(ARB) Arabic Courses

Note: Students who have taken two or more years of a foreign language, and have done so in the last two years, should begin that language at the 200 level or switch to a new language. If there is doubt, placement will be determined by testing or consultation with the academic division.


General Education course Humanities
(3 credits)  ARB 101 - Beginning Arabic I
Spoken communication in Arabic is the goal and means of instruction. Initial weeks are dedicated to studying the alphabet and writing system. Reading and writing are assigned out of class to facilitate effective listening and speaking practice in class. Basic grammar and culture are introduced. 3 lecture hours

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General Education course Humanities
(3 credits)  ARB 102 - Beginning Arabic II
For students who either completed ARB 101 or have otherwise gained elementary prior knowledge of Arabic. Spoken communication in Arabic is the goal and means of instruction. Reading and writing are assigned out of class to facilitate effective listening and speaking practice in class. Basic grammar and culture are introduced. 3 lecture hours

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