Language of Presentation: Arabic
Media Format: Streaming Video
School Level: College/University, Elementary, Middle/High School
Institution/Provider: Qatar Foundation International
Author: Arabic Language and Culture Program - Qatar Foundation International
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Condition of Use: Fair Use for Education Description:
This is session 9 of 10 of the 2015 Arabic Summer Institute by Qatar Foundation International. Part 1 of the discussion focuses on the unique relationship between Modern Standard Arabic and dialect and the role of each in the classroom led by Mahmoud Al Batal, Professor of Arabic at the University of Texas at Austin.
0-10
-Arabic, a living language
-Teaching traditionally
—Fear of teaching dialect
—Gap in communication ability
10-20
-Role of Dialect in teaching
—An added “flavor” or a “key” to open other doors
-Importance of including Dialect in the classroom
—To communicate w/ Arabic speakers
20-30
-Dialectic Arabic is valuable
—Can be used to fulfill tasks
—Can be used to discuss advanced topics
—Can be used in writing
30-43:44
-Writing examples from students
—Students can distinguish between Dialect and MSA over time
-Video projects done by students
Qatar Foundation International, LLC is a grant-making not-for-profit organization located in Washington, DC focused on connecting cultures for greater global good. The Arabic Language and Culture Program aims to increase the quality and quantity of Arabic programs in K-12 public and public charter schools in the Americas. For more information, please visit qfi.org. >