Mission, Vision
and Goals
Mission of the Department:
Arabic Language has
contributed significantly to the development of human civilization, while most
local languages have only been useful in everyday communication and have not
been able to hold the seeds of civilization or even deliver some of its
products, i.e. arts, science, and knowledge.
Arabic language has
established itself as one of the world's main living languages, and has been
used by many people and nations for about fifteen centuries. As a language,
Arabic has been up to the challenges imposed by the ever-developing language of
science, knowledge and civilization. It has evolved from a language of one
nation into a language of several nations that seeks to save its identity and
develop it at the same time. For learners of Arabic, it is the language of
intellect and culture.
Vision and Goals:
We teach our Arabic language
in order to:
Ø introduce the
learners of Arabic language to its culture, civilization forms of knowledge;
Ø teach the Arabic
language: vocabulary, structure, etc.;
Ø use up-to-date methods
and technologies for a better teaching of Arabic and its rules;
Ø teach non-native
learners of Arabic dialogue and proper articulation;
Ø use formal Arabic in
teaching;
Ø include topics in
the books intended for teaching Arabic to non-native learners on Arab
intellectuals, writers, poets, scientists to highlight the role Arabs in human
civilization.
Courses:
Ø Running courses for
non-native learners depends on their availability.
Ø Duration of the
course is determined by the learner's needs.
Ø Courses are of
different levels.
Ø On campus
accommodation is available with modest fees.
Courses:
No. |
Textbook |
1 |
Arabic Language for Non-native Speakers published in Damascus |
2 |
A Collection of Lecture Notes on conversation |
3 |
A Collection of
Texts on CDs |
4 |
Field trips
related to the topics studied |
Papers Required for Registration of Foreign Students:
Ø Copy of passport.
Ø Entry visa issued
by the Syrian Embassy in the applicant's country.
Ø Two months' notice to
facilitate procedure.