Algerian Arabic
Algerian Arabic Course
ِAbout Algerian Arabic
Arabic entered Algeria with the advent of the Islamic conquest of North Africa. Before it, Amazigh was the dominant language. When the Berbers entered Islam and mingled with Arabic speakers, the language of religion and the Diwan (government), it got some change - as in many other dialects - because the Amazigh tongues did not become accustomed to the Arabic voices and their pronunciation, and the Arabs did not become accustomed to Amazigh pronunciation, which affected the Arabic language In this region (and elsewhere) in the original language, she adopted many of her words and even her grammar
The rate of (change) of the Arabic language in Algeria is equivalent to that of all the Arabic-speaking countries. In linguistics, it is measured much more temporarily than the resource (mother tongue) than in contact with another language.
This is what happened in the Algerian language of influence between Arabs and Berbers
The imprint of Spanish colonialism on the coasts of the west of Algeria a clear impact on the Algerian dialect, and then the French colonization of Algeria. Despite the conflict and resistance to France's policy of erasing traditions, religion and language, it has for many generations succeeded in getting Algerians to deal with their daily lives in French.
About Algerian Arabic Course:
This course is designed for students to achieve novice level competency in Algerian Arabic. Students become familiar with the Arabic alphabet, its properties, and spelling conventions. This is a proficiency-based course. Emphasis is placed on the development of reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills for the purpose of communicative goals. These technical aspects are acquired through the context of Arab cultures. No previous knowledge of Arabic is required. By the end of this course, students should be able to communicate about everyday situations, both verbally and in writing; understand the use of basic grammatical structures; acquire an understanding of important cultural values, practices, and perspectives of native speakers of Arabic; develop productive listening skills; and enjoy using the language creatively.
Days/Time:
TBD
Duration:
Five consecutive classes per term. Lessons take place once a week and last two hours each. This gives a total of 10 hours tuition.
Course tuition:
$500
Textbook:
Algerian Arabic
Instructor: A Ph.D instructor, TBD.
Quorum Requirement:
One student.
Meeting place:
Online
