project GO-Jordan at Marquette University offers an eight-week summer intensive Arabic language program for students at all levels in Amman, Jordan.

Students will learn Arabic from some of the most respected language teachers in the area: from the Qasid Institute for Classical & Modern Standard Arabic. This eight-week program teaches Arabic in two four-week sessions. During each session, you will take one Modern Standard Arabic course and one colloquial Jordanian Arabic course. Each session covers the material typically presented in one semester on a U.S. campus.

Students of all language levels are invited to participate in the program. No prior Arabic experience is necessary. Dr. Enaya Othman, Marquette Arabic studies professor, will serve as the Marquette academic director of Project GO and will be in Jordan to support you during the program. When you arrive, you will take a placement test to ensure you enroll in the appropriate level of Arabic instruction. Based on your proficiency level, you will earn 10-12 credits upon completion of the program. All courses will be transcripted by Marquette University.

Session 1  
ARBCS 2001 Intermediate Arabic 1 (3 cr.)
ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic (3 cr.)

Session 2
ARBCS 2002 Intermediate Arabic 2 (3 cr.)
ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic (3 cr.)

ARBCS 2001 Intermediate Arabic 1 is designed to reinforce all the linguistic skills at both the reception and production levels. Students will also get a wide exposure to many aspects of Arabic culture through integrated outings designed for them to practice Arabic language in genuine contexts. The material covered in this course is from Al-Kitaab Part One, Second Edition, Chapters 14-20.

ARBCS 2002 is a continuation of Arabic 2001. Course objectives are seen in terms of students performing linguistic tasks successfully, gaining self-confidence, and expanding their risk-taking in real-life communicative situations. This course covers the material in Al-Kitaab, Part Two, Second Edition, Chapters 1-5.

ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic introduces students to words, expressions, and structures used frequently in everyday life. By the end of the course, students are able to ask essential questions and understand the responses, express basic facts and opinions in simple sentences, and engage in conversations in Jordanian Arabic with native speakers.

As an immersion program, students will live with local Arabic-speaking families and engage in experiential learning every day while gaining an insider perspective on local Jordanian culture. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in guided historical and cultural site visits throughout Jordan including Jerash, Aljoun, Petra and the Wadi Rum. They will develop the important cross-cultural skills needed as an officer.

Students will participate in a comprehensive orientation prior to departure. Upon arrival in Jordan, students will attend an on-site orientation introducing them to the program, the city of Amman, and Jordanian culture. Students will meet their host family and begin living with them on the first night.

Project GO-Jordan at Marquette University offers an eight-week summer intensive Arabic language program for students at all levels in Amman, Jordan.

Students will learn Arabic from some of the most respected language teachers in the area: from the Qasid Institute for Classical & Modern Standard Arabic. This eight-week program teaches Arabic in two four-week sessions. During each session, you will take one Modern Standard Arabic course and one colloquial Jordanian Arabic course. Each session covers the material typically presented in one semester on a U.S. campus.

Students of all language levels are invited to participate in the program. No prior Arabic experience is necessary. Dr. Enaya Othman, Marquette Arabic studies professor, will serve as the Marquette academic director of Project GO and will be in Jordan to support you during the program. When you arrive, you will take a placement test to ensure you enroll in the appropriate level of Arabic instruction. Based on your proficiency level, you will earn 10-12 credits upon completion of the program. All courses will be transcripted by Marquette University.

Session 1  
ARBCS 2002 Intermediate Arabic 2 (3 cr.)
ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic (3 cr.)

Session 2
ARBCS 3001 Arabic Grammar (3 cr.)
ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic (3 cr.)

ARBCS 2002 is a continuation of Arabic 2001. Course objectives are seen in terms of students performing linguistic tasks successfully, gaining self-confidence, and expanding their risk-taking in real-life communicative situations. This course covers the material in Al-Kitaab, Part Two, Second Edition, Chapters 1-5.

ARBCS 3001 is designed to move learners from a stage where they have achieved the basic grammatical skills, to being able to use language in a wider cultural context. This course adopts a skill-based approach in which learners gain mastery of the language through the use of authentic materials taken from various sources. Encounters with Arab professionals and visits to relevant institutions will be integrated in the syllabus. This course covers the material in Al-Kitaab, Part Two, Second Edition, Chapters 6-10.

ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic introduces students to words, expressions, and structures used frequently in everyday life. By the end of the course, students are able to ask essential questions and understand the responses, express basic facts and opinions in simple sentences, and engage in conversations in Jordanian Arabic with native speakers.

As an immersion program, students will live with local Arabic-speaking families and engage in experiential learning every day while gaining an insider perspective on local Jordanian culture. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in guided historical and cultural site visits throughout Jordan including Jerash, Aljoun, Petra and the Wadi Rum. They will develop the important cross-cultural skills needed as an officer.

Students will participate in a comprehensive orientation prior to departure. Upon arrival in Jordan, students will attend an on-site orientation introducing them to the program, the city of Amman, and Jordanian culture. Students will meet their host family and begin living with them on the first night.

Project GO-Jordan at Marquette University offers an eight-week summer intensive Arabic language program for students at all levels in Amman, Jordan.

Students will learn Arabic from some of the most respected language teachers in the area: from the Qasid Institute for Classical & Modern Standard Arabic. This eight-week program teaches Arabic in two four-week sessions. During each session, you will take one Modern Standard Arabic course and one colloquial Jordanian Arabic course. Each session covers the material typically presented in one semester on a U.S. campus.

Students of all language levels are invited to participate in the program. No prior Arabic experience is necessary. Dr. Enaya Othman, Marquette Arabic studies professor, will serve as the Marquette academic director of Project GO and will be in Jordan to support you during the program. When you arrive, you will take a placement test to ensure you enroll in the appropriate level of Arabic instruction. Based on your proficiency level, you will earn 10-12 credits upon completion of the program. All courses will be transcripted by Marquette University.

Session 1  
ARBCS 3001 Arabic Grammar (3 cr.)
ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic (3 cr.)

Session 2
ARBCS 3002 Formal Spoken Arabic (3 cr.)
ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic (3 cr.)

ARBCS 3001 is designed to move learners from a stage where they have achieved the basic grammatical skills, to being able to use language in a wider cultural context. This course adopts a skill-based approach in which learners gain mastery of the language through the use of authentic materials taken from various sources. Encounters with Arab professionals and visits to relevant institutions will be integrated in the syllabus. This course covers the material in Al-Kitaab, Part Two, Second Edition, Chapters 6-10.

ARBCS 3002 provides additional practice at the advanced level to help students attain a higher level of skill development (e.g., listening, speaking, reading and writing) and linguistic accuracy. This course covers the material in Al-Kitaab, Part Three, Second Edition, Chapters 1-5, with local supplementary materials.

ARBCS 3940 Jordanian Arabic introduces students to words, expressions, and structures used frequently in everyday life. By the end of the course, students are able to ask essential questions and understand the responses, express basic facts and opinions in simple sentences, and engage in conversations in Jordanian Arabic with native speakers.

As an immersion program, students will live with local Arabic-speaking families and engage in experiential learning every day while gaining an insider perspective on local Jordanian culture. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in guided historical and cultural site visits throughout Jordan including Jerash, Aljoun, Petra and the Wadi Rum. They will develop the important cross-cultural skills needed as an officer.

Students will participate in a comprehensive orientation prior to departure. Upon arrival in Jordan, students will attend an on-site orientation introducing them to the program, the city of Amman, and Jordanian culture. Students will meet their host family and begin living with them on the first night.

Elementary Arabic (FLA 101/102, FL 295-001/2, 8 credits for 6 weeks). The 100 level classes are intensive language and culture courses. They consist of daily instruction from 8-11:30 am and a 295 level practicum  from 1-3:30 pm.  The morning classes consist of language instruction with highly qualified instructors and the afternoon practicum  is a combination of cultural instruction by native language guest speakers, films, role-playing, and other multi-media resources.

There is an orientation meeting prior to the start of the courses and an end-of- session ceremony on the final day.

All ROTC students receive in-state tuition rates.

