North Carolina State University Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures Fall 2015 / FLA 201 Syllabus / Intermediate Arabic I Professor Email Class time Dr. Inas Messiha itmessih@ncsu.edu Section 1 10:15-11:05 MWF Section 2 12:25-1:15 MWF Class Location 110 Withers Office 205 Withers Office Hours 2:30-3:30 pm MWF & by appointment Phone 919-515-9279 …………………………………………………………………………………………………........ Fall 2015 / FLA 201 / Intermediate Arabic I ! لا ً أه Course Description Arabic 201 is an intermediate course designed as a continuation of Arabic 102 and a basis for further instruction of Arabic as a foreign language. Students who acquired previous knowledge of Arabic in other institutions (study abroad, summer institutes, etc.) may also enroll in this course with the professor’s permission. Arabic is the official language of 22 countries, some of which were the birthplaces of great ancient civilizations. Arabic is also the language of the Islamic religion. It is the language of a booming music and film industry as well as the language of a significant body of literature, and the language of a politically remarkable and vital part of the world. The “multiplicity” of the Arabic language and the coexistence of spoken Arabic and written standard Arabic are addressed in this course in order to prepare the student for the complex reality of the language. The course will address all four communication skills (reading, speaking, listening and writing), and will immerse the students in the Arabic language and culture through various activities designed around a serialized and audio-visually enhanced story set in an Arab environment. Course Objectives Students completing Arabic 201 are able to: 1. Read texts on familiar topics and understand the main ideas without using the dictionary and have confidence in their ability to deduce the meaning of new words from context. 2. Speak about themselves and their environment, carry out basic transactions related to daily life, initiate and sustain conversations on daily-life topics with educated native speakers. 1 3. Write notes and essays on familiar topics related to daily life. 4. Determine the root and pattern of new words to effectively use a root-based Arabic dictionary. 5. Form and understand more sentence structures of Arabic: using past, present and future tenses, describing an entity using the indefinite relative clause, quantifying expressions, using interrogatives, expressing ability and desire. 6. Become familiar with some of the differences between formal and spoken Arabic. 7. Learn many aspects of Arab culture. Required Textbook If you took FLA 101 and 102, you already have the textbook necessary for this class. Make sure the DVD is still in the book and that it is working. Make sure you have the Companion Website Book Key. Brustad, Kristen, Mahmoud Al-Batal, and Abbas Al-Tonsi. Al-Kitaab fii Ta’allum al‘Arabiyya: A Textbook for Beginning Arabic, Part One, with DVD and Companion Website. Third Edition. Washington D.C.: Georgetown University Press, 2011. Recommended A reliable Arabic/English dictionary such as: Cowan, J.M., ed. The Hans Wehr Dictionary of Modern Written Arabic. Fourth Edition. Urbana, IL: Spoken Language Services, Inc. 1994. Grading Policies Grades for this course are based on proven mastery of the subject matter Chapter tests ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30% There are 3 scheduled comprehensive tests covering grammar, vocabulary, and all material learned. The test will typically include a listening section and various reading and writing, vocabulary, and grammar sections related to the lesson(s) in question. No make-up. Final oral interview ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10% This is a comprehensive cumulative oral interview scheduled during the last days of the course. The format will be discussed as we approach the end of the course. Homework, Online Assignments and Film --------------------------------------------------------- 20% Regular thorough preparation of the material assigned: writing vocabulary sentences, completing exercises, memorizing new vocabulary, reading grammar explanations offered in English in the book, and preparing for class ahead of time enable students to be active and critical participants in class. Homework will be collected daily. No late work will be accepted. Written assignments are indicated on syllabus. You are also assigned online activities on the Al-Kitaab Companion website. Please check the site for these assignments. Alkitaabtextbook.com 2 