Contents
Course Contents
The course has 12 parts, spread over two days.
Day One
Conversation
Casual talk in standard Arabic in which we learn about the trainees, their way of speaking, their level in Arabic, and their style.
15 minutes
Vocabulary Building
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Idioms
- Proverbs and Maxims
45 minutes
Grammar
The basics of Arabic grammar.
50 minutes
Sentence Building
The arrangement of words to create proper, well-formed, sentences in Arabic. Seven golden rules of Arabic syntax.
20 minutes
Common Mistakes in Arabic
- Short Vowels Mistakes
- Unnecessary Prepositions
- Using the Wrong Preposition
- Confused Words
- Colloquialisms
- Unnecessary Words
- Other Mistakes
50 minutes
Public Speaking
How to prepare and deliver a great speech.
30 minutes
Day Two
Presentation
Trainees are given 10 minutes to prepare a 5-minute presentation on a topic relevant to their field of work. Followed by remarks.
40 minutes
Improvisation
On-the-spot commentary by the trainees on a series of slides.
15 minutes
Simultaneous Interpretation
Instant translation from English to Arabic of a series of sentences.
10 minutes
Interview Techniques
- Control nervousness
- Speak in a relaxed and natural manner
- Sprinkle humor into the conversation
- Present complex ideas in a simple and accessible way
- Hammer home key messages
- Use sound bites: catchy, memorable, carefully crafted phrases
- Use the bridging technique to take control of the conversation
- Answer tough questions
- Use appropriate body language, facial expressions, and dress
Use vocal tones for effect
40 minutes
Interview
Videotaped 10-minute interview, followed by playback of interview and remarks.
40 minutes
Debate
Videotaped 15-minute debate, followed by playback of debate and remarks.
40 minutes
