Arabic Standards

Providing clear targets for learning

The Hiwaraat program for non-native speakers uses the American Council for the teaching of Foreign Languages Standards for Non-native Language Learners

Communication

The communication standard stresses the use of language for communication in “real life” situations. It emphasizes “what students can do with language” rather than “what they know about language.”

Cultures

Cultural understanding is an important part of world languages education. Students become better able to understand other people’s point of views, ways of life and contributions to the world.

Connections

World languages instruction must be connected with other subject areas.

Comparisons

Students are encouraged to compare and contrast languages and cultures. They discover patterns, make predictions and analyze similarities and differences across languages and culture.

Communities

Extended learning experiences from the world language classroom to the home environment, as well as multilingual and multicultural community, emphasize living in a global society.

“Dr. Hanada’s attitude and way of presenting is more than fabulous! I felt a sense of comfort and excitement and passion during the program. I loved the way she allowed us to participate and share our opinions, and answering any questions or inquiries we had despite the lack of time. I also loved the diverse activities, and the fact that we were a small group allowed us to participate more.”
WLI Arabic Pilot Program Participant