2017/18 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
LLLC0173 Beginners Arabic
5 creditsClass Size: 20
Module manager: Samar Al-Afandi
Email: s.al-afandi@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2017/18
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
This module is designed to allow complete beginners to develop an understanding of the principles of phonology and script of the Arabic language, enabling them to read simple Arabic texts using audio and visual materials. Students will also acquire the use of simple sentence structures for speaking and writing. This course will allow students to become familiar with some basic aspects of the Arab culture.Objectives
On completion of this module, students should be able to ...1) Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of phonology and script;
2) Demonstrate a basic use of practical skills in Arabic: reading, writing, speaking and listening;
3) Demonstrate a basic knowledge of some aspects of Arab culture.
Learning outcomes
1) The ability to read and write basic Arabic;
2) A basic knowledge of some grammatical concepts;
3) A basic knowledge of some aspects of the Arab culture.
4) Accumulation of basic Arabic vocabulary
Skills outcomes
Develop the ability to read, write and speak basic Arabic language;
Develop an awareness of basic aspects of the Arab culture.
Syllabus
- The script and sounds of the Arabic alphabet;
- Introduce basic grammatical concepts e.g. feminine and masculine, the definite article and adjective;
- Numbers 1-10
- The structure of simple Arabic sentences;
- Acquiring some usable Arabic vocabulary;
- Introduce some aspects of the Arab culture.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 12 | 1.00 | 12.00 |
Seminar | 12 | 1.00 | 12.00 |
Private study hours | 26.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 24.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 50.00 |
Private study
Time for private study is expected to break down as follows:Preparation for seminars = 16 hours
Preparation for written exam= 6 hours
Preparation for oral exam = 4 hours
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
The progression of students will be monitored through continuous coursework, in addition to their participation in class and online activities.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Written Work | Continuous Coursework | 40.00 |
In-course Assessment | 10 minute oral exam | 20.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 60.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Unseen exam | 2 hr 00 mins | 40.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 40.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 29/03/2017
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