ARAB-205 Arabic Through the Media
In this content-based, advanced intermediate course, students will further develop skills in comprehending and speaking Arabic. Learning will be based on current authentic Arabic media, including news from satellite channels, broadcast news, printed pan-Arab newspapers, computer-based materials, public lectures, and current events. Grammatical concepts introduced in elementary and intermediate classes will be re-examined with the intention of expanding them for use in conversation. Students will apply their speaking skills in activities such as summarizing, rephrasing, transcribing, and presenting. The fundamental goal of this course is to build fluency in all skills while developing an extensive vocabulary through media exposure.