Beginning Levantine Colloquial

Parting from the solid foundation built in MSA during the first two years of Arabic studies, this course will accelerate students’ advancement toward language proficiency by introducing them to Levantine Colloquial, one of the major varieties of Arabic. In preparation for class meetings, we will view and read a variety of media from the Levant. Oral communication and understanding Levantine cultures and contemporary societies will be the focus of our meetings. At the end of the semester, students will gain confidence to function in an ample variety of social and cultural environments and access a wider range of media.