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Discover the Arabic world – A unique experience for Scotland’s schools

Author: Lisa Hanna, SCILT

An exciting new opportunity is on the horizon for schools to offer learning experiences in Arabic language and culture. SCILT, in collaboration with Qatar Foundation International and e-Sgoil is opening the door to the Arab world for Scotland’s learners with an innovative new project.

Two courses are being produced which will be available to Scottish schools later this academic session: one aimed at learners in the BGE, and one designed for secondary senior phase.

Courses will be created by a team of educators and native speakers, with language lessons delivered by a native speaker of Arabic. Classes will be live-streamed to participating schools, who will receive the support of a fully-trained classroom assistant (also a native Arabic speaker). The courses will give learners the chance to explore aspects of Arabic culture as well as providing a solid linguistic foundation for learning the world’s fifth most spoken language.

As well as teaching support, schools invited to participate in the pilot phase will also receive a small grant. This can provide schools with resources and experiences that enhance and support the language learning and promote a positive experience of Arabic culture.

Further information will be available at the start of 2020 – keep your eye on SCILT’s weekly e-bulletin.

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