ARAB 301 - The Language and Culture of the Arab World: A Contemporary Perspective

Prerequisite, ARAB 201, or equivalent proficiency, or consent of instructor. Exercises in modern standard and colloquial Arabic conversation and composition. Discussions are based on contemporary issues, activities and periodicals as well as the historical content that has influenced the language and culture of a major world civilization. Topical issues of significance to the Arab World and Arab Americans. Presentation of films and other video and audio material along with the printed media. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits