Learn ARABIC for conversation or academic purposes (proper dialect "Fusha" or a variety of other middle eastern dialects)
From 64.99 C$ /h
As a language, Arabic may seem scary, whether you hear two people speaking it with a bit of an aggressive tone, or see the terrifying Alphabet being used and written in a different direction! However! Fear not! I can assure you, i felt the same way about Dutch, and was terrified to try and articulate the words and their meanings. However, after a year of going through a successful active learning course (which our classes will follow a similiar method to), and enough practice, i could confidently say i can hold my grounds, with the fear of the Dutch language being at bay !
In my 2 years of teaching experience, without the "over-use" of "English or other" languages and starting right from the beginning with Arabic, some students and friends of mine were able to speak Arabic with me, in addition to writing full essays, and even understood the general grammatical structure of the language, all of which took no more than a couple of months.
However, it is necessary to keep in mind that Arabic is the second toughest language to learn after Chinese "Mandrin", meaning that expectations should be kept realistic, with time and practice being key.A year should suffice someone to be able to claim that they are at a "A1-B2" LEVEL, which is almost in the intermediate Zone.
For our classes, THREE TYPES or METHODS could be chosen from:
1- The active learning extensive Method
2- The "school" Method
3- The "specific university subject tutoring" Method.
1- For the first and second methods, i will usually devise a specialized text book (Word/PDF, no need to hurt trees and print...) which will include all that we need throughout the course from necessary readings, literature, and grammar of the language. this book will be modified accordingly to the purpose of learning the language that you could clarify to me beforehand (whether academic in a specific field of science, or any other purposes...)
2- However, if your goal is purely conversation, and does not include learning proper Arabic (Fusha), the method of teaching differs a little. Here only the "school method" applies. Let me elaborate: In schools, we are taught to read and write "MUM, DAD" before we learn our ABCs, Thus "conversation" will be the main focus, accompanied by brief and on the surface piecing of the principles of the grammar, punctuation, and other related aspects whenever a new one is at hand.
3-Finally, if you are studying any of the Arts or Majors in University, and you need specific help concerning Arabic Subjects (Ba. Master. PHD levels), specific short classes, through the third method, will be offered, and through which we can: answer all your question, explain anything that you are having trouble with, and specific help that could also be offered according to your needs.
In my 2 years of teaching experience, without the "over-use" of "English or other" languages and starting right from the beginning with Arabic, some students and friends of mine were able to speak Arabic with me, in addition to writing full essays, and even understood the general grammatical structure of the language, all of which took no more than a couple of months.
However, it is necessary to keep in mind that Arabic is the second toughest language to learn after Chinese "Mandrin", meaning that expectations should be kept realistic, with time and practice being key.A year should suffice someone to be able to claim that they are at a "A1-B2" LEVEL, which is almost in the intermediate Zone.
For our classes, THREE TYPES or METHODS could be chosen from:
1- The active learning extensive Method
2- The "school" Method
3- The "specific university subject tutoring" Method.
1- For the first and second methods, i will usually devise a specialized text book (Word/PDF, no need to hurt trees and print...) which will include all that we need throughout the course from necessary readings, literature, and grammar of the language. this book will be modified accordingly to the purpose of learning the language that you could clarify to me beforehand (whether academic in a specific field of science, or any other purposes...)
2- However, if your goal is purely conversation, and does not include learning proper Arabic (Fusha), the method of teaching differs a little. Here only the "school method" applies. Let me elaborate: In schools, we are taught to read and write "MUM, DAD" before we learn our ABCs, Thus "conversation" will be the main focus, accompanied by brief and on the surface piecing of the principles of the grammar, punctuation, and other related aspects whenever a new one is at hand.
3-Finally, if you are studying any of the Arts or Majors in University, and you need specific help concerning Arabic Subjects (Ba. Master. PHD levels), specific short classes, through the third method, will be offered, and through which we can: answer all your question, explain anything that you are having trouble with, and specific help that could also be offered according to your needs.
Extra information
There is no issue in not having any knowledge what so ever about the Arabic language. In addition, for those who speak Dutch and french, i can speak both languages fairly, so we could sometimes depend on translating and studying with any of the two.
Location
At teacher's location :
- Leuven, Belgium
Online from Belgium
About Me
I come from a mixture Background of Armenian, Syrian, and Lebanese roots! My family is composed from both sides, but we now reside in Belgium for almost a decade.
I work Full time as an Immigration consultant at FRAGOMEN Brussels,
Where we work with Businesses that want to bring their Skilled workers from Abroad
I have a degree in Psychology (Bachelor) from the Lebanese American University (LAU) and a Master of Law in Criminology from the KU Leuven University. I am also certified with 3 years of experienced in Communication and body language skills.
Throughout my academia journey, i was able to learn English and reach a native level (C2), as well as French and Italian. I followed Dutch courses in Belgium, as well as a bit of Spanish. Thus, as you could tell already i am a fan of learning languages ! My next goals would be Japanese, Hebrew, and the language of my ancestors, Armenian.
My hobbies are many, yet simple. Gaming is a big part of it, and electronic music production takes another huge chunk of my interest. I enjoy participating in debates, the occasional politics, and traveling has been much more feasible and interesting to me than before.
I work Full time as an Immigration consultant at FRAGOMEN Brussels,
Where we work with Businesses that want to bring their Skilled workers from Abroad
I have a degree in Psychology (Bachelor) from the Lebanese American University (LAU) and a Master of Law in Criminology from the KU Leuven University. I am also certified with 3 years of experienced in Communication and body language skills.
Throughout my academia journey, i was able to learn English and reach a native level (C2), as well as French and Italian. I followed Dutch courses in Belgium, as well as a bit of Spanish. Thus, as you could tell already i am a fan of learning languages ! My next goals would be Japanese, Hebrew, and the language of my ancestors, Armenian.
My hobbies are many, yet simple. Gaming is a big part of it, and electronic music production takes another huge chunk of my interest. I enjoy participating in debates, the occasional politics, and traveling has been much more feasible and interesting to me than before.
Education
Lebanese American University (LAU) BS Psychology
KU Leuven (KUL) Master in Criminology
University of London (UCL) Short BS In Criminal and Civil Procedure (LAW).
KU Leuven (KUL) Master in Criminology
University of London (UCL) Short BS In Criminal and Civil Procedure (LAW).
Experience / Qualifications
4 Years experience in Teaching Arabic and English
3 Years experience as a communication facilitator
3 Years experience as a Psychologist/Legal advisor
1 Year experience as a Business immigration consultant
3 Years experience as a communication facilitator
3 Years experience as a Psychologist/Legal advisor
1 Year experience as a Business immigration consultant
Age
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
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Duration
60 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Arabic
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