Foreign Languages (MIDE1-CE)

Bring your Modern Standard Arabic language skills to a new level. This course builds upon what you already know, using your knowledge as a springboard for fast, effective development of intermediate-level fluency. Exercise your conversational skills in this immersive, fast-paced course, designed for those seeking greater proficiency through culture-based current topics and activities.

Are you traveling abroad for work or study? Whether you are spending a semester in Abu Dhabi or going to Cairo on business, gain the cultural competency and language skills to successfully navigate your new surroundings. This Bootcamp series provides an intensive language and cultural experience to prepare you for a wide range of challenges, from professional to academic, formal to informal. Prior exposure to the language is recommended (but not required), as instruction is intense and fast paced, covering beginner to intermediate material. Classes focus on developing written and spoken language proficiency and preparing you for new social customs and practices, while you explore the region’s culture through visits to museums and restaurants. Immerse yourself in a language and learn the skills to succeed in new academic or work settings in just three weeks.

Are you traveling abroad for work or study? Whether you are spending a semester in Istanbul or going to Ankara on business, gain the cultural competency and language skills to successfully navigate your new surroundings. This bootcamp series provides an intensive language and cultural experience to prepare you for a wide range of challenges, from professional to academic, formal to informal. Prior exposure to the language is recommended (but not required), as instruction is intense and fast paced, covering beginner to intermediate material. Classes focus on developing written and spoken language proficiency and preparing you for new social customs and practices, while you explore the region’s culture through visits to museums and restaurants. Immerse yourself in a language and learn the skills to succeed in new academic or work settings in just three weeks.

The Arabic language conveys a depth of meaning and emotion that is unmatched by many languages. Whether for personal or professional growth, begin your journey into Arabic through this introductory course, which is designed so that linguistic and cultural aspects are taught in tandem. This course provides an introduction to Modern Standard Arabic: the Arabic alphabet, pronunciation, essential vocabulary, and basic grammatical patterns. All four core language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) are developed as in-class practice in listening and speaking is supplemented with exercises and assignments that focus on developing reading comprehension and writing skills. Classes are conducted in Arabic to the extent possible. <i>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</i>

Did you know that the most common word for <i>love,</i> in Arabic comes from the same root word as <i>seed,</i> so love has the potential to grow into something beautiful? Grow the seed you planted in <em><a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/mide1-ce9001" target="_blank">Arabic: Modern Standard I</a>,</em> or its equivalent, by taking this course, which is designed for those who already know the Arabic alphabet and basic pronunciation. The course focuses on all four core language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and is taught within a cultural context. Discussions include the differences between Modern Standard Arabic and various dialects, based on learners&rsquo; needs. Classes are conducted in Arabic to the extent possible. <i>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</i>

<p>Activate the knowledge you have, and strengthen your ability to communicate accurately and effectively, in this course which builds on <em><a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/mide1-ce9002" target="_blank">Arabic: Modern Standard II</a></em> or its equivalent. Designed to expand your vocabulary and advance your grammar, you&rsquo;ll improve your four core language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), as well as your pronunciation, through varied activities that rely on student interaction and participation. Increase your fluency and cultural knowledge of the Arab world while gaining the Arabic language skills to understand conversations about daily topics, to share information, and to engage in exchanges using natural structures and expressions. This dynamic and interactive course takes the Arabic language off the page through lively classroom practice in cultural contexts. Classes are conducted almost entirely in Arabic.</p><br><br><br><br><p style="line-height: 20.8px;"><em>Registering <strong>at least</strong> two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em></p>

<p>Build on the knowledge you have, and strengthen your ability to communicate accurately and effectively, in this course which builds on <i><a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/mide1-ce9003" target="_blank">Arabic: Modern Standard III</a></i> or its equivalent. Continue to expand the range of your lexical and grammatical skills while advancing your core skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), as well as your pronunciation, through varied, interactive activities. Conversation plays a more and more prominent role in class as a wider range of topics, closely linked to culture, are explored throughout the course. Classes are conducted almost entirely in Arabic.</p><br><br><br><br><p style="line-height: 20.8px;"><em>Students are strongly encouraged to register by <strong>Wednesday, January 30, 2019</strong> to help ensure a seat in the class. Please contact the Department of Foreign Languages at <a href="mailto:sps.foreignlanguages@nyu.edu" target="_blank">sps.foreignlanguages@nyu.edu</a> with any questions, or call 212-998-7150 to register.</em></p>

<p> Further your Arabic language skills by honing simple, modern written styles; reading and writing; and improving fluency in oral communication. This course includes the study of Arabic prose and poetry texts. Oral presentations and written reports are required. The aim of this course is to improve your ability to read, write, and understand proper, simple, and practical modern Arabic.</p>

Focus on expanding your vocabulary by participating in listening exercises and reading primary texts on Arab history and culture. Enhance your speaking skills through conversational activities, and learn the finer points of Arabic grammar, including conjugation of weak verbs, the use of active and passive participles, and complex idafa structures.

<p> Continue to expand your knowledge of Modern Standard Arabic vocabulary with a focus on Arabic language used in the media and the history of Arabic journalism by reading primary texts and participating in listening exercises. This course focuses on speaking activities, including debates and discussions of current events, and continues to provide you with greater knowledge of the finer points of Arabic grammar, including the passive voice, more complex <i>idafa</i> structures, and special verb and participle categories.</p>

<p class="MsoPlainText" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">This course is for students who have completed<i> Modern Standard Arabic VII</i> at this department or an equivalent course elsewhere. Students review and expand their knowledge of grammatical forms and structures like active and passive participles, Kaana and its sisters, and the meanings of the Arabic verb forms. They read texts on feminism, selections from Arabic literature such as <i>One Thousand and One Nights</i>, and writings by leading intellectuals in the Arab world. Students improve their listening comprehension by watching videos from the BBC Arabic service and Al-Jazeera and discuss the content in class. They also write summaries or comments on those videos as homework assignments.</p>

<meta charset="utf-8" />This course focuses on Modern Standard Arabic for the professional, and provides the fundamentals for clear and effective communication in Arabic. Taught in Arabic to the extent possible, this course is targeted to individual learners&rsquo; skill levels and interests. Through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class activities that rely on interaction and participation, you&rsquo;ll build your vocabulary and fluency in the Arabic language and your knowledge of Arabic culture. With this dynamic and interactive instruction, gain the language skills to engage in simple professional conversations, discussions, and communications in Arabic. This course is best suited for beginners. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.

<p>This course is for those who have completed <a href="http://scps.nyu.edu/content/scps/academics/course_detail.html?id=MIDE1-CE9009"><em>Arabic: Modern Standard IX</em></a>. Review and expand your knowledge of advanced grammatical forms and structures. Read texts on Middle Eastern societies, selections from Arabic literature, and writings by leading intellectuals in the Arab world. Improve your listening comprehension and speaking skills by watching videos from BBC Arabic and Al Jazeera and then discussing the content in class. Also, advance your writing skills through a number of homework assignments that require writing summaries, commentaries, or opinion pieces.</p>

This course offers a solid introduction to the Arabic language. Through classroom instruction and guided field trips, learn the basic vocabulary and grammar of Arabic, and engage in elementary conversation. Visits to Arabic-speaking neighborhoods in New York City help you to practice the language and to experience the culture. This course is an excellent introduction for those planning to visit the Middle East or participate in study-abroad programs.

This course is suitable for those who have completed <a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/mide1-ce9002" target="_blank"><i>Arabic: Modern Standard II</i></a> at NYUSPS or who have taken one semester of college Arabic at another institution. Expand your vocabulary, enrich your grammatical resources, and develop your conversational skills through 51 hours of classroom instruction and six hours of guided field trips. Practice the language and experience the culture by visiting Arabic-speaking neighborhoods in New York City.

This course is designed for students who wish to add skills in colloquial Arabic to their studies of Modern Standard Arabic. The course focuses on colloquial Egyptian, which is the most popular Arabic dialect. Build upon the basic grammar and vocabulary acquired in elementary Arabic classes while acquiring an Egyptian pronunciation. Learn the language of everyday life in Egypt: how to ask questions, to introduce yourself, and to greet others, as well as some typical Egyptian expressions. This course uses written, audio, and video materials, carefully chosen by the instructor to provide the essential skills of reading, listening, and speaking the Egyptian dialect.

<span style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">Through</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 16px; ">&nbsp;reading, writing, and improving fluency in oral communication, this course</span><span style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt; FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">&nbsp;strengthens language skills and examines modern written styles. It includes the study of Arabic prose and poetry texts. Oral presentations and written reports are required. The aim of this course is to improve students' ability to read; write; and understand correct, simple, and practical modern Arabic.</span>

If you have completed at least <em><a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/MIDE1-CE9002-arabic-modern-standard-ii.html" target="_blank">Arabic: Modern Standard II</a>,</em> or the equivalent, of Modern Standard Arabic language study, then this conversation course will help you to build on that knowledge. Taught almost entirely in Arabic and targeted to individual learners&rsquo; skill levels, this course focuses on conversational Arabic, helping you to activate the knowledge you already have and strengthening your ability to communicate in Arabic accurately and effectively. Through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class activities that rely on interaction and participation, you&rsquo;ll increase your fluency in the Arabic language and your knowledge of Arabic culture. In this dynamic and interactive course, gain the language skills to engage in conversations, discussions, and to communicate with greater ease in Modern Standard Arabic. Content changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. <em>Registering <strong>at least two weeks</strong> prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

<p>This online/on-site program emphasizes classroom-teaching strategies based on the five Cs and emphasizes the use of target language, communicative strategies, and the application of authentic materials in authentic ways. Training is conducted in both Arabic and English. During the course, create a portfolio that demonstrates understanding of the principles of learning and teaching and that includes standards-based lesson plans, daily journals, communicative literacy activities, an observation report form, and a final project. Through the online component, engage in reading, watching videos, journal writing, and discussions. While on-site, design activities in groups and individually, and team-teach a beginning-level lesson to high school students and to peers from another NYU program.</p>

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If you have completed at least Level II, or the equivalent, of Arabic language study, this conversation course will help you to build upon that knowledge. Taught almost entirely in Arabic and targeted to individual learners&rsquo; skill levels, this course focuses on conversational Arabic, helping you to activate the knowledge you already have and strengthening your ability to communicate in Arabic accurately and effectively. Through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class activities that rely on interaction and participation, you&rsquo;ll increase your fluency in the Arabic language and your knowledge of Arabic culture. In this dynamic and interactive course, gain the language skills to engage in conversations and discussions and to communicate with greater ease in Arabic. <em>Note: Course content changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

This course is designed for those with no previous knowledge&mdash;or very limited knowledge&mdash;of the Arabic language. Through audio and visual instruction, learn to speak, understand, read, and write Modern Standard Arabic, which is the form of Arabic shared by all Arab countries. Classroom time is devoted to conversation (skits and discussions), as well as grammar exercises (including skim-reading tasks) that stem from the video material. Consistent emphasis is placed on authentic materials that derive a modern cultural context.

This course is designed for those who possess a novice understanding of Modern Standard Arabic, including knowledge of the alphabet, letter connections, four phrases, and nominal sentences. Study present and future tenses, and learn how to comprehend and to respond to spoken and written Arabic with increased proficiency and cultural awareness. The instructor uses authentic materials as well as supplementary learning media.

<p>This course, for beginning to intermediate students of Modern Standard Arabic, helps to develop skills in speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing, with attention given to cultural awareness. Emphasis is placed on communicative competencies and comprehension of spoken language. Upon completion of the course, be able to engage in conversations and to read works written in Modern Standard Arabic, and have the past tense, the subjunctive mood, and verb and noun patterns mastered.</p>

<p> This course is appropriate for students who possess an intermediate command of Modern Standard Arabic. Emphasis is placed on speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension of spoken language. Upon completion, be able to conduct conversations and to read Arabic materials, including poems, short stories, plays, and newspaper articles, dealing with social, political, and cultural issues. Develop writing skills through free composition exercises. Points of grammar covered include the jussive mood, superlative and comparative forms, and command verbs.</p>

Learn about the different styles of Arabic calligraphy and the rules of the widely used Naskh style (<span dir="rtl"><b>&#1582;&#1591; &#1575;&#1604;&#1606;&#1587;&#1582;</b></span>), and practice writing in it. Gain an introduction to the history and development of Arabic calligraphy. Refine your handwriting skills and deepen your understanding of the art of calligraphy. Explore specific strategies for producing your own artistic pieces, and at the end of the course, take part in an exhibition of your artwork.

Gain the Arabic language skills that will allow you to read and understand various types of newspaper articles, essays, and literary texts with the help of a dictionary. Learn how to listen to, and understand, the main points of a speech, lecture, or news broadcast. Discuss a number of general and specialized topics and be able to describe, narrate, argue a point, and express opinions. Write cohesive and articulate summaries, accounts, and critical pieces and begin to recognize and use formal and informal registers in appropriate situations.

