QFI Podcast: All Things Arabic
Join us as we dive into the vibrant world of Arabic language education, sharing resources, interviews with experts, success stories, and discussions of hot topics in the field. Get ready to be inspired, equipped, and connected in your journey as an Arabic language enthusiast. Hosted by Caroline Sibley, teaching assistant professor of Arabic at UNC Chapel Hill, and produced by QFI, an organization committed to advancing the value of teaching and learning Arabic as a global language.
QFI Podcast: All Things Arabic
Why Learn Arabic? A Chicago Parent’s Perspective
So far in All Things Arabic, we’ve heard from teachers, students, administrators, and researchers about Arabic language education. But what do parents of Arabic learners have to say about the language?
In the latest episode, hear from Kelly, the parent of an Arabic learner at a secondary school in Chicago. Kelly shares her perspective on Arabic and the opportunities it has offered her daughter, Kendall.
References:
- Arabic Honor Society: https://www.qfi.org/students/arabic-honor-society/
- 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup in Qatar: The FIFA World Cup 2022™ in Qatar was the first edition of the tournament to be hosted in the Arab World
Glossary:
- CIEE study abroad program: The Council on International Educational Exchange, a non-profit organization promoting international education and exchange: https://www.ciee.org
- NSLI-Y youth program: NSLI-Y provides intensive language immersion programs in locations around the world: https://www.nsliforyouth.org
- CPS: Chicago Public School
- Arabic TA: Arabic Teaching Assistant
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