Watching an Arab film is an invaluable cultural experience. You are required to watch an Arab film with English subtitles. The film cannot be dubbed in English, in order for students to hear spoken Arabic, but it must contain English subtitles to ensure comprehension. DH Hill Library has several Arab films you can choose from. A film that you’ve seen earlier will not count towards this course requirement. You’ll sign a pledge on your Film sheet stating you’ve watched a new film especially for this assignment. The film sheet is posted on Moodle. Quizzes -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20% These are ten minute quizzes to test spelling, listening ability, vocabulary, grammar, and concepts students have learned in class and at home. They are a way to assure that students are keeping up, as well as a means to reinforce subjects covered. There are 10 scheduled quizzes on the syllabus. Other unannounced quizzes could be given. No make-up. Presentation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10% This is a research project that is conducted in groups of 3-4 students. The purpose of this activity is to learn more about Middle Eastern culture and to use the language in a creative and informative way. You will choose one of the categories from the list below and give a 10-minute presentation in Arabic to the class. The presenters will provide the class with: 1. A list of 15-20 Arabic words related to their topic, with their English translation. 2. A transcript of the presentation in Arabic (and English if the group has an English translation of the transcript). Many students choose to film their presentation outside of class and show the recording to the class the day of the presentation. Your professor can make copies of the handouts if they are ready a week before the date of the presentation; otherwise each group is responsible for making enough copies for all students (about 25 copies). Categories to compete in: 1. Drama 2. Games 3. Talk show / News broadcast 4. Cooking 5. Other (talk to instructor) Every group will indicate 2 choices on a sign-up sheet given later in the semester. Your professor will choose one of the topics in order to cover all topics. Online Assignments and Film ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10% You will be assigned online activities on the Al-Kitaab Companion website. Please check the site for the assignments. Alkitaabtextbook.com Watching an Arab film is an invaluable cultural experience. You are required to watch an Arab film with English subtitles. The film cannot be dubbed in English, in order for students to hear spoken Arabic, but it must contain English subtitles to ensure comprehension. 3 DH Hill Library has several Arab films you can choose from. A film that you’ve seen earlier will not count towards this course requirement. You’ll sign a pledge on your Film sheet stating you’ve watched a new film especially for this assignment. The film sheet is posted on Moodle. Participation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10% Participation is essential. The course involves a high level of teamwork. It is imperative to attend class regularly and punctually in order to participate in and benefit from these activities. In-class discussions and activities are designed to practice the language and improve oral skills. Participation requires a conscious effort, preparation for class, and contribution to a cooperative classroom atmosphere. The participation portion of your grade will be determined using the following criteria and attendance requirements. A = Student comes to class prepared, bringing proper materials, arriving on time and staying the full length of the class. Student is attentive and frequently volunteers to participate. Student is actively involved in all class activities and stays on task in group work. Any questions and comments are pertinent. B = Student is usually prepared. Student is attentive, participates in all activities, and volunteers from time to time. Student asks only pertinent questions. C= Student shows evidence of being unprepared and may do homework or text during class. Student may arrive late or leave early. Student volunteers infrequently and may ask questions that show unpreparedness for class. D = Student is unprepared and/or inattentive. Student rarely volunteers and demonstrates lack of involvement in class activities. Student may not stay on task in group work and may ask unnecessary or inappropriate questions. F = Student is disrespectful and/or exhibits a lack of