Mastering Arabic 1 (Macmillan Master Series (Languages))

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teaches Modern Standard Arabic, the universal language of the Arab world understood by all Arabic speakers After completing this course, you will be able to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. You can introduce yourself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details. You can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help. Al-Asas for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers: Part 3, Intermediate Level (With MP3 CD) الأسـاس في تعليم العربية للناطقين بغيرها The Pre-GCSE Arabic Companion: A Key Stage 3 Book for Lower Intermediate / Intermediate Level (The GCSE Arabic Companion) For the Arabic 1 course no prior knowledge of the language is required. In this course you will learn Modern Standard Arabic. This is the variant of Arabic that is used in newspapers and books and on radio and television. The course starts with a number of lessons about the Arabic script. In this course the topics covered include: greeting, introducing yourself, introducing your family, telling where you live and with whom, telling what you do, where you work or study, making polite requests, asking for and giving directions, describing your room and city. The necessary grammar is explained and ample attention is paid to vocabulary. All skills are covered: speaking, writing, reading and listening. Attention is also paid to the cultural context of the countries in which the language is spoken.

The course load is 56 hours. On request a Course load declaration form can be issued. The student should enquire with their department whether course participation can be converted into credits.Students are reminded that 1 credit = 10 hours of study, therefore for a 30 credit module, the minimum expected amount of study is 300 hours, which averages over 10 hours per week. A substantial amount of independent study is therefore required. Students can make use of Moodle to facilitate this. Assessment The regular course starting in February is a traditional classroom course. The teacher and all students are present in the classroom. Course description offers a gradual introduction to the language, script and structures through audio, video, stories and easy-to-follow explanations Including basic grammatical structures such as gender, personal and attached pronouns, nominal and verbal sentences, rule of the definite article, nouns and adjectives, interrogatives, prepositions, comparative and superlative adjectives, verb patterns (present, past and future tenses). Subject-specific and transferable skills

The course is intended for adults with a higher education diploma, including both students and staff members of Leiden University, as well as interested parties who have no connection to Leiden University. The course is open to any person aged 17 or older with a completed secondary school education. Al-Asas for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers: Part 2, Advanced Beginner Level (With MP3 CD) الأسـاس في تعليم العربية للناطقين بغيرها GCSE Arabic Essential Vocabulary List: An Arabic-English Vocabulary List Arranged by Topics and Required for the GCSE Examination Solid state physics Quantum theory Chemical bonds SCIENCE Physics Condensed Matter Física do estado sólido Mecânica quânticaThe semi-intensive course in January is an online course. To be able to participate online, you are advised to use a headset with microphone.

The course makes use of the digital learning environment BrightSpace. Within this learning environment you will find the homework and additional learning materials. Course participants are expected to prepare the lessons at home (approximately three hours per lesson). The course book Mastering Arabic 1 consists of 20 chapters and corresponds to 2 complete levels of the CEFR/ERK. The aim of this book is to guide you to level A2. The content is divided into four courses. After the course Arabic 1 you will reach level A1.1 and after following Arabic 2 level A1.2 (A1). After Arabic 3 you will reach level 2.1 and after Arabic 4 level 2.2 (A2). The course is concluded with a test. A certificate is awarded if the test is completed successfully and the participant has attended 80% of the lessons. Course material This bestselling Arabic course has long been a trusted resource for beginner students of the Arabic language!Useful, relevant lessons cover everyday situations related to introductions, family, jobs, dining, shopping and much more Including items such as greetings, introductions, family, professions, describing things, directions, likes and dislikes, numerals, shopping, going out, telling the time and appointments, daily routine, and future plans. Grammar

Designed for both classroom use and self-study, Mastering Arabic 1 is a modern, engaging beginning Arabic course that offers lively dialogues, a variety of texts and exercises, and fascinating cultural insights.• Teaches Modern Standard Arabic, the universal language of the Arab world To achieve A1 and to work towards A2 standard of the Common European Framework for Reference (CEFR). There are no entry requirements with respect to knowledge of Arabic. A basic knowledge of English is required. Other informationAl-Asas for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers: Part 1, Beginner Level (With MP3 CD) الأسـاس في تعليم العربية للناطقين بغيرها Offers a gradual introduction to the language, script, and grammar through audio, video, stories, and easy-to-follow explanations