LA-213: Intermediate Arabic I

Course, prefix, number, & title: LA-213 Intermediate Arabic I

Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 3

Credits: 3

Pre-requisites (if any): LA-112 with a grade of C or higher or placement by the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures

Course Description in college catalog:

Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:

A.A. Liberal Arts and Sciences

A.S. Gallery and Museum Studies

QCC/John Jay Dual/Joint A.S. Degree in Criminal Justice

A.S. Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences (Dual/Joint Degree Program with York College)

General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.

1. Communicate effectively in various forms

2. Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions

3. Integrate knowledge and skills in their program of study

4. Work collaboratively in diverse groups directed at accomplishing learning objectives

Course-specific student learning outcomes:

By the end of the successful completion of the course, you will be able to:

• Improved practice in reading and writing Arabic
• Acquisition of additional vocabulary and recognition of Arabic derivatives and inflections
• Proficiency in listening to spoken Modern Standard Arabic and Colloquial Arabic
• Increased fluency in Arabic conversations on simple everyday topics
• Expanded knowledge of Arabic Grammar

Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:

A. Assessment of listening and conversational skills will occur through:

1. Evaluations of in-class oral activities, such as conversations with instructor, between pairs of students and in groups;
2. Successful completion of assigned activities based on DVD/Media Materials)
3. Oral dictation exercises in quizzes and exams

B. Assessment of writing skills, including comprehension of grammar, will be accomplished through individual, pairs, or group exercises in class, homework assignments, successful completion of writing activities assigned by your instructor and through grammar, vocabulary, and composition in quizzes and exams.

C. Assessment of reading skills will be accomplished through participatory exercises in class, homework assignments, successful completion of textbook reading activities assigned by your instructor, and reading materials in quizzes and exams.

• Throughout the semester, we will develop strategies that will assist you in becoming a good language learner. In general, you should practice the mechanic of grammar and pronunciation at home for homework. As class time is very limited it is imperative that you come prepared. This means:
• Your homework should be complete and thoughtfully done.
• You should have some specific questions about things you don’t understand.
• You should read and underline the explanations given in the textbook. They are in English and should help you understand grammatical concepts.
• You should come to class ready to speak in Arabic using the skills you practiced at home.

Academic Integrity policy (department or College):
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window(PDF).

Disabilities
Any student who feels that he or she may need an accommodation based upon the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Services in Science Building, Room S-132, 718-631-6257, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. You can visit the Office of Accessibility Services website.