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Intensive Arabic
For Beginners
Modern Standard Arabic
Arabic Dialects
Amharic
Tamazight (Berber)
Culture and History
This eight-week course covers all the material of our first five adult Arabic courses: Introduction to Arabic and Modern Standard Arabic 1-4. We will complete all the material in our in-house textbook, A Taste of Arabic, and its accompanying audio CDs, within the first two weeks, and then will cover all the material in the widely used textbook Al-Kitaab by the end of summer. The material covered in this program is equivalent to a year of academic study at a typical university's Arabic program. Each day consists of two hours of class, an hour of homework help during lunch time, and a half hour of Arabic-only of conversational practice. For more information see the summer intensive program page.
Prerequisites: None
Intro is the starting point for all students with limited or no prior exposure to Arabic. Students learn the Arabic alphabet while acquiring basic conversational skills and rudimentary grammar. At least half of each class meeting is devoted to conversation practice, using practical material students find immediately useful. The Arabic introduced in this course is Modern Standard Arabic, though students will also get a flavor of the various dialects. Tuition includes the text book and its complementary audio CDs, as well as free walk-in tutoring available once a week.
Prerequisites: None
This class provides a more in-depth introduction to Arabic study. Covering our "Introduction to Arabic" curriculum, this course devotes more time on tricky concepts and expands vocabulary. Generally offered in the summer, this class meets twice per week and challenges students to master the basics.
Prerequisites: None
Designed to reinforce the vocabulary and basic conversational ability taught in Introduction to Arabic. The course centers around six personal narratives-one from each continent-that will increase the students' ease in reading, and in-class conversational drills on similar subject matter. There is no textbook; tuition includes the narrative handouts and an accompanying audio CD.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic
Each week a new set of themed vocabulary will be introduced, and the whole class time will be spent on guided conversation about the various topics. A great way to develop verbal skills and meet students in other classes.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
This workshop presents aspects of Arabic phonology that can be troublesome for the Anglophone student. Students work with native speakers to perfect their pronunciation of Arabic and are given audio CDs and homework assignments to work on at home. Students at all levels of Arabic can benefit from this course.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
For students who have learned the Arabic alphabet but would like to enhance their knowledge and bolster their confidence before undertaking further Arabic study. We do not teach the alphabet in this course, but drill previously-acquired literacy skills through readings and dictation exercises. Students will also learn to recognize the 28 letters as they appear in handwriting and different fonts.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
Designed to bolster students' understanding and application of the two most important grammatical concepts from Introduction to Arabic: definiteness and iDaafa. Verbal drills in class and written assignments at home will provide practice and repetition in applying the concepts effectively. Useful for students who need more work in certain areas, for students who would like to review before moving on to the next level, and for students returning to Arabic study after a break.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
For students who have completed Introduction to Arabic and wish to continue learning Modern Standard Arabic. This course will cover units 1-5 in the widely used textbook "Al-Kitaab." Material includes all the commonly used pronouns; the number, gender and definiteness of nouns; full conjugation of regular verbs; and question words, and students will get talking about weather, food, and families. Homework often includes writing assignments, and vocabulary is greatly increased through conversational drills-especially for students who take a conversation class concurrently. Students must purchase "Al-Kitaab" separately, but tuition does include free walk-in tutoring available once a week.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
Covers units 6-10 in Al-Kitaab. Grammatical material includes possession, past tense conjugation and use, and beginning to recognize and use roots and patterns of Arabic verbs. Students will learn to discuss education and recreation, and will be able to tell time and ask prices. The format is much the same as MSA 1, and students are encouraged to take an elective conversation course concurrently.
Prerequisites: MSA 1 or equivalent
Covers units 11-15 in Al-Kitaab. Students will learn to make much more complex sentences using if-then clauses, nested verbs and new sentence structures. By the time students finish, they will have learned all 10 regular verb patterns and will be able to use a dictionary. Content touches on love, dating and marriage, friendship, housing, and identity issues.
