Beginner Conversation Classes (EST)

Prerequisites:

• This is a Beginner conversation course no prerequists are required. 
• The goal of this course is to focus on speaking. We won’t be learning how to read or write. 

If you feel you’re not quite up to speed, the Internet is full of resources to help you start learning Arabic. Additionally, we offer to help with that as well.

Our Instagram “word-of-the-day” and instructional YouTube videos will give you some basic vocabulary and grammar lessons, but you must consider signing up for our Levantine Arabic Masterclass. This course is designed to help you complete beginner’s level, and teaches through instructional videos. So, there is less pressure to be conversationally fluent.

Just bring your smile & join our class 🙂

If you’re unsure if you’re ready to take this class, please get in touch! Email carol@nasmaofny.com

Details:

The course is 10 weeks long. The class hosts 6 students max, and the duration of the class is 60 minutes taking place twice a week. You will get access to a Whatsapp group where you can ask and get answers to questions you may have. Material and vocabulary will be provided prior to the course. The course consists of two parts: Group & Private. 

Group Sessions:
– Small Groups: Each group consists of no more than six students, ensuring that everyone gets ample speaking time.
– Twice a Week: Classes meet twice a week, providing regular practice and keeping the momentum going.
– Thematic Lessons: Each week focuses on a specific theme. The instructor explains the lesson for about 15 minutes, followed by interactive exercises, role-plays, translation practice, and open Q&A sessions.

Private Sessions:
– 10-Minute Conversations: In addition to group sessions, you get 20 private 10-minute conversation sessions with your instructor. These one-on-one sessions are crucial for building confidence and fluency.
– Flexible Scheduling: You can choose to have these sessions twice a week for 10 minutes each or once a week for 20 minutes, depending on your schedule and preference.
– Frequent Practice: Short, frequent sessions trick your brain into believing you’re using the language more often, accelerating your learning process.

On completion of the program, you will:

• Be able to conjugate verbs in the present, future, and present-continuous tenses.
• Be able to introduce yourself, speak about your work, daily routine, order food from a restaurant, or a supermarket, and a lot more using the Levantine dialect!

  Mirna (session 1)

Marhaba! Eveyone,
I am Mirna, a devoted educator with a Master’s degree. I have a background as a content manager and creator, where I played a crucial role in developing digital educational content and customized books for underprivileged children.
My diverse experience spans teaching Levantine Arabic and various subjects for both kids and adults. Beyond the traditional classroom setting, I actively engaged in organizing school activities and supporting the education of Syrian refugee students.
Additionally, I’ve volunteered my time to coordinate meetings, trips, and camps for children and youth groups. As a committed individual, my aim is to make meaningful contributions to the field of education and community development.

  Carol (Session 2)

As a native Arabic speaker, sharing the love for my language and culture is very important to me. I have been teaching Arabic since 2010. I have developed Arabic curriculums for both kids and adults. After more than 11 years of teaching, success has strengthened my foundation to provide our youngest generation with the intellectual stimulation and educational advantage gained through early exposure to other languages. I have published three Levantine textbooks and children stories in the Levantine dialect. I’m currently working on my 4th Adult textbook.

Through Nasma, I want to highlight the beauty of the Arab World and positively impacts today’s youth through education and acceptance.