Salam Palestine‘s Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) Online Course is an ideal opportunity for anyone who would like to study this increasingly relevant dialect of Arabic while practicing what they have learned with other students. Shami Arabic is spoken by nearly 42 million people in four Arab countries: Jordan, Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. Shami is the most easily understandable dialect for people living in the the region of the Middle East and North Africa (the MENA region), which includes the countries of the Gulf as well as the countries situated in the northernmost areas of the African continent such as Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, and Libya. By learning the Shami dialect, therefore, you will be able to communicate with a large number of people throughout the Arab world.
Study Levantine Arabic Online will help participants acquire Arabic language skills effectively by providing them with all the learning materials that they will need, and by pairing them with one of our experienced and highly qualified teachers.
Curriculum Used On The Course
The curriculum employed in this Levantine Colloquial Arabic course is based on a book known as “اللهجة الشامية” – Shami dialect”. This book provides its learners with the practical and essential skills required to engage in fluid communication in Levantine Arabic in a wide range of day-to-day situations, through its user-friendly approach and thorough exploration of the language.
Through real conversations, grammatical explanations, vocabulary-building, and intensive practice and review, this book will not only provide you with the necessary Arabic conversational skills, but it will also increase your knowledge of the Arabic culture as it intertwines with the language itself. Among the many valuable elements of the book are the following:
- Learning units that contain different daily topics
- Grammatical exercises that are easy to understand and that are presented in a format that facilitates the memorizing of rules
- A gradual and progressive approach to the learning of basic skills such as listening, writing, reading, and speaking
- Tips that will help you learn the language easily and in a shorter period
- Insights into the culture of the Levant and its most prominent social and cultural events
- Listening exercises that will help you to develop your listening skills by listening to various conversations
- Exams, homework, and exercises that will help you evaluate your educational performance and track your progression
Benefits Of The Course
- The Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) course employs some of the most modern methods of learning a language that is in use today.
- The Levantine Colloquial Arabic course is completely online, saving participants time and money, while also making it possible for them to attend at a time and date of their preference.
- The first 15 minutes of the online lesson are free, after which participants can decide if they wish to continue with the course.
- The course works in such a way as to accommodate your schedule.
- The Levantine Colloquial Arabic Online course is very flexible, meaning that lessons can be taken sequentially or separately.
- Participants can attend the course as individuals or as part of a group (ranging between 2 and 8 students).
- As the course is online, it enables you to have conversations with students from around the world who are at the same level as you, thus helping one another to practice the lessons you have covered.
- There are four different levels of Levantine Arabic available for participants, ensuring that students are learning the language at the appropriate level while also offering the opportunity for advancement to a higher level.
- At the end of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion which will be verified by the Salam Palestine.
What Levels Of Shami (Levantine) Arabic Are Available?
Study Levantine Arabic Online courses are available at all levels, from the Starter Level right through to the Advanced Level:
Starter’s Course
This Study Levantine (or Shami) Arabic course is for those who do not have any background knowledge of the Arabic language. From this starting point, the participants will begin to develop their skills in reading, writing, and basic conversation. This level will teach the student to understand and use basic everyday expressions and phrases that are important for specific situations. At the course’s conclusion, the student will be able to introduce him or herself and will be able to ask and answer questions about people’s details such as where someone lives, the people he or she knows, and the things he or she owns. The student will also be able to slowly engage in basic conversations.
Beginner’s Course
Students with only a basic knowledge of Arabic will benefit from the Beginner’s Course. This Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) course allows students to continue improving their writing, reading, listening, and speaking skills while developing their vocabulary. After this course, the student will be able to understand common phrases that are useful for talking about personal and family background, shopping, local geography and directions, and employment. He or she will be able to converse with people about everyday topics and will be able to describe in simple terms his or her character, their surroundings and issues concerning their immediate needs.
Intermediate Course
This Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) course is for participants who have a solid foundation in the Arabic language, helping them to continue their progress, with a particular emphasis on conversational skills. The course achieves this by concentrating on conversations with native Arabic speakers. Besides enhancing their conversational abilities, students will also continue to develop their reading, writing, and listening skills. After this level, the student will be able to understand familiar issues relating to work, recreation, school, and daily travel, as well as be able to deal with more complicated situations that are likely to arise during travel. The student will be able to write simple texts on familiar or personal topics, and he or she will be able to describe experiences, events, dreams, hopes, and aspirations while also giving reasons and interpretations for their opinions and plans.