<p>This course serves as an introduction to colloquial Egyptian, the most popular Arabic dialect in the Middle East. Learn the language of everyday life in Egypt: how to ask questions, introduce and speak about yourself and your family, greet others, and converse in a variety of situations. Learn the meaning and use of some typical Egyptian expressions, proverbs, and idioms. Carefully chosen texts, audio, and video provide the basis for building the essential skills of reading, understanding, and speaking the Egyptian dialect.</p>

For those with little or no knowledge of the Hebrew language, this course teaches reading, writing, speaking, and listening, with a focus on conversation. Begin by learning the Hebrew alphabet and the sound system. Acquire basic vocabulary and communication skills, such as introducing yourself and asking questions about daily activities as well as reading and writing simple sentences. Classes are conducted primarily in Hebrew.

In this introductory class, study the Persian alphabet and sound system and learn how to read and write individual words. Simple sentence structures and intonation for delivering different moods of speech are covered. Learn how to ask and answer questions and to discuss family relationships, the home, colors, numbers, daily routines, time, and education. By the end of the semester, you will be familiar with personal pronouns, verb formations and conjugations, the present and simple past tenses, possessive forms and constructions, and other basic grammatical structures. Classes are conducted in Persian to the extent possible. <em>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

<p>This course is a continuation of <em><a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/MIDE1-CE9201" target="_blank">Persian (Farsi) I</a>,</em> or its equivalent, and is designed for those who are already familiar with the Persian alphabet and sound system, and who have basic reading skills. Grammatical structures are introduced in a communicative way, and most of the grammar and verb tense structures needed for everyday conversation are addressed, including continuous emphatic structures, negation, prepositional phrases, the future tense, and imperatives. Topics covered include expressing likes and dislikes; giving directions; and discussing travel, months and days of the week, clothing and shopping, food and eating out, and health and doctor visits. The course focuses on all four core language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Classes are conducted in Persian to the extent possible.<br /><br><br><br /><br><br><em>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em></p>

Continue to master Persian pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary in a cultural context. Learn to communicate on more complex topics, and study Iranian culture. <em>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

In this class, which builds upon <em><a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/mide1-ce9203" target="_blank">Persian (Farsi) III</a></em> or its equivalent, you will deepen your knowledge of grammatical structures such as the subjunctive, the passive, conditionals, and usage of clauses, which will allow you to construct more complex sentences. You also will observe and learn how native Persian speakers use object pronoun endings on verbs. You will continue to practice Persian in a cultural context, discussing everyday topics with an emphasis on formal versus spoken language forms. Topics include Persian holidays and traditions, food and cooking, hobbies, and sports. Classes are conducted in Persian to the extent possible. <em>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

This course builds on <a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/mide1-ce9204" target="_blank"><em>Persian (Farsi) IV</em></a> or its equivalent, and gives students opportunities to engage with a variety of materials (videos, audio files, articles) and to become more familiar with Persian social expressions and pleasantries. In this course, speaking, listening, and reading skills will be improved through the use of interactive learning techniques such as role-plays and discussions. Classes are conducted in Persian to the extent possible. <i>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</i>

This course builds on <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/MIDE1-CE9205-persian-farsi-v.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1618327247011000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHGejjV1Q4PoIKRiqmEtg3RCCn11g" href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways/courses/MIDE1-CE9205-persian-farsi-v.html" target="_blank"><i>Persian (Farsi) V</i></a> or its equivalent, and provides students with opportunities to build both fluency and accuracy by expanding their vocabulary and practicing grammatical structures, including compound verbs in formal Persian and specific verb forms such as conditionals, the subjunctive, the causative, and the passive. Class discussions of topics of political and social significance - as well culture and literature - enhance fluency. Reading texts from web-based news broadcasts, short stories, poetry, listening to music, and watching movies hone listening skills. Short written assignments advancing from the sentence to paragraph level - along with individual and team presentations - ensure individualized feedback. Classes are conducted in Persian (Farsi) to the extent possible. <em>Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

<p class="MsoPlainText" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><font size="3"><font face="Times New Roman">Build upon the skills acquired in <i>Persian VI</i>. Focus on developing fluency and accuracy, expanding vocabulary, and broadening your range of grammatical structures. Work on the usage of compound verbs in formal Farsi and specific verb forms, such as conditionals, the subjunctive, the causative, and the passive. Discuss topics of political, social, and cultural significance. Select discussion material by reading web-based news broadcasts, short stories, and poetry and by listening to music and viewing movies. Write essays that focus on perfecting the transition from the sentence to the paragraph level and make individual and team presentations. This course is appropriate for intermediate level students.<!--?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /--><!--?xml:namespace prefix = o /--><o:p></o:p></font></font></p><br><br><p></p>

