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What is the course title for ARA 102?
Introduction to Arabic Heritage II
Who is the instructor for ARA 102?
Dr. Lahouari Ramzi Taleb
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The course covers Arabic heritage from the 13th century to the end of the 20th century.
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Course Number: ARA 102
- Title: Introduction to Arabic Heritage II
- Credits: 3-0-3
Course Details
- Faculty Name: Dr. Lahouari Ramzi Taleb
- Term/Year: Fall 2024
- Section CRN: 10645
- Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:30-1:45 PM
- Location: ARTS 205
- Office Location: NAB 120
- Contact Email: [email protected]
- Office Hours: Tuesday/Thursday 9:30 AM-11:00 AM or by appointment
Course Description
- Explores Arab contributions to global civilization from 1258 CE (post-fall of Baghdad) to the end of the 19th century.
- Focuses on intellectual, literary, artistic, and cultural aspects.
Learning Outcomes
- Define 'turath' (Arabic heritage) and its link to Arabic language and identity.
- Explain historical periods of Arabic-Islamic civilization from post-Abbasid to early modern era.
- Analyze post-Abbasid and early-modern Arabic literature genres.
- Assess contributions of Arab and Muslim scholars to world civilization.
Assessment Instruments
- Various topic exams (five in total) during the semester.
- Reading quizzes assess comprehension throughout the course.
Grading Scale
- A: 93–100 (4.0), A-: 89–92.99 (3.7), B+: 86–88.99 (3.3), B: 82–85.99 (3.0)
- B-: 79–81.99 (2.7), C+: 74–78.99 (2.3), C: 69–73.99 (2.0), C-: 63–68.99 (1.7)
- D: 60–62.99 (1.0), F: Less Than 60 (0)
Grading Distribution
- Reading Quizzes: 20%, conducted at the second week of each topic.
- Topic 1 Exam: 15%, due September 9.
- Topic 2 Exam: 15%, due September 30.
- Topic 3 Exam: 15%, due October 21.
- Topic 4 Exam: 15%, due November 11.
- Final Exam: 20%, according to the university common exam schedule.
Instructional Methods
- Utilizes lectures, group activities, and class discussions for interactive learning.
- Suggested reading: "Arabic Culture through its Language and Literature" by M.H.Bakalla.
Additional Notes
- Texts will be provided through the course's iLearn platform.
- No prerequisites are necessary for enrollment.
Arabic and Identity
- Examines language identity among Arabic speakers, aimed at freshmen college students learning English as a second language.
- Encourages reflective thinking about personal lives, languages, and cultures while considering the concept of “the other.”
- Defines identity in relation to self, linguistic environment, and culture, including aspects like traditional dress, tribe, and religion as boundary markers.
- Discusses Arabic language variety and diglossia, particularly in the context of events like the Arab Spring.
Understanding Language Identity
- Identity refers to how a group characterizes themselves linguistically in relation to others.
- Explains the broad distribution of Arabic speakers, with an estimated 300 million speakers across regions from North Africa to the Arabian Peninsula.
- Emphasizes that Arabic is spoken beyond Arab nations, highlighting the presence of Arabic-speaking communities in non-Arab countries.
Arabic Diaspora
- The term "diaspora" describes Arab communities living outside traditional homelands, illustrating cultural retention abroad.
- Notable examples of Arabic-speaking cities include Dearborn, Michigan, and neighborhoods in Berlin, Germany, such as the Gaza Strip.
- Personal anecdote shares the author's experience of hearing Arabic in Germany and highlights the recognition of linguistic identity.
Personal Connection to Language and Identity
- Author adopts a less formal writing style to create a personal connection with readers when discussing identity.
- Invites readers to consider how linguistic and cultural issues apply to their individual experiences.
- Shares background information about the author, including being raised in Idaho, to provide context for their perspective on identity.
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