Intermediate Arabic (FLA 201/202, FL 295-001/2, 8 credits for 6 weeks). The 200 level classes are intensive language and culture courses. They consist of daily instruction from 8-11:30 am and a 295 level practicum  from 1-3:30 pm.  The morning classes consist of language instruction with highly qualified instructors and the afternoon practicum  is a combination of cultural instruction by native language guest speakers, films, role-playing, and other multi-media resources.

There is an orientation meeting prior to the start of the courses and an end-of- session ceremony on the final day.

All ROTC students receive in-state tuition rates.

Elementary Arabic: Nine Semester Hours. The Summer Language Institute is a carefully tailored language program of study in Arabic.  The institute is academically challenging, intense, and thoroughly rewarding, with fun, engaging activities within the context of learning the language by substantial interaction between students and native-speaking faculty and assistants. In addition to classroom instruction, participants will enjoy co-curricular activities in language.

The SLI is an accelerated and intensive language program through an immersion-style approach.  Because of its nature, the SLI is a residential program, and as such, all participating students must live on campus for the duration of the program.

North Georgia College also offers Summer Institutes in Russian, Korean, Chinese, German, and Spanish. To watch our video, click HERE.

Located in the Dokki section of Cairo, Northeastern University’s Cairo Arabic Language and Cultural Engagement Program offers intensive language study and a hands-on immersion experience in Egyptian language, history, politics, and culture.

Applicants MUST have completed at least one semester of Modern Standard Arabic by May 2013. Students will study both Egyptian Colloquial Arabic and fus’ha (Modern Standard Arabic) at AMIDEAST, the leading American non-profit organization with over 60 years of experience in cross-cultural education and training in the Middle East. http://www.amideast.org/abroad/home

This program will give students a unique immersion in the language, history, and culture of the Arab world’s largest country, one that seeks to build a stable, democratic society and a strong economy.  

Located in the Dokki section of Cairo, Northeastern University’s Cairo Arabic Language and Cultural Engagement Program offers intensive language study and a hands-on immersion experience in Egyptian language, history, politics, and culture.

Applicants MUST have completed at least TWO semesters of Modern Standard Arabic by May 2013. Students will study both Egyptian Colloquial Arabic and fus’ha (Modern Standard Arabic) at AMIDEAST, the leading American non-profit organization with over 60 years of experience in cross-cultural education and training in the Middle East. http://www.amideast.org/abroad/home

This program will give students a unique immersion in the language, history, and culture of the Arab world’s largest country, one that seeks to build a stable, democratic society and a strong economy.  

Located in the Dokki section of Cairo, Northeastern University’s Cairo Arabic Language and Cultural Engagement Program offers intensive language study and a hands-on immersion experience in Egyptian language, history, politics, and culture.

Applicants MUST have completed at least FOUR semesters of Modern Standard Arabic by May 2013, or have the level of proficiency to enter Intermediate II. Students will study both Egyptian Colloquial Arabic and fus’ha (Modern Standard Arabic) at AMIDEAST, the leading American non-profit organization with over 60 years of experience in cross-cultural education and training in the Middle East. http://www.amideast.org/abroad/home

This program will give students a unique immersion in the language, history, and culture of the Arab world’s largest country, one that seeks to build a stable, democratic society and a strong economy.  

Located in the Dokki section of Cairo, Northeastern University’s Cairo Arabic Language and Cultural Engagement Program offers intensive language study and a hands-on immersion experience in Egyptian language, history, politics, and culture.

Applicants MUST have completed at least FIVE semesters of Modern Standard Arabic by May 2013, or have the level of proficiency to enter Advanced 1. Students will study both Egyptian Colloquial Arabic and fus’ha (Modern Standard Arabic) at AMIDEAST, the leading American non-profit organization with over 60 years of experience in cross-cultural education and training in the Middle East. http://www.amideast.org/abroad/home

This program will give students a unique immersion in the language, history, and culture of the Arab world’s largest country, one that seeks to build a stable, democratic society and a strong economy.  

Arabic Beginner I - Intermediate II
This intensive 16-units course will help students develop beginner & intermediate level skills in Arabic speaking, listening, reading, and writing.  Through the use of authentic materials the students will be exposed to a wide variety of topics including basic academic and cultural knowledge. There are no prerequisites for this course.

