Arabic is the fifth most spoken language in the world, yet few Americans know it. This daily course will introduce the participants to the language and culture of the Arab world. Develop beginner-level skills in conversational Arabic. Learn basic vocabulary and structures such as greetings, how to introduce yourself, how to ask and answer questions, how to count, and how to conduct a basic dialogue in Arabic.

Consider the related course Arab/Islamic Culture in Pd. 2.