concern for the class. His or her behavior may have a negative effect on the class. Attendance -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regular attendance is mandatory, as it is necessary for your progress and for maintaining a constructive environment for group learning. Whether your absence is excused or not, you are allowed to miss a total of three (3) classes this semester. Keep track of your absences and save them for emergencies. Every additional absence will lower your grade by 1%, affecting your final grade in the course. Lateness to class is not permitted. Quizzes will be given the first 10 minutes of class. No make-up. Three tardies will count as one absence. What do I do if I have to miss a class? 1. Keep track of your absences. 2. Inform your instructor as soon as possible. 3. Contact a student in the class to be informed about missed work, quiz, etc. (things that may not be included on the syllabus). When a form of testing and/or any other evaluation has been announced when you’re absent, it is your responsibility to find out about it. 4 4. Consult syllabus to determine what you missed and what to prepare for the next class. 5. If you have an official document explaining your absence as unavoidable, show it to your instructor as soon as possible. Your instructor will determine whether you may or may not make up for any missed work. 6. When a form of testing and/or any other evaluation has been scheduled, any student who misses class on that day and does not provide official documentation will get a zero. An Incomplete or Late Grade is used only as a very last resort and will be assigned only in accordance with the university policy found at: http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-50-03. You may access NC State Attendance Regulation at: http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-03 Final Exam ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- There is no written final exam for this course Grades scale A+ = 97.0-100 B+ = 87.0-89.9 C+ = 77.0-79.9 D+ = 67.0-69.9 F = 59.9 and below A = 93.0-96.9 B = 83.0-86.9 C = 73.0-76.9 D = 63.0-66.9 A- = 90.0-92.9 B- = 80.0-82.9 C- = 70.0-72.9 D- = 60.0-62.9 Academic Integrity DO use regular or online dictionaries to find Arabic or English equivalents for individual words. However, do NOT use online translators for phrases or sentences for written assignments. The results are poor and violate Academic Integrity Regulations. The students and the professor will follow both the spirit and letter of the NCSU Code of Student Conduct. It is the understanding and expectation on the part of the professor that the student’s signature/name on any test or assignment means that the student has neither given nor received any unauthorized aid. Although students are encouraged to discuss with others, both members and non-members of the class, the assignments, the readings, their thoughts and ideas, they must complete and turn in their own work. The complete Code of Student Conduct can be found at: http://policies.ncsu.edu/policy/pol-11-35-01 Oral Proficiency Guidelines from the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages: Intermediate Low “Speakers at the Intermediate-Low level are able to handle successfully a limited number of uncomplicated communicative tasks by creating with the language in straightforward social situations. Conversation is restricted to some of the concrete exchanges and predictable topics necessary for survival in the target language culture. These topics relate to basic personal information covering, for example, self and family, some daily activities and personal preferences, as well as to some immediate needs, such as ordering food and making simple 5 purchases. At the Intermediate-Low level, speakers are primarily reactive and struggle to answer direct questions or requests for information, but they are also able to ask a few appropriate questions. Intermediate-Low speakers express personal meaning by combining and recombining into short statements what they know and what they hear from their interlocutors. Their utterances are often filled with hesitancy and inaccuracies as they search for appropriate linguistic forms and vocabulary while attempting to give form to the message. Their speech is characterized by frequent pauses, ineffective reformulations and self-corrections. Their pronunciation, vocabulary and syntax are strongly influenced by their first language but, in spite of frequent misunderstandings that require repetition or rephrasing, Intermediate-Low speakers