| ARA101 and 102 Readings in Arabic Heritage (3-0-3) (in Arabic and English) Surveys selections from writings in Arabic prose, literature and poetry that reflect the intellectual, literary and cultural development of the Arabs from pre-Islamic times up to the present day. Prerequisite/concurrent for ARA 101 (English): WRI 102. |
| ARA104 Arabic as a Second Language I (3-0-3) (Formerly ARA 100). (in Arabic and English) Introduces students to the script of modern written Arabic and develops their confidence and knowledge in the four skill areas. Materials are designed using a modern approach to foreign language teaching. Does not satisfy the Arabic heritage requirement. Graded on a Pass/Fail basis. |
| ARA200 Arabic as a Second Language II (3-0-3) (in Arabic and English) Builds upon the language skills developed in ARA 104 to further extend students’ knowledge and proficiency in modern Arabic. Does not satisfy the Arabic heritage requirement. Graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Prerequisite: ARA 104 or permission of the instructor. |
| ARA201 Arabic Literature in Translation (3-0-3) (in English) Provides a detailed study of genre and theme in Arabic literature with special emphasis on the modern period. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA202 Arab-Islamic History and the History of Arabic Literature (3-0-3) (in English) Designed to illustrate the essential facts of Arab history. This very intensive and wide-ranging survey course focuses on the landmarks of Arabic literature from pre-Islamic to modern times and provides glimpses of the literary fruits borne within that milieu. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA206 Modern Arabic Prose (3-0-3) (in Arabic) Surveys the renaissance of Arabic prose from the 19th century to the present. Probes and examines in the modern Arabic novel, short story, play and autobiography. The rise of these fundamentally Western literary forms in the Arab world as a result of the “Nahda.” Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA207 Arabic Drama (3-0-3) (in Arabic) Looks at the emergence of Arabic drama in the 19th century until the present day and assesses prototype drama forms of the medieval period. Through a study of selected plays by prominent authors, a picture will emerge of the influence of Arabic drama on Arabic literature. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA210 Composition for Native Speakers of Arabic (3-0-3) (Formerly ARA 103). (in Arabic) Aims to develop the writing skills of the native speaker of Arabic. Develops themes such as letter writing and gives attention to the development of personal style. Takes a historical look at styles of composition in Arabic. |
| ARA213 Contemporary Arabic Literature (3-0-3) (in Arabic) Surveys modern and postmodern Arabic fiction, drama, poetry and criticism. Themes include love, death, exile, and social and political concerns. Examines the nexus between literary works and contemporary Arab life. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA220 Composition for Non-Native Speakers of Arabic (3-0-3) (in Arabic and English) Aims to develop the writing skills of non-native speakers of Arabic. Develops themes such as letter writing and gives attention to the development of different styles in modern and contemporary Arabic writings. Prerequisite/concurrent: ARA 200. |
| ARA294 Special Topics in Arabic Language (1 to 4 credits) (in Arabic and English) Explores a theoretical or practical topic proposed by the faculty beyond what is offered in existing courses. Can be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: topic specific. Lab/Tech fee may apply. |
| ARA294 Special Topics in Arabic Literature (1 to 4 credits) (in Arabic and English) Presents a theoretical or practical topic proposed by the faculty beyond what is offered in existing courses. Can be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: topic specific. Lab/Tech fee may apply. |
| ARA300 Arabic as a Second Language III (3-0-3) (in Arabic and English) Builds on the earlier Arabic courses using materials that are more advanced. Video materials that build on grammatical structures and conversational skills practiced in earlier courses will be used as the focus for this course. Does not satisfy the Arabic heritage requirement. |
| ARA302 Arab Identity & Thought (3-0-3) (in English) (Formerly CSC 302) Examines representative writings by Arab authors dealing with Arab identity formation in relation to or in opposition to other nations and cultures. WRI 102 |
