Arabic: Elementary 4

Course Summary

Arabic Elementary 4 is the continuing stage in the elementary sequence for learners of Modern Standard Arabic, designed for students who have successfully completed Arabic Elementary 3 and wish to consolidate their skills before advancing to the intermediate level. Continuing with the Mastering Arabic textbook alongside authentic supplemental materials, this course refines students’ command of grammar, expands thematic vocabulary, and introduces a wider range of expressions and idioms used in both formal and semi‑formal contexts. Learners will engage with richer and more nuanced written and spoken content, preparing them to interact with greater cultural sensitivity and linguistic precision.

Course Objectives and Structure

• Develops greater fluency and accuracy in speaking, with increased emphasis on pronunciation, intonation, and spontaneous communication.

• Enhances listening comprehension through exposure to a variety of audio and video sources, including news clips, interviews, and short films.

• Expands reading skills through literary excerpts, short articles, and dialogues that provide insight into Arab society and contemporary issues.

• Builds advanced writing skills through structured compositions, summaries, and opinion pieces.

• Encourages the use of contextual clues and strategies to understand authentic, unadapted Arabic materials.

• Broader Cultural and Thematic Exploration