Jordan: Intensive Arabic Language Studies

  Jordan

Amman

Term: Summer 
Dates: mid June to late July

Description: This summer intensive field-based Arabic language immersion program uses a content-based approach. Based in Amman, students engage in an Arabic-only environment of classroom instruction, field exercises, and homestays to learn Arabic and Arab culture. The emphasis of the course is Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), with additional instruction in Jordanian Colloquial Arabic as well. Students gain an understanding of Arabic diglossia and proper usage of MSA versus colloquial.

During the second half of the program, students at an advanced proficiency level may opt for a module in Media Arabic. This three-week module focuses on the acquisition of specialized vocabulary used in print and electronic media in the Arab world. Students read, listen to, and analyze stories from local Jordanian press and other Arab media outlets.

Highlights: Option One: ARAB 2000-3000: Intensive Modern Standard Arabic (9 credits/135 class hours)

Option Two: ARAB 3000: Intensive Modern Standard Arabic (5 credits/75 class hours)and ARAB 3000: Media Arabic
(4 credits/60 class hours)Intermediate or advanced level classes, with study between 15-25 hours a week. Emphasis is on creating an Arabic-only environment that stimulates student learning through content-based
lectures on diverse, contemporary topics related to the Arab world, including politics, Islam, family structure, and identity. Instruction takes place in the classroom and in the field.

Homestay: Six weeks in Amman to assist in language acquisition.
Educational excursions: Six days exploring Jordan.

Cost in US$: Please Inquire

Experience Required: yes

At least two semesters of college-level work at the time of application and good academic standing with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5. Prerequisites: Two recent semesters of collegelevel Modern Standard Arabic or equivalent, as assessed by SIT.

This Program is open to American and World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Jordan in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups of 12-15

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit DebriefingAbroad
• Job and Internship Network

SIT Study Abroad's Mission Statement: SIT Study Abroad is the accredited higher education institution of World Learning, a private, nonprofit international organization promoting international and intercultural understanding, social justice, and economic development through education, training, and field projects around the globe. SIT prepares students to be interculturally effective leaders, professionals, and citizens through SIT Study Abroad, undergraduate, field-based academic programs operating in more than 50 countries worldwide, and thorough short-term professional training and graduate degrees in language teaching, conflict transformation, international education, social justice in intercultural relations, management, and sustainable development.

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