All Things Arabic
Caroline Sibley and QFI
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About 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.
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- Caroline Sibley and QFI
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- education · education · society & culture
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- en
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- First episode
- 18 Sept 2023
- Latest episode
- 10 Jun 2026
Latest episodes
19 episodes in the feed.
10 Jun 2026
Arabic Education in Schools Across Borders: What We Now Understand About the Field
Grounded in the newly released global report of the Study of Arabic Language Programs (SALP), this episode unpacks what the SALP findings mean for classrooms, programs, policy, and the future of Arabic language education. Hosted by Caroline Sibley, Teaching Assistant Professor of Arabic in North Carolina, the episode features two Institute of International Education (IIE) researchers who worked on and co-authored the SALP: Mirka Martel, IIE’s Head of Research, Evaluation and Learn...
10 Dec 2025
Motivating Arabic Learners: Strategies from Alumni and Educators
The third episode of Season Two of QFI’s podcast, All Things Arabic, is titled "Motivating Arabic Learners: Strategies from Alumni and Educators." Hosted by Caroline Sibley, Teaching Assistant Professor of Arabic in North Carolina, this episode features Dana Slayton, an Arabic language educator in Texas, and Najoua Ben Ramak, an English and Arabic language educator in North Carolina. Dana was a student and has now become an educator, making this episode an exciting dialogue between her ...
27 Oct 2025
Two-Way Dialogue: Advancing Researcher–Educator Collaboration in Arabic Language Teaching
The second episode of Season Two of QFI’s podcast, All Things Arabic, is titled "Two-Way Dialogue: Advancing Researcher–Educator Collaboration in Arabic Language Teaching." Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org. DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Qatar Foundation International (QFI). Follow us on: Twitter | Fa...
1 Aug 2025
Building Sustainable Arabic Language Programs: Insights from Educators
The first episode of Season Two of QFI’s podcast, All Things Arabic, explores what it takes to build and sustain successful Arabic language programs. Hosted by Caroline Sibley, Teaching Assistant Professor of Arabic in North Carolina, this episode features two expert educators: Jessica Haxhi, Supervisor of World Languages in Connecticut Samir Gibrial, Arabic Educator in Delaware They discuss: Sustaining Arabic language programs Addressing common educational ch...
18 Dec 2024
Teaching Arabic in a Changing World: Perspectives from Educators
Teaching Assistant Professor Caroline Sibley discusses the evolving landscape of Arabic education with educators Layali Eshqaidef and Arwa Alnajjar, revealing innovative approaches to teaching the language in modern times.
6 Dec 2024
Building School Belonging for Newcomer Students: Insights from the SALaMA Study
The Study of Adolescent Lives after Migration to America (SALaMA) seeks to assess the mental health and psychosocial wellbeing of high school students who have been – or whose parents have been – resettled to the US from the MENA region. QFI partnered with Washington University in St. Louis in and a number of school districts and local refugee resettlement agencies around the US to uncover the true impact of displacement on mental health. In this episode, Ilana Seff, Jeremy Aldrich, and...
16 Oct 2024
Lessons from Scotland: Innovative Approaches to Arabic Language Education
Are there lessons for Arabic language educators and admin in the way Scotland approaches language learning? In this episode of All Things Arabic, Fhiona Mackay, the Director of SCILT, explains how a hybrid teaching environment is helping students across the nation – even those in remote regions – learn Arabic. References: Scotland’s National Centre for Languages Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Glossary of terms: SCILT - Scotland’s National...
21 Aug 2024
From the Classroom to the Boardroom: Using Arabic in Your Career
Learning Arabic can unlock new opportunities for both professional and personal growth. In this episode, four former students of Arabic meet for the first time and discuss how learning the language shaped their lives and led them to their current career paths. Listen as each guest reflects on how their study of Arabic has led them to where they are, and how it greatly enriched their careers and their personal lives. Visit the Project Perseverance blog to learn more about the gu...
24 Jul 2024
Culture in Language Learning: Insights with Ustaaza Ibtissam
Incorporating art, music, and calligraphy into Arabic classrooms enhances students’ linguistic and cultural knowledge—and makes space for fun and creativity. Ustaaza Ibtissam, a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience teaching French and Arabic to both native and non-native speakers, shares how she connects classrooms in North America with refugees and teachers in Lebanon, promoting cultural learning and fostering strong relationships between Arabic teachers and the community. References: Craft and Talk: An educational enterprise that delivers quality artistic lessons in the language classroom by talented and native educators, mainly refugees and displaced, from all over the world: https://craftntalk.com (https://craftntalk.com/) QFI's Arabic Teacher Excellence Award: This annual award recognizes Arabic language educators at state-funded, primary and secondary schools for their dedication, commitment, and effort to provide quality Arabic language education to their students in innovative ways: https://www.qfi.org/news/qfi-arabic-teaching-excellence-awards-launch/ (https://www.qfi.org/news/qfi-arabic-teaching-excellence-awards-launch/) Glossary: ISD: Independent school district Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
19 Jun 2024
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/ (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 (https://www.ciee.org/) NSLI-Y youth program: NSLI-Y provides intensive language immersion programs in locations around the world: https://www.nsliforyouth.org (https://www.nsliforyouth.org/) CPS: Chicago Public School Arabic TA: Arabic Teaching Assistant Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
12 Jun 2024
Tips for Engaging Students and Communities: Insights into Arabic Language Education with Ustaaz Fadi
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 (https://www.actfl.org/) Global Seal of Biliteracy: an organization that offers a digital, portable credential for language proficiency: https://theglobalseal.com/international-landing (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 (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 We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
15 May 2024
Should Arabic Dialects Be Taught in the Classroom? What Research Reveals
Research is providing vital information on the impact of teaching dialects alongside Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Historically, MSA was the primary form of Arabic taught and learned, but in the past 10 years the use of spoken dialects has expanded in classrooms Guests Dr. Rasha Soliman, Associate Professor of Arabic Language and Linguistics at University of Leeds in England and Dr. Lizz Huntley, instructor of Arabic and Linguistics at the University of Colorado Denver discuss the debate surrounding the teaching of Arabic varieties and their research within it. They address questions such as whether dialects should be taught alongside Modern Standard Arabic, and what impact incorporating dialects has on student learning outcomes. References: Dr. Soliman mentions a 2016 study that she participated in, “Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language in the UK”: https://bit.ly/3QM1P3U (https://bit.ly/3QM1P3U) QFI Call for Research Proposals: In 2021, QFI put out a call for research proposals on teaching Arabic as a global language in schools. Rasha submitted to that Call and received a research award for her work on this topic. Guidelines and Research Report: https://bit.ly/3ymc6gU (https://bit.ly/3ymc6gU) “We Can Learn Arabic”: open access video and audio resource for novice and intermediate learners curated by Dr. Emma Trentman: https://bit.ly/4dBCumV (https://bit.ly/4dBCumV) Dr. Lizz Huntley’s website & links to research: https://bit.ly/4bGztA9 (https://bit.ly/4bGztA9) https://bit.ly/4bzUZq6 (https://bit.ly/4bzUZq6) Glossary: GCSE: The General Certificate of Secondary Education is a set of qualifying exams in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. A-Level, or Advanced-Level exam: a subject-based leaving qualification offered in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland CASA: Consortium for Advanced Studies Abroad MSA: Modern Standard Arabic FuSHa: Arabic term for formal Arabic. Synonymous with MSA/classical Arabic. DEI initiatives: Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives Dialects: A form of language spoken by a subset of a population Variety: A distinctive form of a language or linguistic expression. Colloquial: Language used in an informal or familiar context; not formal or literary Register: The conveyed formality of speech as determined by the social context **Note that in this episode, Dialect, Variety, Colloquial, and Register are often used interchangeably Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
17 Apr 2024
Refugee Program in Ireland Paves the Way for English-Arabic Literacy
In Ireland, a unique pilot program for students from Syria provided intensive English and Arabic language lessons to help improve literacy over the summer of 2023. Many of these students had missed years of education and had poor language skills in both English and Arabic. This pilot, implemented based on findings from the SALaM Ireland research project, pioneers a path forward for boosting both mother tongue literacy and English language acquisition for refugee learners. Guests Yvonne Leckey, Project Manager of SALaM Ireland and Trudy Rossiter, Deputy Principal at St. Oliver’s Community College share about the research behind the project and its impact. References: SALaMA: The Study of Adolescent Lives after Migration to America is a mixed-methods research study which examines the mental health of adolescents after migrating to the United States. It is led by Washington University, St Louis (Principal Investigator, Professor Lindsay Stark) in partnership with QFI. https://sites.wustl.edu/salama/ (https://sites.wustl.edu/salama/) SALaM Ireland: The Study of Adolescent Lives after Migration to Ireland is a collaborative, school-based project conducted in Ireland as part of the larger SALaMA research initiative. https://cmhcr.eu/salam/ (https://cmhcr.eu/salam/) LEARNS: Language Enrichment for ARabic-speaking adolesceNts in Schools is the pilot program implemented based on findings from the SALaM Ireland Study. St. Oliver's Community College: https://socc.ie/ (https://socc.ie/) Glossary: SALaMA: the Study of Adolescent Lives after Migration to America SALaM Ireland: the Study of Adolescent Lives after Migration to Ireland IRPP: Irish Refugee Protection Program EAL: English as an Additional Language LEARNS: Language Enrichment for ARabic-speaking adolesceNts in Schools ESL: English as a Second Language; CBA: Classroom-Based Assessments Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
20 Mar 2024
Arabic Language Assessments Part III: A Path to Standardization in Germany
This episode explores the reality of teaching Arabic in Germany through the lens of assessments, including process, problems, and successes. Dr. Peter Konerding, an Arabic teacher and the coordinator of the Center for the Arabic Language, discusses what the situation is and how CEFR standards can be applied to Arabic in Germany. References: German Arabic Teacher Association: https://vdal-d.de/ (https://vdal-d.de/) Salzmannschule Schnepfenthal: https://www.salzmannschule.de/ (https://www.salzmannschule.de/) Glossary of terms: CEFR: The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), an international standard for describing abilities of foreign language learners. Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
21 Feb 2024
Arabic Language Assessments Part II: Examining the Arabic GCSE
In the UK, teachers are calling for changes to the current language assessment models. The difficulty of Arabic language assessments and a disconnect between classroom teaching and exams are potentially deterring students from studying the language. This episode of All Things Arabic discusses teachers’ experiences with the Arabic GCSE and the changes they recommend to improve student experiences and encourage further language study. Contributing guests are Fatima Mohamed, an Arabic teacher at a girls school in England, and Luma Hameed, an associate lecturer at Goldsmiths, University of London and a leader of the Arabic teachers Council in London and southern England. References: Arabic Teachers Council in London and Southern England: https://arabicteacherscouncil-london.com/home (https://arabicteacherscouncil-london.com/home) British Council: https://www.britishcouncil.org/ (https://www.britishcouncil.org/) Arabic Honor Society: https://www.qfi.org/students/arabic-honor-society/ (https://www.qfi.org/students/arabic-honor-society/) Arabic Teacher Councils: https://www.qfi.org/teachers/arabic-teacher-councils/ (https://www.qfi.org/teachers/arabic-teacher-councils/) Glossary of terms: GCSE: The General Certificate of Secondary Education is a set of qualifying exams in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Edexcel, or Pearson Edexcel: The only privately-owned exam board in the United Kingdom, and the only exam board to offer Arabic. ACTFL: The Association for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, https://www.actfl.org/ (https://www.actfl.org/) CEFR: The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), an international standard for describing abilities of foreign language learners. Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
17 Jan 2024
What Arabic Can Learn From Other World Languages
What lessons can other languages provide Arabic teachers? In this episode of All Things Arabic, Ann Marie Gunter, a World Language Consultant in North Carolina, discusses how other global languages like Mandarin overcame challenges that now face Arabic language programs, and strategies to boost enrollment, from offering online classes to Seal of Biliteracy programs to building teacher capacity. References: North Caroline Arabic Teachers Council: https://tarheels.live/ncatc/#:~:text=Established%20in%202021%2C%20the%20North,language%20programs%20across%20the%20state (https://tarheels.live/ncatc/#:~:text=Established%20in%202021%2C%20the%20North,language%20programs%20across%20the%20state). North Carolina Virtual Public School: https://ncvps.org/ (https://ncvps.org/) Critical Needs Languages: https://exchanges.state.gov/cls (https://exchanges.state.gov/cls) Seal of Biliteracy: https://sealofbiliteracy.org/ (https://sealofbiliteracy.org/) Arabic Honor Society: https://www.qfi.org/students/arabic-honor-society/ (https://www.qfi.org/students/arabic-honor-society/) Glossary of terms: FLANC - Foreign Language Association of North Carolina: https://www.flanc.org/ (https://www.flanc.org/) CLTA-NC - Chinese Language Teacher Association of North Carolina: https://cltanc.com/ (https://cltanc.com/) Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
20 Dec 2023
Art of Argument: Supporting Secondary School Arabic Debaters
This episode dives into Arabic debate at the high school/secondary school level. Arabic debate seems to be more than just a linguistic exercise; students are advancing in their language and critical thinking skills and are finding joy in learning, all within the school setting. This episode features secondary school Arabic debater and team captain Mariana McCottry, her Arabic teacher and debate coach Rana Nasser, and principal Dr. Caroline Sanchez, all from Cumberland International Early College High School in North Carolina. They share tips for success in debate, what’s needed to start a debate team and recruit students, and the value-added of the Arabic program and debate team at their school. Tune in for an inside scoop into secondary school Arabic debate! References: Flipgrid (now called Flip) (https://info.flip.com/en-us.html) Arabic Honor Society (https://www.qfi.org/students/arabic-honor-society/) Start an AHS Club (https://www.qfi.org/students/arabic-honor-society/start-an-ahs-club/) World Arabic Language Day (https://www.unesco.org/en/world-arabic-language-day) U.S. High Schools Arabic Debating Championship (https://qatardebate.org/international-events/qatardebate-in-usa/#1621433054224-c112faf4-5333) How to Become a Debater (https://qatardebate.org/how-to-become-a-debater/) Debate Modules (https://qatardebate.org/qatardebate-publications/debate-modules/) Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
10 Oct 2023
UNC vs. Duke: Rivalry Renewed in the Arabic Debate Championship
Join us this week as we follow two university Arabic debate teams as they prepare for a national competition and make every effort to come out on top. UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University’s rivalry is age-old: Who has the better basketball team? Who has a more beautiful campus? Which shade of blue is better: light Carolina blue or dark Duke blue? And now, who has the fiercest Arabic debate team? In 2022, Duke and UNC students joined forces to win the 3rd US Universities Arabic Debating Championship. In 2023, they will face off, all in Arabic. Hear from UNC and Duke debate team captains Jasper Schutt and Majid Al Munefi about their experiences with Arabic debate and the hard work of both teams to prepare for the championship. Are you #teamUNC or #teamDuke? We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
18 Sept 2023
Arabic Language Assessments Part I: Teaching for Proficiency in the US Immersion Classroom
With the expansion of Arabic language programs across the US, UK and Europe, educators and their institutions are striving to strengthen methods for teaching and learning Arabic, just like any other global language. This episode discusses one of the proficiency and performance assessment techniques and language standards used in some US classrooms. Guests Rolla Elsaiary, Magnet Coordinator at Arabic Immersion Magnet School in Houston, Texas, and Amanda Minnillo, a Language Specialist at Avant MORE Learning, share their opinions on what's working and what needs changing in their contexts. References: QFI Can Do Statements for Dual Language Immersion Programs (https://resources.qfi.org/sites/default/files/2022-03/Arb%20Language%20Arts%20Can%20Dos%20for%20DLI_Full%20PDF%20English.pdf) DLI Overview (https://www.qfi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/TLE_AprMay20_FT-Allaf.pdf.) What Is CLIL? The Global Trend in Bilingual Education Explained (https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/what-is-clil/) Avant Assessment STAMP Teacher Power Up Guide (https://avantassessment.com/stamp-teacher-power-up-guide) Avant STAMP™ (https://avantassessment.com/stamp) Glossary of terms: ACTFL: American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages AIMS: Arabic Immersion Magnet School CLIL: Content and Language Integrated Learning STAMP: Standards-Based Measure of Proficiency Contact information: We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). Contact information We welcome comments or suggestions. Contact us at communications@qfi.org (mailto:communications@qfi.org). 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 (https://www.qfi.org/). Follow us on: Twitter (https://twitter.com/QFIntl) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/QFINTL/?eid=ARCBldUZS5frNNy99zW22u9jivqPtUDjZQ0k8cf_QFnKMun2inZtJhKggyqrBaLqjRr9AjefV58MgwGN) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/qfintl/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/qatar-foundation-international/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/QFInternational)
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Podcast Authority Score: 59 / 100
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- YouTube
- 86
- Engagement
- 68
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