can generally be understood by sympathetic interlocutors, particularly by those accustomed to dealing with non-natives.” In Case of Adverse Weather Check e-mail, news, the NCSU homepage http://www.ncsu.edu/, or call 513-8888 for the latest information. Read the complete Adverse Weather Policy for more information: http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-04-20-07. Students with Disabilities Reasonable accommodations will be made for students with verifiable disabilities. Students with diagnosed disabilities schedule an appointment with the professor at the beginning of the semester to discuss reasonable academic accommodations. This student/professor meeting occurs after the professor receives official documentation from the DSO. Students without official documentation need to register in Suite 1900, Student Health Center Campus Box 7509 (See http://www.ncsu.edu/dso/students or call 515-7653, voice and 515-8830, TTY). For more information on NC State’s policy on working with students with disabilities, please see http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-01. Students with particular learning styles/needs should inform the professor at the beginning of the course. Diversity Policy This course fosters free and open dialogue, the acceptance and discussion of different opinions, and mutual respect among class members. Please consult NC State regulations at: http://policies.ncsu.edu/policy/pol-04-25-05. Arabic Club Consider joining the Arabic Club which meets for an hour every other week. You will get extra exposure to the language and culture. You are welcome to any of these meetings. Your instructor will let you know when and where the first meeting will take place this semester. CHASS Career Services CHASS Career Services are available through the Career Development Center. Your career contacts are: Jane Matthews and Woody Catoe. Make appointments through ePACK – ncsu.edu/epack. 6 Online Course Evaluations Online class evaluations will be available for students to complete during the last 2 weeks of the semester and become unavailable before finals begin. Students will receive an email message directing them to a website where they can complete evaluations. All evaluations are confidential; instructors will not know how any one student responded to any question, and students will not know the ratings for any instructors. More information about Class Eval: http://www.ncsu.edu/UPA/classeval/ FLL Home Page Visit the Foreign Languages and Literatures Department home page for more information about the professional advantages of studying foreign languages, the Middle-East Minor at NC State, and other useful information http://fll.chass.ncsu.edu/ . Useful Tips Take advantage of the review days at the beginning of the semester. They will offer useful reminders to material you might have forgotten over the summer. A strong linguistic foundation is necessary to build on in this course. Prepare for class. Complete the homework assignment before coming to class. Reading over a new lesson and trying to do the drills to the best of your ability will make you benefit much more from the explanation given in class the next day. Don’t panic if you don’t understand things on your own at first. You will be able to gain better understanding in class once you do the preliminary work by yourself. Attend class regularly. Be on time, or a few minutes early to settle in before class begins. Listen carefully to the audio sections on the Al-Kitaab Companion Website. Bring your book and homework to class every time. Study out loud, as well as in pairs or groups. However, you may submit graded work that only you have done. Practice, Practice, Practice. Pronounce new vocabulary words at least ten times following the voice on the Website so that you can say them easily. Remember: if you cannot pronounce a new word easily, you can’t spell it correctly, and you haven’t really learned it yet. Make associations, and be creative. It is much easier to remember a new foreign word if you can associate it with something else that you already know. Ask questions. Your teacher will be happy to answer all your questions. Never leave the classroom without a complete and clear understanding of what was introduced in class. You owe it to yourself and to your teacher. Cooperate with your classmates. You may be able to learn a lot from your class partner(s), and vice versa. Make sure you help others in the class, and expect to be helped by them. Correct each other. 