The Texas A&M A&M Tunisia Language, Culture & Society is a ten-week intensive program seeks to bolster the Arabic language and cultural competence of students by providing:

• Daily Arabic language and culture classes (Monday through Friday),
• Field trips to historical and cultural sites and museums,
• Cultural seminars and workshops, and
• An opportunity to participate in an internship, research or volunteer project.

Besides providing an environment to learn Arabic and broaden understanding of the Arabic culture, Tunisia also offers student visitors opportunities to learn about ancient civilizations, including that of the Phoenicians, the Romans, the Byzantines, and the Arabs. Among the places to visit are the ruins of Carthage, the Roman amphitheater, the baths, the Punic ports, museums, the picturesque village of Sidi Bou Said overlooking the Bay of Tunis, the museum of traditional Arab culture, the sandy Mediterranean beaches, and desert festivals, among others.
 
Courses Offered

Summer 1 (students take two courses)

• ARAB 101: Beginning Arabic I (4 credits - 60 contact hours)
• ARAB 221: Introduction to Arabic Language and Society (3 credits - 45 contact hours)

Summer 2 (students take one or two courses)

• ARAB 102: Beginning Arabic II (4 credits – 60 contact hours)
• ARAB 285: Directed Studies (3 credits – 45 contact hours)

Course Descriptions
ARAB 101. Beginning Arabic I. (4-0). Credit 4. Introduction to Modern Standard Arabic in its written and spoken forms; emphasis on conversation, rudimentary vocabulary, simple grammar, and reading.

ARAB 102. Beginning Arabic II. (4-0). Credit 4. Introduction of more complex grammatical constructions; vocabulary building; emphasis on putting acquired vocabulary and grammar to conversational use. Prerequisite: ARAB 101 or equivalent.

ARAB 221. Introduction to Arabic Language and Society. (3-0). Credit 3. Examination of critical linguistic issues in the Arab world from a sociolinguistic perspective, including language and religion; language and power; language and nationalism; and language and education. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.

ARAB 285. Directed Studies. Credit 3. Individual supervision of readings or assigned projects in Arabic, selected for each student individually; written or oral reports. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Director of AALO.

Syllabus
Contact Orie Varner at ovarner@tamu.edu.  Available upon request.

The Texas A&M Tunisia Language, Culture & Society is a ten-week intensive program seeking to bolster the Arabic language and cultural competence of students by providing:

• Daily Arabic language and culture classes (Monday through Friday),
• Field trips to historical and cultural sites and museums,
• Cultural seminars and workshops, and
• An opportunity to participate in an internship, research or volunteer project.

Besides providing an environment to learn Arabic and broaden understanding of the Arabic culture, Tunisia also offers student visitors opportunities to learn about ancient civilizations, including that of the Phoenicians, the Romans, the Byzantines, and the Arabs. Among the places to visit are the ruins of Carthage, the Roman amphitheater, the baths, the Punic ports, museums, the picturesque village of Sidi Bou Said overlooking the Bay of Tunis, the museum of traditional Arab culture, the sandy Mediterranean beaches, and desert festivals, among others.
 
Courses Offered

Summer 1 (students take two courses)

• ARAB 221: Introduction to Arabic Language and Society (3 credits - 45 contact hours)
• ARAB 289: Special Topics: Functional Arabic (3 credits – 45 contact hours)

Summer 2 (students take one or two courses)

• ARAB 285: Directed Studies (3 credits – 45 contact hours)
• ARAB 489: Special Topics: Media Arabic (3 credits – 45 contact hours)
• ARAB 491: Research (3 credits – 45 contact hours)

Course Descriptions
ARAB 221. Introduction to Arabic Language and Society. (3-0). Credit 3. Examination of critical linguistic issues in the Arab world from a sociolinguistic perspective, including language and religion; language and power; language and nationalism; and language and education. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.

ARAB 285. Directed Studies. Credit 3. Individual supervision of readings or assigned projects in Arabic, selected for each student individually; written or oral reports. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Director of AALO.

ARAB 289. Special Topics in Functional Arabic.  Credit 3.  This course seeks to enable student who have studied Arabic for at least two semesters, prior to program start, to gain communicative skills and put their knowledge of the Arabic language and culture into practice by immersing themselves into an Arabic-speaking environment.  Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.

