Tips for Engaging Students and Communities: Insights into Arabic Language Education with Ustaaz Fadi

QFI Podcast: All Things Arabic

What’s the secret to expanding an Arabic program at a secondary school and building a love of language learning among students? 

Ustaaz Fadi  has played a vital role in the creation, expansion and management of the World Language Curriculum at a state-funded school in Chicago. Hear from Fadi about his experience teaching Arabic and engaging students and communities, as well as his advice for teachers and administrators. 

References: 

  • ACTFL: https://www.actfl.org  
  • Global Seal of Biliteracy: an organization that offers a digital, portable credential for language proficiency: https://theglobalseal.com/international-landing  
  • Journal Article: “Expanding Assessment Options for Learners and Speakers of Less Commonly Tested Languages”:  https://ncta.memberclicks.net/assets/docs/JNCTA/04.14.23%20-%20NCTA%20Journal%20of%20Testing%20Vol%206%2C.pdf  

Glossary: 

  • CI Activity: Comprehensible Input Activity 
  • TPRS: Teaching Proficiency Through Reading and Storytelling 
  • AP curriculum: The AP Program offers college-level courses and exams that students take in secondary schools in the US 
  • CIEE: The Council on International Educational Exchange is a non-profit organization promoting international education and exchange 
  • ACTFL:  American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages 

Contact information

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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are solely their own and do not reflect the views of QFI. QFI does not endorse any products or services mentioned.

QFI is an organization committed to advancing the value of teaching and learning Arabic as a global language. Visit our website to learn more, qfi.org.


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