Course Overview: English 2 for Arabic Education Students is designed to further enhance the English language proficiency of students majoring in Arabic education. Building upon the foundation established in English 1, this course focuses on developing advanced language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is placed on practical communication skills, academic vocabulary, and critical thinking in English.
Course Objectives:
- Enhance listening comprehension skills through exposure to various authentic audio materials, including lectures, presentations, and conversations.
- Improve speaking proficiency by engaging in discussions, debates, and oral presentations on a range of topics relevant to Arabic education and broader global issues.
- Expand reading comprehension abilities through the analysis of academic texts, articles, and literature related to language learning and teaching.
- Strengthen writing skills through the composition of essays, reports, and reflective pieces, with an emphasis on clarity, coherence, and grammatical accuracy.
- Cultivate vocabulary acquisition strategies and develop a rich repertoire of academic and domain-specific terminology essential for academic success in English-medium contexts.
- Foster critical thinking skills by examining cultural perspectives, educational theories, and linguistic concepts through the medium of English.
Course Content:
Listening Skills:
- Listening to academic lectures and taking notes
- Participating in listening comprehension activities
- Practicing listening for specific information and main ideas
Speaking Skills:
- Engaging in structured discussions and group activities
- Delivering presentations on topics related to Arabic education
- Practicing pronunciation and intonation patterns
Reading Skills:
- Reading academic texts and extracting key information
- Analyzing and summarizing articles and research papers
- Expanding reading strategies for comprehension and critical thinking
Writing Skills:
- Crafting well-organized essays and reports
- Developing argumentative and persuasive writing skills
- Editing and revising written work for clarity and coherence
Vocabulary Development:
- Learning academic and domain-specific vocabulary
- Utilizing vocabulary in context through exercises and activities
- Expanding word knowledge through reading and writing tasks
Critical Thinking:
- Exploring cultural perspectives and linguistic diversity
- Analyzing educational theories and language teaching methodologies
- Evaluating information and forming reasoned arguments in English
Assessment: Assessment in English 2 for Arabic Education Students includes a variety of methods such as quizzes, exams, presentations, essays, and participation in class activities and discussions. These assessments are designed to evaluate students’ progress in listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary acquisition, and critical thinking skills.
By the end of the course, students are expected to demonstrate improved proficiency in English, enabling them to communicate effectively in academic and professional settings related to Arabic education.
- Pengajar: Sarjaniah Zur