Prerequisites: MSA2 or equivalent
Completes units 16-20 in Al-Kitaab. Students will learn new ways to express themselves, including passive, impersonal, and similarity constructions. All the essentials of i'raab, or written grammar and case endings, will be covered. Content will include guest culture, religion, and holidays. By the end of this course, students will have achieved an intermediate level of proficiency in the Arabic language.
Prerequisites: MSA 3 or equivalent
Covers units 1-5 in Al-Kitaab Part Two, a step up in intensity from Part One, with lots of new vocabulary, in-class discussion and historical and cultural knowledge. The units cover the ancient journey of Ibn Batuta, holidays and festivals, the Arab press, academia, and literature.
Prerequisites: MSA4 or equivalent
Covers units 6-10 in Al-Kitaab 2, including the women's rights movement, 1001 nights, Islamic social history, the conflicts of diglossia, and evolving marriage customs. By the end of this course, students will have assimilated all the important grammatical constructions of Modern Standard Arabic.
Prerequisites: MSA5 or equivalent
Covers units 1-5 in Al-Kitaab Part Three, at a pace of three weeks per unit. Topics discussed include Islam and politics, classical heritage versus popular culture, Arabs and the West, Arabic poetry, and economic development.
Prerequisites: MSA 6 or equivalent
Covers units 6-10 in Al-Kitaab Part Three, at a pace of three weeks per unit. Topics discussed include religion and society, literature and the arts, development, Westernization and more.
Prerequisites: MSA 7 or equivalent
This conversation class allows students to break free from the Al-Kitaab textbook and approach learning Arabic through live—and lively—interaction with their instructor and fellow students. No English is allowed in the classroom; the goal is to gain confidence communicating entirely in Arabic in a structured, social environment. Themed discussions will bring MSA grammar and vocabulary to life, and all students will be grouped according to their respective MSA level during one-on-one conversations. This is a perfect companion course to our regular MSA offerings.
Prerequisites: Previously or currently enrolled in MSA 1, or equivalent experience
This conversation class allows students to break free from the Al-Kitaab textbook and approach learning Arabic through live—and lively—interaction with their instructor and fellow students. No English is allowed in the classroom; the goal is to gain confidence communicating entirely in Arabic in a structured, social environment. Themed discussions will bring MSA grammar and vocabulary to life, and all students will be grouped according to their respective MSA level during one-on-one conversations. This is a perfect companion course to our regular MSA offerings.
Prerequisites: Previously or currently enrolled in MSA 3, or equivalent experience
Reinforces grammar, vocabulary and skills learned in MSA 1. Ideal for students who want to make sure that they "have it down" before advancing to MSA 2, or for students who have been away from Arabic for a while and need a refresher before restarting in MSA 2. Course material consists mostly of the extra readings and exercises from Al-Kitaab. Class time includes more conversation practice and grammar drills.
Prerequisites: MSA 1 or equivalent
Reinforces grammar, vocabulary and skills learned in MSA 2. Course material consists mostly of the extra readings and exercises from Al-Kitaab. Class time includes more conversation practice and grammar drills.
Prerequisites: MSA 2 or equivalent
Reinforces grammar, vocabulary and skills learned in MSA 3. Course material consists mostly of the extra readings and exercises from Al-Kitaab. Class time includes more conversation practice and grammar drills.
Prerequisites: MSA 3 or equivalent
Reinforces grammar, vocabulary and skills learned in MSA 4. Course material consists mostly of the extra readings and exercises from Al-Kitaab. Class time includes more conversation practice and grammar drills.
Prerequisites: MSA 4 or equivalent
This course focuses on authentic materials, including "Kalila wa Dimna," comics, television broadcasts, etc. This course is a perfect counterpart to MSA Levels 4-7, providing preparation for and supplement to the advanced readings in the upper-level Al-Kitaab books. It is expected that students come in with at least a basic understanding of the Arabic verbal awzaan, and for this reason, MSA 3 is considered a prerequisite.
Prerequisites: MSA 2 or equivalent
This course provides and chance to read and hear real life Modern Standard Arabic in newspapers, TV and radio. In each class, students watch or listen to a news segment a few times, trying to understand as much as possible and learning new words. Then the students improve their conversational ability by discussing the segment and related current events in Arabic. Homework may consist of reading a relevant newspaper article or writing a reaction to a piece of news discussed that week.