ARAB 489. Special Topics in Media Arabic.  Credit 3.  News information obtained from a variety of authentic and popular media sources helps students at the intermediate and advanced levels to understand current events in the Arab world on a wide range of topics.

ARAB 491. Research.  Credit 3.  Research in Arabic studies conducted under the direction of faculty member approved by the Director of AALO. Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification and approval of instructor.

Syllabus
Contact Orie Varner at ovarner@tamu.edu.  Available upon request.

Beginner Levantine Arabic - Colloquial Jordanian dialect. UA Course equivalent ARB 424A/B.

Located at Yarmouk University in the northern city of Irbid, this course is part of an 8-week intensive Arabic immersion program. Teaching cadre come from the distinguished Yarmouk University Language Center.

This is a beginner course in Jordanian colloquial Arabic, the spoken language of the greater Levant- including Jordan, Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon. This course relies on extensive oral drill with emphasis on the acquisition of facility in normal conversation and comprehension. Taking place in a native Arabic speaking country, this course represents only the formal instructional aspect of the immersion.

Students are also assigned a local student at Yarmouk University as a language partner and cultural liaison.

Prerequisite is at least one semester of MSA, equivalent to ARB 101.

First Year Modern Standard Arabic. UA Course equivalent ARB 101/102.

UA's School of Middle East and North African Studies (MENAS) runs the summer Arabic program at UA, drawing on the professionalism of excellent native speaking instructors with expertise in second language acquisition and pedagogy. The course runs from June 3, 2013 to August 7, 2013.There is a short 4-day class break between sessions from July 4 - 7, during which time students will participate in cultural activities.

Textbooks used are Alif Baa and Al-Kitaab Part 1, paid for by Project GO scholarship and available on arrival to class.

This is an intense introductory course to Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), with emphasis on developing the major language skills - reading, listening, writing, and speaking.

There is an added component to teach students to type in Arabic.

No Arabic prerequisite required.

Intermediate Levantine Arabic - Colloquial Jordanian dialect. UA Course equivalent ARB 484A/B.

Located at Yarmouk University in the northern city of Irbid, this course is part of an 8-week intensive Arabic immersion program. Teaching cadre come from the distinguished Yarmouk University Language Center.

This is an intermediate course in Jordanian colloquial Arabic, the spoken language of the greater Levant- including Jordan, Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon. This course relies on extensive oral drill with emphasis on the acquisition of facility in normal conversation and comprehension. Taking place in a native Arabic speaking country, this course represents only the formal instructional aspect of the immersion.

Students are also assigned a local student at Yarmouk University as a language partner and cultural liaison.

Prerequisite is at least one semester of MSA, equivalent to ARB 101, and Beginner Levantine Arabic, equivalent to ARB 424A & B.

Second Year Modern Standard Arabic. UA Course equivalent ARB 401/402.

Located at Yarmouk University in the northern city of Irbid, this course is part of an 8-week intensive Arabic immersion program. Teaching cadre come from the distinguished Yarmouk University Language Center.

This is an intense intermediate course in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), with emphasis on further developing the major language skills - reading, listening, writing, and speaking. This course covers a student's second year langauge requirement.

Students are also assigned a local student at Yarmouk University as a language partner and cultural liaison.

Prerequisite is completion of first year MSA, equivalent to ARB 101/102.

Second Year Modern Standard Arabic. UA Course equivalent ARB 401/402

UA's School of Middle East and North African Studies (MENAS) runs the summer Arabic program at UA, drawing on the professionalism of excellent native speaking instructors with expertise in second language acquisition and pedagogy. The course runs from June 3, 2013 to August 7, 2013.There is a short 4-day class break between sessions from July 4 - 7, during which time students will participate in cultural activities.

Textbook used is Al-Kitaab Part 2, paid for by Project GO scholarship and available on arrival to class.

This is an intense intermediate course in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), with emphasis on further developing the major language skills - reading, listening, writing, and speaking.This course covers a student's second year langauge requirement.

There is an added component to teach students to type in Arabic.

Prerequisite is completion of first year MSA, equivalent to ARB 101/102.