Advanced Course
Those with an exceptionally strong grasp of Arabic, as well as students who may have progressed through the previous three online courses, will benefit from the final online course at the Advanced Level. This Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) course concentrates on achieving fluency in Arabic. At this advanced level, the student will be able to understand complex and specialized texts, both in the specific and in the abstract. After this stage, the student will be able to interact with a degree of spontaneity and fluency when conversing with native speakers. The student will be able to produce clear and detailed texts on a wide range of subjects. He or she will also be able to explain his or her point of view on complex social or political topics.
Information on the Online Arabic Language Courses:
| The cost of 10 Arabic sessions | (Skype, Facebook, Zoom WhatsApp etc) |
| Arabic Online Course duration | 10-100 Hours |
| Hours per week | 1-4 |
| Arabic session length | 45 Minutes |
| Cost of 10 Arabic sessions | 185 Euro/US Dollars |
| Average students per class | 1 |
| Participants | 16-75 years old 10-16 (Children) |
| Days of the week | Saturday-Friday |
| Levels | 6 |
| Time of classes | Flexible |
| Program’s reviews | Reviews and ratings On Gooverseas.com Reviews and ratings On Goabroad.com Participants video testimonials |
| University Credit | Available |
| Arabic books | |
| Registration Fee | 30 Euro/$ |
Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) Course Costs:
| Arabic hours/sessions | Prices in euro |
| 10 | 185 Euro/$ |
| 20 | 370 Euro/$ |
| 30 | 550 Euro/$ |
| 50 | 900 Euro/$ |
- Lesson = 45 minutes
- Registration fee: 30€/$ paid once at registration
- Study materials booklet and books: Free
- Placement Test: Free
- Certificate of completion
Do I Need To Take An Arabic Placement Test?
If you are having difficulty deciding on which course to enroll in, we offer a free placement test to evaluate all of our students’ Arabic language skills in four crucial areas: speaking, reading, writing and listening. We will of course be very happy to consult with you if you have any questions regarding course levels.
The Placement Tests will only be taken by students who already have Arabic language skills, or who have studied the language previously. Those who have no prior knowledge of the Arabic language will be placed automatically on our Starter course. Whether taking a placement test or not, it is worth noting that all of our courses focus on the four language skills speaking, reading, writing, and listening.
Who Teaches The Levantine Arabic Online Courses?
The Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) online course is taught by teachers who hold bachelor’s degrees in either Arabic or English Studies.
- Beginner Students are placed with teachers who speak good English to facilitate the learning process.
- More advanced students and those with a reasonably good understanding of Arabic are also placed with teachers who speak English, although the primary language of communication between student and teacher will be Arabic to further develop the student’s abilities.
Who Would This Program Be Suitable For?
In general, the Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) Online Course would be suitable for:
- Individuals aged between 12 and 75 years, from any country in the world.
- Students who want to learn or improve their conversational Shami dialect.
- Those who would like to immerse themselves in the culture of the Levant.
- Those who want to work or volunteer with one of the many NGOs that are based in the region.
- Those who want to work or study in an Arabic-speaking country.
- Students of Arabic Literature, Middle Eastern Studies, Islamic Studies, Journalism, Political Science, Languages, and other related subjects.
- Employees who work in jobs that entail the use of Arabic, and who would like to improve their Arabic language skills.
What Material Will Be Provided For Participants Of The Course
The course book “اللهجة الشامية – Shami dialect” is sent as a PDF file to every participant. You will also be provided with all the online exercises, quizzes, and exams as well as any pictorial or video material related to the topic.
What Are the Requirements To Enroll In This Course?
To enroll in this course, you will need the following :
- A functional laptop, smartphone, iPad, or similar device.
- The device must have a fully functioning camera, microphone, and speakers or headphones.
- Good internet connection.
- Ideally, you will need to be in a quiet place with no interruptions or disturbances.
What Don’t You Need?
- Knowledge of languages other than English.
- An academic degree.
- No need to be a current university or school student.
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How To Apply
If would like to participate in the Study Levantine Arabic (or Shami) Online course, please write to us at Info@ecpalestine.org. In the subject line of your email write “Study Levantine Arabic Online.” We should be able to respond to your initial inquiry within 1-2 business days.
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