Prerequisites: MSA 3 or concurrent
This course, designed for students in MSA Levels 1 and 2, augments the presentation of Arabic verb structures offered in the "Al Kitaab" textbook. Students will learn conjugation of regular and irregular "fa'ala" verbs and become familiar with the verbal noun, active and passive participles. Class time consists almost entirely of drilling in Arabic, with very little English spoken. It is an excellent way to increase one's speaking and listening ability.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
Pure conversation in MSA--no dialect or English allowed. Centered around a series of practical, casual conversation topics designed to fill in the gaps of "Al-Kitaab." Shake off the formality of textbook Arabic and experience MSA as the living language it is.
Prerequisites: MSA 3 or equivalent
A fun way to develop descriptive skills, students will examine Arabic tabloids, reveling in celebrity gossip, pop culture and, frankly, yellow journalism. This course introduces the style and diction commonly found in such media, and provides a forum for conversational practice through discussion of the less important issues in the world today. Students will write and publish their own Arabic-language tabloid as a final project.
Prerequisites: MSA 3 or equivalent
All Arabic dialects share certain features not found in MSA. This course presents these divergences from the standard without delving into regional differences in vocabulary or pronunciation. The result will be a "generic dialect"-precisely the sort of "semi-standard" Arabic spoken among Arabs of different regions or by educated people in semi-formal situations. This will also provide the student of MSA with a significant head start on learning any particular dialect.
Prerequisites: MSA 3 or equivalent
Covers the basic phonetics, grammar, and vocabulary of every-day Egyptian dialect, as which is widely understood outside of Egypt thanks to the prevalence of Egyptian movies and music. Handouts are given each week in class, and the instructor leads spoken exercises and drills.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
Continuation of Egyptian Arabic Level 1.
Prerequisites: Egyptian Arabic Level 1 or equivalent
Continuation of Egyptian Arabic Level 2.
Prerequisites: Egyptian Arabic Level 2 or equivalent
Continuation of Egyptian Arabic Level 3.
Prerequisites: Egyptian Arabic Level 3 or equivalent
Continuation of Egyptian Arabic Level 4.
Prerequisites: Egyptian Arabic Level 4 or equivalent
Nothing but pure conversation in Egyptian dialect, on a different topic each week. Students can hone their verbal skills and increase their confidence-perfect for students planning a big trip. Don't bring your questions in English: only dialect is spoken here.
Prerequisites: Egyptian Arabic Level 3 or equivalent
Presents the spoken Arabic of Lebanon, understandable throughout the Levant, including Syria, the Palestinian territories, and parts of Jordan. Our highly practical text guides you through the journey of Rima, an American in Beirut, as she eats, shops at the market, takes a bus, and more. Class time is spent primarily on drills and conversation. Tuition includes textbook and audio CD.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
A continuation of Levantine Arabic Level 1, the textbook for this class consists of units 6-10, in which we follow Rima from Beirut to Palmyra and back, practicing dialogues centered around family and social events and learning more vocabulary for food, transportation, dates and times, and other practical day-to-day subjects. Tuition includes textbook and audio CD.
Prerequisites: Levantine Arabic Level 1 or equivalent
Continuation of Levantine Arabic Level 2.
Prerequisites: Levantine Arabic Level 2 or equivalent
Continuation of Levantine Arabic Level 3.
Prerequisites: Levantine Arabic Level 3 or equivalent
Simple conversations and verbal drills in Levantine for students with a basic background in the dialect. Students can become comfortable with the spoken language and begin to feel natural. Taught entirely in Arabic.
Prerequisites: Levantine 1 or equivalent
Presents Darja, the spoken Arabic of Tunisia. Our text follows the adventures of Rashida, an American newly arrived in Tunis, in her daily adventures eating, shopping, and going from place to place. Class time will focus on verbal drills and conversational exercises. Tuition includes textbook and audio CD.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
A continuation of Tunisian Arabic Level 1, the textbook for this class consists of units 6-10. In these episodes we follow Rashida on vacation and learn more practical every-day vocabulary. Tuition includes textbook and audio CD.
