Fall-1 – Arabic Novice High

Course Code: ARL 1103-1

Instructor: Anse Abeer Aborshaed & Anse Saimah Asghar

Credit: 1.5

Method of Delivery: Online via Zoom

Term: Fall 2026

Course Dates: Sept. 16 – Oct. 25, 2026

Class Days: ThSu

Class Times: 7:00 – 9:00 PM CT

$225.00 — or $75.00 / month for 3 months

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Course Information

Course Description

This module introduces students to the basics of forming sentences in Arabic. This includes verbal and nominal sentences. Students will be introduced to the methods for conjugating simple verbal roots. By the end of the module, learners will be able to read and understand simple texts containing familiar vocabulary, as well as construct their own simple nominal sentences about themselves, their families, and their homes. Learners will expand their repertoire of high frequency vocabulary, both general and Quranic to equip them with the ability to pick out and translate words and phrases in a range of authentic texts.

Module Content:

Nominal Sentence Construction
Demonstratives
Detached Pronouns
Prepositions
Verbs: Simple Past & Present Tense
Family, Home and City
High frequency Quranic vocabulary

Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Read (‘read’ refers to phonetic decoding skills) the Arabic script when vowelled
Understand key words and formulaic phrases in written texts
Extract a limited amount of information from highly predictable, short, non-complex texts in which the topic or context is very familiar, relying on their background knowledge and extralinguistic support to derive meaning
Identify basic grammatical structures

Course Prerequisites

This course is open to women ages 17 and above.
Arabic Novice Middle or equivalent*
*May be waived through Arabic Placement Test

Arabic Placement Test:

All students entering the Arabic program are required to take the Arabic placement test. This is a tool to assess your knowledge of the Arabic language and recommend the course level you should begin at.

Arabic Placement Test

Course Materials

Students are responsible for purchasing all required textbooks before the start of class.
Ribāṭ textbooks are available at the Rabata Bookshop

Required Readings

Materials are provided for Students on the Canvas platform. No textbook is required for this module.

Registration Information

Registration Fee

$225.00

Course materials are not included.

Late Registration Fee	None
Registration Deadline	September 14, 2026
Auditing Fee	Auditing is not available for this course
Course Access Ends	January 10, 2027

Important:
Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Before enrolling, please review the Registration Fees & Policies

Questions?
Contact registration@rabata.org

Attendance Policy

Students are expected to attend all scheduled class sessions and participate actively in their learning. Consistent attendance supports academic success and helps maintain the collaborative learning environment of the classroom. If an absence is unavoidable, students are responsible for communicating with their instructor, reviewing missed material, and completing any assigned work.

Technology Requirements

To ensure a successful online learning experience, all students must have regular access to a personal computer and reliable high-speed internet. Courses at Ribāṭ University are delivered through Canvas and may include video lectures, interactive discussions, digital readings, and multimedia assignments.
Students are responsible for maintaining the technology needed to participate fully.

Minimum Technical Requirements

Computer:
A desktop, laptop, or similar device manufactured within the last five years and capable of running current software and updates. Students should not rely solely on a phone, as coursework requires a full computer interface and functionality.

Operating System:
The computer operating system should be kept current with all recommended security updates and upgrades.

Internet:
A high-speed broadband connection with a minimum speed of 5 Mbps download and 2 Mbps upload.

Web Browser:
A current version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge.

Software:
Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or Apple productivity applications for word processing,
presentations, and spreadsheets; a PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat; and updated antivirus and security software.

Multimedia:
A functional webcam, microphone, and speakers or headset for participating in live sessions and assessments.

Technology Skills

Students should be comfortable with basic computer operations, including using email, browsing the internet, uploading and downloading files, and navigating an online learning platform. Training resources and orientation will be provided for students who need additional guidance.

Additional Notes and Technical Support

Students are expected to check course announcements and email regularly.
Technical support is available for login issues, course access, and basic troubleshooting.

For technical assistance, select Help from your Canvas course page or email techsupport@rabata.org

Fall-1 – Arabic Novice High