As an intermediate-level student of Persian, focus on developing fluency and accuracy, expanding your vocabulary, broadening your knowledge of grammatical structures, and strengthening your comprehension and oral skills by taking this course. Discuss topics of political, social, and cultural significance. Choose your discussion material from web-based news broadcasts, short stories and poetry, music, and movies. Learn to write longer, more complex sentences using conjunction words, paragraphs, and summaries. Practice using Arabic loan words and passive verb forms in formal Farsi, listen to audio files, answer questions, and make individual and/or team presentations.

<P>Read and discuss issues related to Iran's long history and Islam. Examine excerpts from classical and contemporary literature&#8212;both poetry and prose&#8212;from textbooks that are used at the International Center for Persian Studies of the University of Tehran. <SPAN>Students will make oral presentations and write short essays, expanding their vocabulary and knowledge of how Farsi uses suffixes and prefixes to build words. Students are also encouraged to use conjunction words that allow them to formulate more complex sentences and express more elaborate thoughts.&nbsp;This is the first of four planned advanced-level courses.</SPAN></P>

<p>As an intermediate-level student of Persian, focus on developing fluency and accuracy, expanding your vocabulary, broadening your knowledge of grammatical structures, and strengthening your comprehension and oral skills. Discuss topics of political, social, and cultural significance. Choose your discussion material from web-based news broadcasts, short stories and poems, music, and movies. Learn to write longer, more complex sentences using conjunction words, paragraphs, and summaries. Practice using Arabic loan words and advanced verb forms in formal Farsi, listen to audio files, answer questions, and make individual and/or team presentations.</p>

<p>As an advanced-level student of Persian, focus on developing fluency and accuracy, expanding your vocabulary, broadening your knowledge of grammatical structures, and strengthening your oral and comprehension skills. Discuss topics of political, social, and cultural significance. Choose your discussion material from web-based news broadcasts, short stories and poems, music, and movies. Learn to write longer, more complex sentences using conjunction words, paragraphs, and summaries. Practice using Arabic loan words and advanced verb forms in formal Farsi. Also, listen to audio files, answer questions, and make individual and team presentations.</p>

<p>As an advanced student of Persian, take this course to focus on developing fluency and accuracy and broadening your usage of more complex grammatical structures. In class, review and apply more intricate grammatical rules and exceptions to rules. Practice writing longer, more complex summaries and short essays. Participate in the selection of discussion material from web news broadcasts and blogs, and become familiar with a variety of text styles from social media. The course also incorporates short stories, poems, music, and movies. Hone your presentation skills while discussing topics of political, social, and cultural significance. In addition, learn proverbs and slang, as well as their underlying cultural references.</p>

In this course, improve your speaking, listening, and reading skills in Persian through the use of a variety of resources and learning techniques, including intermediate language exercises, role-playing, audio, videos, and text discussions. This course builds upon <em>Persian IV</em> or the equivalent. Read, listen to, and watch a variety of materials; become familiar with Persian social terms and pleasantries; improve your Persian vocabulary; work on formal versus spoken differences in conversational Farsi; and learn more about grammatical usage and different conversational styles and applications. This course aims to build greater ease and range of self-expression through improved pronunciation and grammar, increased vocabulary, and greater conversational skills, all while learning more about Iranian people and culture.

This course is for those at an advanced level who wish to focus exclusively on advancing their speaking skills in Persian/Farsi. In class, you have the opportunity to read, listen to, and watch a variety of authentic materials: political and social articles, short stories, classic and contemporary poems, music, and great Iranian films. These activities are followed by rigorous discussions and Q&amp;A. This course focuses on topics relevant to student interests and objectives, and the aim is to help you to express yourself in Persian with more ease, improve your pronunciation, use grammar correctly, build your vocabulary, and develop more fluid conversational skills on a variety of subjects while learning more about Iranian people and culture. You have the option of meeting for the last session at a Persian restaurant, and this expense is not included in the course tuition.