Prerequisites: Tunisian Arabic Level 1 or equivalent
Teaches Darija, the spoken Arabic of Morocco, through in-class exercises and excellent accompanying materials. The text is structured around real every-day stories told by real people, Said and Fatima. Their voices, recorded in Morocco, are featured on the CD. Tuition includes textbook and audio CD.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
An intensive continuation of Moroccan Arabic Level 1. In book 2, consisting of lessons 8-15, we hear more from Said and Fatima about their routines, their values, and special occasions. Tuition includes text and audio CD. Class meets twice per week to provide ample conversational practice.
Prerequisites: Moroccan Arabic Level 1 or equivalent
An introduction to the dialect of Arabic spoken throughout the Gulf states-Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the U.A.E., Oman, and Yemen.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
An introduction to the Iraqi dialect of Arabic, similar to that of the Gulf states but not always inter-intelligible.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Arabic or equivalent
Our introductory Amharic course covers the basics of Amharic, the official language of Ethiopia. Students learn the writing system, basic vocabulary and grammar. Dialog work and conversation practice feature prominently in the curriculum. Students must purchase textbook separately.
Prerequisites: None
This brief course reviews and reinforces key concepts from Amharic 1 and provides additional conversational practice so that students can begin to feel natural speaking the language before moving on to Amharic 2.
Prerequisites: Amharic 1 or equivalent
Continuation of Amharic 1.
Prerequisites: Amharic 1 or equivalent
This course, taught in English, covers the history of the Arabs from the Nabateans through the Abbasids. Intended to present a historical and cultural overview to students of Arabic, this course is also open to individuals not engaged in language study.
Prerequisites: None
This course, taught in English, covers the history of the Arabs from the end of the Ottoman empire through the current day. Arab nationalism and pan-Arabism are covered in depth. Intended to present a historical and cultural overview to students of Arabic, this course is also open to individuals not engaged in language study.
Prerequisites: None
The Arabs kept the flame of classical learning alive during Europe's "Dark Ages," preserving a priceless legacy of knowledge for the modern world. Inspired by the works of ancient Greece and Rome, Arab scientists and philosophers made great contributions to human knowledge. Learn about these great Arab thinkers and their works in this historical survey course. This course is taught in English; no knowledge of Arabic is required.
Prerequisites: None
An introduction to Arabic calligraphy, surveying the history of different styles in Islamic art and introducing students to several styles while focusing primarily on Riq'a, the most common style of Arabic calligraphy. Perfect for students who wish to read ornate calligraphy, to create beautiful works of their own or just to improve their Arabic handwriting.
Prerequisites: Must know the Arabic alphabet
Having learned to identify various calligraphic styles, students are challenged to push beyond Riq'a to produce calligraphic works of artistic merit.
Prerequisites: Arabic Calligraphy 1 or permission of school director.
Hashim Salih presents an overview of his research on the languages of Sudan, their distribution, affinities. He also discusses patterns of bilingualism and multilingualism. This course, taught in English, is open to all students and is of particular interest to those interested in linguistics, African Arabic dialects and other African languages.
Prerequisites: None
What are the Semitic languages and how do they work? How does Arabic exhibit features common to all such languages and in what ways does it differ? How did these languages evolve, and what are their relationships to other language groups? These are some of the questions that will be addressed in this survey course. Focusing on Amharic, Arabic, Aramaic and Hebrew, this course is a must for students of any Semitic language.
Prerequisites: None
Join us for a foray into Arab art forms! In one room, a presentation of Arab films; in another, an exploration of Arab popular song. In the third room, a survey of Arab visual art through the centuries. Students may choose to visit any of the rooms each week. The instructors will provide cultural and historical background, lead discussion and help students to understand the words in the original Arabic. Taught in English, this three-ring "cultural circus" is a fun, social time. Open to those who have never studied the Arabic language, it is also an enjoyable supplement for Arabic students. A 50% discount is offered on this course for students who take a language course concurrently.
Prerequisites: None
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