Third Year Modern Standard Arabic. UA Course equivalent ARB 405/406

Located at Yarmouk University in the northern city of Irbid, this course is part of an 8-week intensive Arabic immersion program. Teaching cadre come from the distinguished Yarmouk University Language Center.

This is an intense advanced course in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), with emphasis on further developing the major language skills - reading, listening, writing, and speaking. This course covers a student's third year langauge requirement.

Students are also assigned a local student at Yarmouk University as a language partner and cultural liaison.

Prerequisite is completion of second year MSA, equivalent to ARB 401/402.

Fourth Year Modern Standard Arabic. UA Course equivalent ARB 407/408.

Located at Yarmouk University in the northern city of Irbid, this course is part of an 8-week intensive Arabic immersion program. Teaching cadre come from the distinguished Yarmouk University Language Center.

This is an intense advanced course in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), with emphasis on further developing the major language skills - reading, listening, writing, and speaking. This course covers a student's fourth year langauge requirement.

Students are also assigned a local student at Yarmouk University as a language partner and cultural liaison.

Prerequisite is completion of third year MSA, equivalent to ARB 405/406.

The Arabic Summer Institute at Al-Akhawayn University is designed for students who wish to experience living and studying in an Arab country as part of their education, although for a relatively short period of time. 

The course is designed with two tracks, depending on the previous experience of the student.

Track 1: 8-week Language only (6 to 10 credit hours)
Track 2: 8-week Language and Culture (9 to 13 credit hours)

For a complete description of the program see: http://www.studyabroad.ku.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10071

Course details will be posted shortly.

Project GO is a nationwide program providing oversees training in critical languages, exclusively on the languages of Middle East, Asia, Central Asia, and Africa countries for ROTC students. Eligibility is contingent upon contract status and fulfilling language pre-requisites. The ROTC student must be in either a “contracted” status or will become contracted before graduation.

The Defense Critical Language & Culture Program at The University of Montana is excited to offer this opportunity to eligible ROTC cadets with at least one year of Arabic. Tuition, room and board, travel cost and living expenses for an 8-week Arabic language summer program in Morocco will be covered.

Project Go at The University of Montana

The University of Virginia Arabic Program is pleased to announce its intensive summer language program offered through the Summer Language Institute. Learn the equivalent of two semesters of Arabic (8 credits) in an eight-week period (June 6 - August 2, 2013).

The Arabic Program selects only experienced and caring teachers who enjoy the challenges of the program. We offer special conversation and cultural sessions, promoting the Communicative Method of language instruction.

Why Study Arabic?

Studying Arabic at the University of Virginia will give you the ability to communicate with more than 330 million of the world's population and prepare you for an adventure of discovery in the Arab world—a cradle of civilization and birthplace of monotheistic religions. The Arabic language also unlocks the door to a wealth of diverse literature (including fiction, science, philosophy and religion) composed over the past 16 centuries. Unlike most modern languages, after completing 200-level courses, you will be able to access texts dating back a millennium and a half!

Whether you aspire to study Arabic for work in government and NGOs, or for higher studies in literature, religion, and political science, or simply for your own personal fulfillment, the SLI will equip you with the language skills and cultural knowledge you'll need.

Arabic SLI Level 1 (ARAB 1016 and ARAB 1026)
At the Summer Language institute (SLI), Level 1 students will learn Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Unlike the diversity of informal Arabic dialects, Modern Standard Arabic (fusha) is the form of Arabic common to all 22 Arab countries of the “League of Arab States” and used in modern literature, government, media, and educational institutions.

The first half of (Level 1 – ARAB 1016) is devoted to learning the Arabic alphabet as well as the basic grammar and vocabulary needed to formulate sentences and more extended discourse. The second half of this level focuses on developing proficiency through expanding knowledge of grammar, acquiring new vocabulary and refining skills in simulated real life situations and cultural contexts.
Please Note that this course is intended for students who have limited or no knowledge of the language. Native speakers of Arabic may not enroll in the Summer Language Institute. Non-native speakers, who have previously received informal instruction in Arabic, should consult with the SLI Arabic Program Director, Ahmad Z. Obiedat (ao7v@virginia.edu) to determine their level in the program.