7 Take risks. Continually try new words and phrases. Do not be afraid of making mistakes. Use Arabic in class as frequently as possible. You are strongly encouraged to use Arabic phrases for basic class terms, and continue to incorporate new vocabulary daily. Be an active listener. Listen both to what people are saying in class and how they are saying it. If a classmate uses a word you are unfamiliar with, try to understand it from context. If your classmate makes a mistake while speaking, think about how you would correct the mistake. Keep your mind active, even if you are not directly involved in the conversation. Learn to guess. You acquired much of your native tongue by learning how to guess meaning from context. Guessing skills are central to language acquisition. A language class is one of the most fun experiences you’ll have in your university career. Enjoy and learn! Daily Schedule Activities and assignments are subject to change based on need and progress made. If an assigned activity has the headphone icon next to it in the book, please listen to that activity online. All assignments must be done on a separate sheet of paper, to be turned in. Remember to write your name and the Homework Number on each assignment you turn in. The Alif Baa Review Packets contain a summary of the book chapters. If you still have the Alif Baa book, and can access the online companion website, or have the DVD’s, it would be more beneficial to use those to review. DATE Wednesday August 19 Friday August 21 Monday August 24 Wednesday August 26 Homework to be done Before Class Study Alif Baa Review Packets 1 & 2 covering Chapters 1-6 (posted on Moodle) Study Alif Baa Review Packet 3covering Chapters 7-9 (posted on Moodle) Homework 1 Study for Quiz 1 Al-Kitaab: Review Lessons 1-3 1. Lesson 1. Drill 3 A p. 5: Answer the questions about yourself in Arabic in writing. Write complete sentences. 2. Lesson 2. Drill 3 A p. 23: Answer the Class Activities Introduction & Review Review Review Quiz 1 Review 8 questions about yourself in Arabic in writing. Write complete sentences. 3. Lesson 3. Drill 4 A p. 44-45: Answer the questions about yourself in Arabic in writing. Write complete sentences. Friday Review Homework 2 August 28 Al-Kitaab: Review Lessons 4-5 1. Lesson 4. Study vocab list p. 64-65. Do drill 1 p. 66-67 2. Lesson 5. Study vocab list p. 92-93. Do drill 1 p. 94 Monday Review Homework 3 August 31 Al-Kitaab: Review Lessons 6-7 1. Lesson 6. Watch the story in Fusha online (Drill 6B), complete Drill 6 # 3 p. 120 2. Lesson 7. Do drill 9 p. 143; translate in writing into Arabic Wednesday Homework 4 Quiz 2 September 2 Study for Quiz 2 Review Al-Kitaab: Review Lesson 8 1. Lesson 8. Study vocab list p. 152-153, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic all vocab sentences online (Drill 2&Drill 7), translate them in writing to English Friday Review Homework 5 September 4 Al-Kitaab: Review Lesson 8 1. Lesson 8. Study Past Tense p. 157158 & do drill 8 p. 159 2. Watch story in Fusha online (Drill 10 B) & do drill 10 # 2 p. 160 Monday No Class : Labor Day September 7 Wednesday Lesson 9 Lesson 9 September 9 Study for Quiz 3 Quiz 3 Vocab & Verb Homework 6 1. Study vocab list p. 180-181, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic the vocab sentences online (Drill 3), translate them in writing to English (last word: “chess”) 2. Learn verb 1 “to return” p. 182 Friday Lesson 9 Lesson 9 9 September 11 Homework 7 1. Study vocab list p. 180-181, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 6), translate them in writing to English 2. learn verb 2 “to be able to” p. 182 Monday Lesson 9 September 14 Homework 8 1. Do drill 1 p. 182-183 2. Do drill 2 p. 183-184 Wednesday Lesson 9 September 16 Homework 9 1. Listen to the story in Fusha online (Drill 9C) & do drill 9 #3 p.189 Friday Lesson 9 September 18 Homework 10 1. Study Present Tense p. 186-187 & do drill 7 p. 187 2. Study Ordinal Numbers p. 190-191 & do drill 10 p. 191 Monday Lesson 9 September 21 Homework 11 1. Study for Quiz 4 2. Study What Time Is It? p. 191-192 & do drill 11 online only 3. Listen Online to Drill 14 & answer questions in drill 14 p. 196 Wednesday Lesson 10 September 23 Homework 12 1. Study vocab list p. 200-202, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 2), translate them in writing to English (last word “usually”) 2. Learn verb 1 “to sleep” p. 202 Friday Lesson 10 September 25 Homework 13 1. Study vocab list p. 200-202, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 7), translate them in writing to English 2. Learn verbs 2 & 3: “to come” and “to wake