Arabic (ARB)

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ARB 101. First-Year Arabic I. 4 Credits.

Basic structures and vocabulary of modern standard Arabic. Practice in the fundamentals of listening, speaking, reading, and writing; introduction to the cultural context of the Arabic-speaking world. No previous knowledge of Arabic required. Not open to native speakers of Arabic.

ARB 102. First-Year Arabic II. 4 Credits.

Basic structures and vocabulary of modern standard Arabic. Practice in the fundamentals of listening, speaking, reading, and writing; introduction to the cultural context of the Arabic-speaking world. Continuation of ARB 101. Not open to native speakers of Arabic.

ARB 201. Second-Year Arabic I. 3 Credits.

Extended practice with grammatical structures and practical vocabulary to develop proficiency in listening and speaking: additional emphasis on development of skills in reading and writing; cultural topics. Prereq: ARB 102 or equivalent.

ARB 202. Second-Year Arabic II. 3 Credits.

Extended practice with grammatical structures and practical vocabulary to develop proficiency in listening and speaking: additional emphasis on development of skills in reading and writing; cultural topics. Prereq: ARB 201 or equivalent.