Arabic Summer Language Program

The University of Virginia Arabic Program is pleased to announce its intensive summer language program offered through the Summer Language Institute. Learn the equivalent of two semesters of Arabic (8 credits) in an eight-week period (June 9 - August 2, 2013).

The Arabic Program selects only experienced and caring teachers who enjoy the challenges of the program. We offer special conversation and cultural sessions, promoting the Communicative Method of language instruction.

Why Study Arabic?

Studying Arabic at the University of Virginia will give you the ability to communicate with more than 330 million of the world's population and prepare you for an adventure of discovery in the Arab world—a cradle of civilization and birthplace of monotheistic religions. The Arabic language also unlocks the door to a wealth of diverse literature (including fiction, science, philosophy and religion) composed over the past 16 centuries. Unlike most modern languages, after completing 200-level courses, you will be able to access texts dating back a millennium and a half!

Whether you aspire to study Arabic for work in government and NGOs, or for higher studies in literature, religion, and political science, or simply for your own personal fulfillment, the SLI will equip you with the language skills and cultural knowledge you'll need.

Arabic SLI Level 2 (ARAB 2016 and ARAB 2026)
At the Summer Language institute (SLI), Level 2 students will learn Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) language as well as explore the diverse cultures of the Arabic-speaking world. The programs aims at developing and advancing the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing at the intermediate level of proficiency, building on what students learned in ARAB 1010 and 1020.
Based on the communicative approach to language teaching and learning, our curriculum is designed to emphasize the functional usage of the language and on communication in context. All 4 language skills are important (speaking, reading, writing, listening) and they reinforce each other.
Please Note: Successful completion of ARAB 1020 or an equivalent proficiency level is required on the part of Level 2 applicants. Students who have NOT completed ARAB 1020 through UVa must consult with the SLI Arabic Program Director, Ahmad Z. Obiedat, (ao7v@virginia.edu ) prior to applying to Arabic SLI Level 2.

This is an Intermediate Arabic course, covering one full academic year. 

Please refer to this URL for application details at the following interest address:

http://www.studyabroad.virginia.edu/ after arriving at the website use the "Find A Program" link for the Jordan UVa Arabic Program at Yarmouk, Jordan.

Arabic Summer Language Program

The University of Virginia Arabic Program is pleased to announce its intensive summer language program offered through the Summer Language Institute. Learn the equivalent of two semesters of Arabic (8 credits) in an eight-week period (June 9 - August 3, 2013).

The Arabic Program selects only experienced and caring teachers who enjoy the challenges of the program. We offer special conversation and cultural sessions, promoting the Communicative Method of language instruction.

 Why Study Arabic?

 Studying Arabic at the University of Virginia will give you the ability to communicate with more than 330 million of the world's population and prepare you for an adventure of discovery in the Arab world—a cradle of civilization and birthplace of monotheistic religions. The Arabic language also unlocks the door to a wealth of diverse literature (including fiction, science, philosophy and religion) composed over the past 16 centuries. Unlike most modern languages, after completing 200-level courses, you will be able to access texts dating back a millennium and a half!

Whether you aspire to study Arabic for work in government and NGOs, or for higher studies in literature, religion, and political science, or simply for your own personal fulfillment, the SLI will equip you with the language skills and cultural knowledge you'll need.

Arabic SLI Level 2 (ARAB 2016 and ARAB 2026)
At the Summer Language institute (SLI), Level 2 students will learn Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) language as well as explore the diverse cultures of the Arabic-speaking world. The programs aims at developing and advancing the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing at the intermediate level of proficiency, building on what students learned in ARAB 1010 and 1020.
Based on the communicative approach to language teaching and learning, our curriculum is designed to emphasize the functional usage of the language and on communication in context. All 4 language skills are important (speaking, reading, writing, listening) and they reinforce each other.
Please Note: Successful completion of ARAB 1020 or an equivalent proficiency level is required on the part of Level 2 applicants. Students who have NOT completed ARAB 1020 through UVa must consult with the SLI Arabic Program Director, Ahmad Z. Obiedat, (ao7v@virginia.edu ) prior to applying to Arabic SLI Level 2.

The UVA in Jordan Arabic program covers both Intermediate I and Intermediate II in the eight week course, equalling one full year of college Arabic study/credit.

