LANG 2008 Arabic 204
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 102022
Coordinator Sawsan Amara Opens in new window
Description This is an intermediate subject in the Arabic major or sub-major. It provides an extension and consolidation of reading comprehension, and writing skills, as well as lexical enrichment in Modern Standard Arabic, particularly its range of written registers and their linguistic characteristics. The content for reading and writing activities will be selected from newspapers, magazines, short stories and other printed media. NOTE: Students enrolling in this subject as part of a major or sub-major in Arabic must enrol in Arabic 203 at the same time. Students with a background of study in the language may need to take higher level subjects. During the first two weeks of class, the lecturer will monitor the performance of students and advise students who need to transfer to a higher class. Students should consult the Languages Academic Course Advisor or Subject Coordinator if they are unsure of their appropriate level.
School Humanities & Comm Arts
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject
Equivalent Subjects LANG 2053 - Language and Communication Skills 2B Arabic
Assumed Knowledge
Arabic 201/202 or equivalent knowledge.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate understanding of a variety of texts;
- Write appropriately on a wide range of topics and in different genres;
- Identify the textual characteristics of a range of text-types;
- Carry out basic stylistic analysis of a range of text-types.
Subject Content
Reading and comprehension of different text-types.
Basic analysis of text types with reference to lexical and structural characteristics.
Writing of different text-types (e.g. letters, resumes, reports, essays, creative writing, short stories, etc.).
Inherent Requirements
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Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz | 1 hour (30 mins each) | 30 | N | Individual |
| Portfolio | 1,000-1,500 words | 30 | N | Individual |
| Final Exam | 2 hours | 40 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Alosh, M. (2010). Ahlan wa Sahlan: Functional Modern Standard Arabic for Intermediate Level. New Haven; London: Yale University Press.
Teaching Periods
Spring (2022)
Bankstown
Day
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Spring (2023)
Bankstown City
On-site
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