<p>This course is for all students who are ranked at the novice-high/intermediate-low level on the ACTFL scale, and would like to advance their knowledge of Persian grammar in order to express themselves in a more articulate, educated manner. The focus of this course is on writing, and the grammar points taught include: verb formation, proper use of the main tenses, use of prepositions, conjunction words and, finally, the use of conditional and subjunctive tenses and passive forms.</p>

<p>This online/on-site program emphasizes classroom teaching strategies based on the five Cs and emphasizes the use of target language, communicative strategies, and application of authentic materials. Training is conducted in both target languages and in English. During the course, create a portfolio that demonstrates understanding of the principles of learning and teaching and that includes standards-based lesson plans, daily journals, communicative literacy activities, an observation report form, and a final project. Through the online component, engage in reading, watching videos, journal writing, and discussions. While on site, design activities in groups and individually, and team-teach a beginning-level lesson to high school students and to peers from another NYU program. The program is 50 hours delivered over three weeks&#8212;two weeks of online instruction and one week on site.</p>

This course will help you to improve your reading comprehension, expand your vocabulary, advance your writing ability, and enhance your speaking and listening skills in Persian. The course is designed around a short novel, which is brought to life through class presentations, discussion, and guided written assignments. In addition, you will engage in conversations each week about a variety of topics to increase your fluency and sharpen your listening skills. Classes are taught almost entirely in Persian. <em>Note: Content changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.</em>

This course is specifically designed for Farsi speakers who have acquired basic competence in speaking and listening, usually from hearing and speaking it at home, but have very limited, if any, reading and writing skills in the language. If this describes you, then this course can help you to improve your grammar, reading, and writing in order to strengthen your overall Farsi proficiency. Learn the Persian alphabet, practice simple handwriting, and become familiar with the Persian keyboard. Through targeted reading and writing practice, learn basic sentence structures and verb forms. By the end of the course, you will have acquired reading, writing, and grammatical skills and built upon your speaking and listening competency.

<p>If you are fascinated by Turkey&rsquo;s rich history and culture, then acquire the basic communication skills to complement your interests. Learn how to interact with your Turkish friends and counterparts using simple language in real-life situations. The language instruction includes an appropriate cultural component that makes the linguistic meaning much clearer. By the end of the course, you will have a good beginner foundation in spoken Turkish.</p>

Turkish: Teacher Training Course I

<p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt"><font size="3"><font face="Calibri">Heighten your fluency and accuracy of language usage by expanding your vocabulary and practicing grammatical structures. Work on usage of compound verbs in formal Farsi and specific verb forms such as conditionals, the subjunctive, the causative, and the passive. Discuss topics of political and social significance, as well cultural and literary subjects, by reading texts from web-based news broadcasts, short stories and poetry, listening to music, and watching films. Write summaries in structured paragraphs and engage in individual and team presentations. This course is appropriate for intermediate level students.<span>&nbsp; </span></font></font></p>

<p>This course serves as an introduction to the Arabic colloquial dialect of the Levantine area, which covers Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and Jordan. In addition to acquiring language skills, learn about the cultures, traditions, and values of the peoples who speak this dialect. The course emphasizes developing conversational skills in a variety of everyday situations, such as meeting and greeting new people, speaking about oneself and one&rsquo;s family, ordering in a restaurant, making hotel reservations, and more.</p>

Gain an introduction to the Arabic colloquial dialect of the Levantine area, which covers Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and Jordan, as well as to the culture and values of its speakers. Acquire conversational skills, including cultural expressions and greetings. Learn how to ask questions; to introduce yourself; to talk about family, home, and work; to order in a restaurant; to make hotel reservations; and more.

<P>Building upon the<EM> Introduction to Spoken Levantine&nbsp;Arabic</EM> course, develop your&nbsp;communication skills by exploring a wider range of material in this dialect.&nbsp;Learn&nbsp;how to comprehend more complex structures in the dialect by listening to news, interviews, and clips of movies and TV shows. The instructor utilizes daily life expressions used in social media (Facebook and Twitter) to expose students to common expressions in Shami (Levantine). Students are asked to work on oral presentations, written assignments, listening comprehension drills, and in-class discussions. This course is also appropriate for students who have some basic familiarity with the dialect and wish to improve their skills. </P>

<p>Arabic is one language with many varieties. Business, educational, and cultural contacts with the Persian Gulf states are on the rise. If you have studied Modern Standard Arabic and wish to travel to the Gulf and shop at the local <em>souq</em>, you may want to pick up the local dialect before you go. Learn the basics of Gulf Arabic in terms of pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammatical expression. Explore the specifics of the different Gulf states, as culture is an integral part of class. This course is for students who are at an advanced-beginner level or higher in Modern Standard Arabic.</p>