Arabic Summer Language Program

The University of Virginia Arabic Program is pleased to announce its intensive summer language program offered through the Summer Language Institute. Learn the equivalent of two semesters of Arabic (8 credits) in an eight-week period (June 9 - August 2, 2013).

 The Arabic Program selects only experienced and caring teachers who enjoy the challenges of the program. We offer special conversation and cultural sessions, promoting the Communicative Method of language instruction.

Why Study Arabic?

Studying Arabic at the University of Virginia will give you the ability to communicate with more than 330 million of the world's population and prepare you for an adventure of discovery in the Arab world—a cradle of civilization and birthplace of monotheistic religions. The Arabic language also unlocks the door to a wealth of diverse literature (including fiction, science, philosophy and religion) composed over the past 16 centuries. Unlike most modern languages, after completing 200-level courses, you will be able to access texts dating back a millennium and a half!

Whether you aspire to study Arabic for work in government and NGOs, or for higher studies in literature, religion, and political science, or simply for your own personal fulfillment, the SLI will equip you with the language skills and cultural knowledge you'll need.

Arabic SLI Level 2 (ARAB 2016 and ARAB 2026)
At the Summer Language institute (SLI), Level 2 students will learn Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) language as well as explore the diverse cultures of the Arabic-speaking world. The programs aims at developing and advancing the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing at the intermediate level of proficiency, building on what students learned in ARAB 1010 and 1020.
Based on the communicative approach to language teaching and learning, our curriculum is designed to emphasize the functional usage of the language and on communication in context. All 4 language skills are important (speaking, reading, writing, listening) and they reinforce each other.
Please Note: Successful completion of ARAB 1020 or an equivalent proficiency level is required on the part of Level 2 applicants. Students who have NOT completed ARAB 1020 through UVa must consult with the SLI Arabic Program Director, Ahmad Z. Obiedat, (ao7v@virginia.edu ) prior to applying to Arabic SLI Level 2.

This is an Advanced Arabic course, covering a full academic year of study at the third year level. Please see this URL for more program details:

http://www.studyabroad.virginia.edu

After arriving at the website use the "Find A Program" link to locate the UVa program in Jordan called "UVA in Jordan."

Please see the description for the course on the UVA Study Abroad website:www.studyabroad.virginia.edu. Use the "Find A Program" link to proceed to the UVA in Jordan summer Arabic language program There you will find details about the course.

Beginning Arabic is part of the Arabic Persian and Turkish Language Immersion Institute (APTLII) held on the campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  The course is intensive, 8-credits, beginning level, for students with little or no prior experience with the language.  Classes are held for 4.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, over the span of the 8-week program.  The course covers the first and second semesters of language study, and are beginning Modern Standard Arabic classes.

The course is part of an immersion program, which includes shared meals and a group living environment, afternoon and evening activities, and excursions in and around Madison.  Students are expected to communicate in their target language exclusively for the duration of the 8-week program, with the exception of Friday evening breaks and a limited number of other specific exceptions.

Intermediate Arabic is part of the Arabic Persian and Turkish Language Immersion Institute (APTLII) held on the campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  The course is intensive, 8-credits, beginning level, for students with little or no prior experience with the language.  Classes are held for 4.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, over the span of the 8-week program.  The course covers the third and fourth semesters of language study, and are beginning Modern Standard Arabic classes.

The course is part of an immersion program, which includes shared meals and a group living environment, afternoon and evening activities, and excursions in and around Madison.  Students are expected to communicate in their target language exclusively for the duration of the 8-week program, with the exception of Friday evening breaks and a limited number of other specific exceptions.

Advanced Arabic is part of the Arabic Persian and Turkish Language Immersion Institute (APTLII) held on the campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  The course is intensive, 6-credits, advanced level, for students with four semesters of prior experience with the language.  Classes are held for 4.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, over the span of the 8-week program.  This course will focus on increasing proficiency in the four basic language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening), with primary emphasis on oral proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic. 

The course is part of an immersion program, which includes shared meals and a group living environment, afternoon and evening activities, and excursions in and around Madison.  Students are expected to communicate in their target language exclusively for the duration of the 8-week program, with the exception of Friday evening breaks and a limited number of other specific exceptions.