Arabic from Scratch | Arabic Alphabet
Your first steps into mastering the Arabic alphabet
1. Learning Materials
We highly recommend using Al-Kitaab Alif Baa (3rd edition) by Kristen Brustad, Mahmoud Al-Batal and Abbas Al-Tonsi.
By using Al-Kitaab Series, you will benefit from:
- LMS Course: A learning management system to enhance and streamline your learning experience.
- Instant Feedback Exercises: A wide range of tech-driven exercises powered by AI tools like Rasheed, designed to boost your progress before class time.
- Expert Guidance: Personalized insights on your submissions from an experienced instructor to refine your learning.
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NOTE 1: We do not sell Al-Kitaab Series through our website, and the book is not included in the course or class fees. Please ensure you purchase the book from an official selling channel.
NOTE 2*: If you signed up for live 1-to-1 classes and you would like to use another book, we will be happy to tailor our classes to any book of your choice. However, the illustrated LMS course will not be available in this case.
2. Which part to use?
Al-Kitaab Series (3rd edition) consists of three main books:
- Alif Baa: Aims to teach you the Arabic alphabet.
- Part 1 (for beginners)
- Part 2 (for intermediate)
If this is your first steps into Arabic and you haven’t learned the alphabet yet, this course is for you.
If you have already covered the alphabet, then check the courses related to part 1 and part 2 in our Comprehensive Course.
3. Learning Objectives
After completing Alif Baa book with The Arabiker, you are expected to reach the Novice High level (or higher, depending on your self-study efforts).
4. Prerequisites
No prerequisites.
5. Course & Classes Format
- Book-based course: Structured around a core textbook.
- Live classes: Interactive sessions conducted in real-time*.
- Flipped classroom: Designed to maximize language practice during class time*.
What is a Flipped Classroom? A flipped classroom approach shifts direct instruction outside of class. Students review lecture materials or information before class, allowing in-class time to focus on activities that promote higher-order thinking and active language use.
6. Access and Availability
For Live Classes option: As long as learners maintain a continuous class schedule, they will have 24/7 access to their LMS course and tech-driven exercises.
What is a “Continuous Class Schedule”? It means completing at least 1 contact hour per week. If learners do not adhere to this schedule, they may lose access to the LMS course.
For Self-Study option (Independent Learner): As long as learners paid for their subscription, they will have 24/7 access to their LMS course and tech-driven exercises.
If learners do not pay for their subscription, they may lose access to the LMS course.
7. Technical Requirements
- Stable Internet Connection: Essential for uninterrupted learning and video calls.
- Device and Software: A laptop or similar device to access course materials, participate in video calls and engage with tech-driven exercises.
- Video Conferencing Tool: Required for live classes and interactions.
8. Course Duration*
The duration of each part varies depending on individual pace, personal differences and the amount of self-study. However, here is a general estimate:
- Alif Baa book: Consists of 10 chapters. It typically requires ~20 contact hours and ~45 hours of self-study to complete.
9. Arabic Register*
We are happy to tailor our classes to focus on the Arabic register that best suits your needs. However, we highly recommend following the structure of Al-Kitaab Series, which is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and a spoken dialect (either Levantine or Egyptian).
10. Course Cost & Enrollment Details
For the self-study option: Enroll anytime! Use the contact form on this page request enrollment.
For the live option: Enroll anytime! Visit our services / 1-to-1 classes page to sign up.
*The articles with asterisk are applicable if the learner signed up for live classes.