Advanced Levantine Arabic Language and Culture

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This is a proficiency-oriented Levantine (Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, and Syria) Arabic. It focuses on a complex functional use of the language; explores a variety of complex topics related to daily life, work, formal and information interactions; explores popular culture through personal interviews, music, and online publications. Students will also read and rehearse song lyrics in a range of communicative contexts. Class materials will consist of authentic texts, biographical information, online postings and films. Prerequisite: Arabic 287, or 2 years of MSA beyond intermediate level or equivalent.