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ALIS 101-102-103-104/1101-1102-1103-1104 - Elementary Modern Standard Arabic (2-3 cr. each)
Description
Develops a fundamental working knowledge of the language through interactive exercises and drills within a framework of the essentials of syntax and morphology. Each course meets 7 or 10 hours in summer.
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ALIS 121-122/1111-1112 - Elementary Writing (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Develops basic writing skills useful in daily life. Trains students to summarize short informative passages and complete practical tasks such as filling out forms, writing messages, invitations, etc. Each course meets three or five hours per week.
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ALIS 131-132/1131-1132 - Elementary Printed Media (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Introduces students to the basic format of the Egyptian newspaper and acquaints them with the vocabulary and syntax of the Arabic press through the reading of simple news items. Each course meets three or five hours per week.
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ALIS 171-172/1211-1212 - Readings in the Qur’an (1 cr. each)
Description
Introduces students to the Qur’an, its structure, and a selection of its simpler verses. Addresses basic grammatical issues, while focusing on comprehension, oral repetition, and correct reading. Each course meets three hours per week.
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ALIS 111-112-113/1301-1302-1303 - Elementary Colloquial Arabic (2-4 cr. each)
Description
Introduces students to the spoken Arabic of Cairo. Concentrates on enabling students to communicate effectively in daily life. Targets high-frequency vocabulary and social situations and emphasizes pronunciation. Each course meets seven hours per week.
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ALIS 191-192/1991-1992 - Supervised Studies (1-4 cr. each)
Description
Study of a selected topic according to the students’ level and interests.
Hours
Each course meets two to seven hours per week.
When Offered
Offered in summer.
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit when content changes.
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ALIS 201-202-203-204/2101-2102-2103-2104 - Intermediate Modern Standard Arabic (2-3 cr. each)
Description
Emphasis the acquisition of vocabulary and increases the command of grammatical and syntactical structures. Further develops reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Any two consecutive courses can be taken simultaneously. Each course meets 7 or 10 hours in summer.
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ALIS 221-222/2111-2112 - Intermediate Writing (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Develops students’ ability to meet short practical writing needs. Trains students to summarize informative and narrative passages, gradually introducing more complex structures. Each course meets three or five hours per week .
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ALIS 231-232/2131-2132 - Intermediate Printed Media (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Exposes students to a wider range of topics selected from the Arabic press. Emphasizes vocabulary and idiom acquisition, and begins to develop students’ ability to read for speed. Each course meets three or five hours per week.
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ALIS 233-234/2133-2134 - Intermediate Aural Media (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Further develops students’ listening skills while expanding their vocabulary, especially in the areas of politics and economics. Increases their ability to comprehend details. Each course meets three or five hours per week.
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ALIS 241-242/2201-2202 - Intermediate Translation (1 cr. each)
Description
Translation of close reading and analysis of Arabic texts covering a wide range of topics. The course employs translation into English as a means to enhance students' knowledge of Arabic vocabulary, idiomatic expressions and complex structures. Translation from English into Arabic is used to train students to produce coherent and correct Arabic texts. Issues and techniques related to the practice of translation are dealt with, but the primary focus is on Arabic language learning
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ALIS 271-272/2211-2212 - Readings in the Qur’an (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Introduces a wide selection of verses, thoroughly addressing grammatical and syntactical issues. Trains students to recite with great precision. Each course meets three or five hours per week.
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ALIS 252/2251 - Readings in Modern Arabic Literature (1 cr.)
Description
Selections from a variety of prose writings. Course meets three hours per week.
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ALIS 211-212/2301-2302 - Intermediate Colloquial Arabic (2-4 cr. each)
Description
Concentrates on increasing student’s vocabulary and command of syntax, with a higher level of fluency. Enables students to communicate with native speakers in a wide variety of social situations. Each course meets five or seven hours per week.
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ALIS 291-292/2991-2992 - Supervised Studies (1-4 cr. each)
Description
Study of a selected topic according to the students’ level and interests.
Hours
Each course meets two to seven hours per week
When Offered
Offered in summer.
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit when content changes.
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ALIS 301-302/3101-3102 - Advanced Modern Standard Arabic (2-3 cr. each)
Description
Through the reading and analysis of selected texts, the course exposes students to a wide range of vocabulary, idiom, and style, while reviewing the major topics of grammar. Each course meets 7 or 10 hours in summer.
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ALIS 321-322/3111-3112 - Advanced Writing (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Equips students to write at greater length using a variety of techniques, including description, comparison, contrast, argumentation, etc. Refines students’ ability to write cohesive summaries. Each course meets three or five hours per week.
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ALIS 331-332/3131-3132 - Advanced Printed Media (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Introduces more complex and analytical articles and editorials from the Arabic press. Further develops students’ ability to skim. Each course meets three or five hours per week.
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ALIS 333-334/3133-3134 - Advanced Aural Media (1-3 cr. each)
Description
Trains students to take notes while listening to broadcasts. Expands their range of vocabulary and develops their ability to listen to lengthier passages. Each course meets three or five hours per week.
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ALIS 341-342/3201-3202 - Advanced Translation (1 cr. each)
Description
Focus in this course is more on problems and issues of translation. Students are expected to produce coherent, culturally sensitive texts in both languages. Graded authentic texts are used.
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ALIS 352/3251 - Readings in Modern Arabic Literature (1 cr.)
Description
Selections from a variety of prose writings: short stories, novels, plays, and poetry by writers from different Arab countries. Course meets three hours per week.
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ALIS 311-312/3301-3302 - Advanced Colloquial Arabic (2-3 cr. each)
Description
Develops students’ ability to express themselves more precisely and fluently. Uses authentic material, whether recorded or written, to encourage discussion. Each course meets five or seven hours per week.
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ALIS 391-392/3991-3992 - Supervised Studies (1-4 cr. each)
Description
Study of a selected topic according to the students’ level and interests.
Hours
Each course meets two to seven hours per week
When Offered
Offered in summer.
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit when content changes.
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