IQA 113 – Reading and Writing

The module aims to develop literacy accuracy and vocabulary range. It also aims to acquaint students with Qur'anic and academic language and style. It also aims to attain competence in understanding verses of the Qur’an and academic texts, and in academic composition and expression.
Module Title: Reading and Writing
Module Type: Compulsory
Program: Foundation Year in Qur’anic Arabic
Prerequisite(s): none
Credit(s): 20
Module Code: IQA 113
Semester: 1+2
Component(s): Portfolio: 50 % Written exam: 50 %

 

Syllabus

Syllabus

The syllabus is designed to develop both reading and writing skills. The reading element consists of:
• Core reading and reading for specific information
• Understanding titles and contents pages
• Vocabulary and grammatical development
• Identifying points of view and arguments
• Pronouncing letters and words correctly and conveying expression

The writing element of the module consists of:
• Formulating sentences and paragraphs
• Composing short essays
• Writing responses to texts
• Expressing personal opinions
• Reporting the ideas of others

Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy

Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy

Assessment Modes
Graded assessment is by portfolio and written examination. The portfolio will comprise of eight completed class exercises and homework tasks of no more than 350 words each. The written examination will take place at the end of the module.

Assessment Weighting
Portfolio: 50 %
Written examination: 50 %

Learning materials

Learning materials

Core readings
Abdur Rahim, V. (2000). Arabic Course for English-Speaking Students. Leicester: UK Islamic Academy.
Al-Fawzan, A. B. I. and Hussayn, M. B. Tahir. (2007). Al-Arabiya Bayn Yadayk. Riyad: Arabic for All.