Proficiency in Arabic Language Learning: Some Reflections on Basic Goals.

Heath, Peter

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ERIC Number: EJ427223

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Publication Date: 1990

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Proficiency in Arabic Language Learning: Some Reflections on Basic Goals.

Heath, Peter

Al-Arabiyya, v23 n1-2 p31-48 1990

Discusses whether the proficiency approach to teaching Arabic, which is now advocated, is really functional enough to suit true needs of students, and whether the debate concerning proficiency is becoming so polarized as to make impossible real discussion of the issues. Trends and changes that have occurred in the Arabic language over the decades are highlighted. (18 references) (GLR)

Descriptors: Arabic, Audiolingual Methods, Competency Based Education, Grammar Translation Method, Higher Education, Language Patterns, Language Proficiency, Language Skills, Language Standardization, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Uncommonly Taught Languages

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Language: English

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