up” p. 203-204 Vocab & Verb Lesson 9 Vocab Lesson 9 Story Lesson 9 Present Tense & Ordinal numbers Lesson 9 Quiz 4 Telling Time & Review Lesson 10 Vocab & Verb Lesson 10 Vocab & Verbs 10 Monday Lesson 10 September 28 Homework 14 1. Do drill 1 p. 204-205 2. Do drill 5 p. 207-208 - Masdar Lesson 10 Vocabulary & Masdar Review Wednesday Lesson 10 September 30 Homework 15 1. Listen to the story in Fusha (online Drill 13) & do drill 13 # 2 p. 217 2. Study Conditionals p. 210 Friday Lesson 10 October 2 Homework 16 1. Study for Quiz 5 2. Study Comparative p. 211-212 3. Study Subjunctive p. 213-215 & do drill 11 p. 215 Monday Lesson 10 October 5 1. Review 2. Read Grammar 2 p. 218 Wednesday Prepare for Test 1 on Lessons 9-10 October 7 Friday No Class: Fall Break October 9 Monday Lesson 11 October 12 Homework 17 1. Study vocab list p. 226-227, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 4), translate them in writing to English (last word “pharmacy”) Wednesday Lesson 11 October 14 Homework 18 1. Study vocab list p. 226-228, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 8), translate them in writing to English Friday Lesson 11 October 16 Homework 19 1. Do drill 1 p. 228-229 Monday Lesson 11 October 19 Homework 20 1. Listen to the story in Fusha online (Drill 13A) & do drill 13 # 5 p. 236 Lesson 10 Story & Conditionals Lesson 10 Quiz 5 Comparative & Subjunctive Lesson 10 Review Test 1 on Lessons 9-10 Lesson 11 Film Reaction Due Vocab Lesson 11 Vocab Lesson 11 Vocab Lesson 11 Story Indefinite Noun Adjective Phrase 11 Wednesday October 21 Friday October 23 2. Study Indefinite Noun Adjective Phrase p. 233-234 & do Drill 9 online only Lesson 11 Homework 1. Study for Quiz 6 2. Read Verb Patterns p. 237-239 Lesson 12 Homework 21 1. Study vocab list p. 246, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 3), translate them in writing to English (last word “I was appointed”) 2. Read Notes on Vocabulary Usage p. 247 3. Study verb 1 p. 248 “to visit” Monday Lesson 12 October 26 Homework 22 1. Study vocab list p. 246, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 7), translate them in writing to English 2. Study verb 2 p. 248 “to spend (time)” Wednesday Lesson 12 October 28 Homework 23 1. Do drill 2 p. 249-250 Friday Lesson 12 October 30 Homework 24 1. Listen to story in Fusha online (Drill 10) & do drill 10 #4 p. 256 2. Study Future Tense p. 253-254 & do drill 9 p. 254-255 Monday Lesson 12 November 2 Homework 1. Study for Quiz 7 2. Study Alism Almansoob p. 257 3. Study Subject-verb agreement p. 258259 & do Drill 12 online only Wednesday Lesson 12 November 4 Homework 25 1. Do drill 14 p. 260 Friday Prepare for test 2 on Lessons 11-12 Lesson 11 Quiz 6 Practice & Review Activities Lesson 12 Vocab & Verb Lesson 12 Vocab & Verb Quantifiers Review Lesson 11 Vocab Lesson 12 Story Future Tense Lesson 12 Quiz 7 Alism Almansoob & Subject-verb agreement in “verbal sentences” Lesson 12 Practice Activities Test 2 on Lessons 11-12 12 November 6 Monday Lesson 13 November 9 Homework 26 1. Study vocab list p. 268-269, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 4), translate them in writing to English (last word “longing for …”) 2. Study Notes on Vocabulary Usage p. 269-271 Wednesday Lesson 13 November 11 Homework 27 1. Study vocab list p. 268-269, listen to, repeat and write in Arabic vocab sentences online (Drill 7), translate them in writing to English 2. Study verbs “to finish doing something” and “to find” p. 271 Friday Lesson 13 November 13 Homework 28 1. Do drill 2 p. 273-274 2. Listen to story in Fusha online (Drill 10) & do drill 10 # 3 p. 281-282 Monday Lesson 13 November 16 Homework 29 1. Study Sentence Complements p. 277279 & do drill 8 p. 279-280 2. Study Negation of Past p. 282 & do drill 11A p. 283 Wednesday Prepare for test 3 on Lesson 13 November 18 Friday Prepare Presentations November 20 Monday Prepare Presentations November 23 Wednesday No Class: Thanksgiving November 25-Friday November 27 Monday Review for Final Oral Interviews November 30 Wednesday Review for Final Oral Interviews December 2 Lesson 13 Vocab Lesson 13 Vocab & Verbs Lesson 13 Vocab & Story Lesson 13 Sentence Complements & Negation of Past Test 3 on Lesson 13 Presentations Presentations No Class: Thanksgiving Final Oral Interviews Final Oral Interviews 13 Friday December 4 Last day of classes Review for Final Oral Interviews Final Oral Interviews ! ﻤﺒﺮﻮﻚ Students to be contacted in case of an absence, and for group studying Name E-mail address Phone Number ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14