| ARA303 Classical Arab/Islamic Culture (3-0-3) (Cross-listed as CSC 303). (in English) Explores the ways in which Islam has shaped the history and culture of the Arabs and discusses some of the significant features of Arab/Islamic culture and the several contributions this culture has made. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA304 Modern Arabic Poetry (3-0-3) (in Arabic) Surveys the renaissance of Arabic poetry from the 19th century to the present. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA309 Business Arabic (3-0-3) (in Arabic and English) Develops students’ abilities in reading and writing Arabic-language business documents and proposals. Teaches Arabic speaking and listening skills necessary for effective communication in the business world. Prerequisite: ARA 200 or ARA 210. Does not satisfy the Arabic heritage requirement. |
| ARA310 Images of America in Arabic Literature and Film (3-0-3) (in English) Discusses the way in which America and the Americans have been portrayed in the Arabic travel accounts, Arab mass media, films, plays and cartoons from the 1890s to present. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA312 Modern Arabic Literature: Prose and Poetry (3-0-3) (in Arabic) Surveys the renaissance (Nahda) of Arabic literature from the early 20th century to the present. Illustrates contemporary literary trends such as neo-classicism, romanticism and modernism through the study of selected novels, short stories, drama and poetry. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA314 Media Arabic (3-0-3) (in Arabic and English) Teaches and practices the language skills necessary to comprehend and contribute to a wide range of Arabic-language media. Prerequisite: ARA 200 or ARA 210. Does not satisfy the Arabic heritage requirement. |
| ARA340 The Social Context of Arabic (3-0-3) (in English) Discusses language issues in the Arab world by relating language to national identity. Identifies and characterizes sociopolitical problems related to the development of Modern Standard Arabic in the Arab world today and how they affect language planning, literacy development and evolution of MSA. Prerequisite: ENG 203 or ENG 204. |
| ARA394 Special Topics in Arabic Language (1 to 4 credits) (in Arabic and English) Explores a theoretical or practical topic proposed by the faculty beyond what is offered in existing courses. Can be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: sophomore standing and topic specific. Lab/Tech fee may apply. |
| ARA394 Special Topics in Arabic Literature (1 to 4 credits) (in Arabic and English) Presents a theoretical or practical topic proposed by the faculty beyond what is offered in existing courses. Can be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: sophomore standing and topic specific. Lab/Tech fee may apply. |
| ARA401 Literary Criticism from the Arab Perspective (3-0-3) (in Arabic) Surveys the history of literary criticism in Arabic literature from the classical period to the present. Prerequisite: WRI 102. |
| ARA404 Working with MSA Texts (3-0-3) (in Arabic and English) Builds on the earlier Arabic courses using materials that are more advanced. Modern Standard Arabic texts (political, economic and social) will be used to develop further the grammatical structures and the four skills practiced in earlier courses. The course will cover advanced language competency and skills such as skimming, summarizing, paraphrasing and extended writing. Prerequisite: permission of advisor. Does not satisfy the Arabic heritage requirement. |
| ARA405 Literature of the Arabian Gulf (3-0-3) (in Arabic) Examines the contribution of literary figures in the Arabian Gulf, especially those of the United Arab Emirates, to Arabic literature in general. Prerequisite: ARA 213. |
| ARA494 Special Topics in Arabic Language (1 to 4 credits) (in Arabic and English) Explores a theoretical or practical topic proposed by the faculty beyond what is offered in existing courses. Can be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: junior standing and topic specific. Lab/Tech fee may apply. |
| ARA494 Special Topics in Arabic Literature (1 to 4 credits) (in Arabic and English) Presents a theoretical or practical topic proposed by the faculty beyond what is offered in existing courses. Can be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: junior standing and topic specific. Lab/Tech fee may apply. |
| ARA496 Independent Study in English Language (1 to 4 credits) Involves a theoretical or practical project conducted by an individual student under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. Cannot be repeated more than once. Prerequisites: senior standing and approval of instructor. |
| ARA496 Independent Study in English Literature (1 to 4 credits) Involves a theoretical or practical project conducted by an individual student under faculty supervision beyond what is offered in existing courses. Cannot be repeated more than once. Prerequisites: senior standing and approval of instructor. |
