Overview

The advantages of learning foreign languages are increasing as the world becomes increasingly globalized and bilingualism. In fact, it is now perhaps the most useful real-world skill to ever exist. 

Foreign language study is all about learning how to truly communicate and connect with others—an incredibly important life skill that can only be cultivated by interacting with people. When you master a foreign language, you can exercise your new superhuman power of being able to understand what someone is saying, recall the proper vocabulary and grammar, put that vocabulary and grammar into the proper context, and reply back—all on the spot and in a timely manner. You’ve connected.

Therefore, the Arab American University is keen to provide equal opportunities for its students to learn and gain knowledge that take into account individual differences in personality of the learner and different characteristics to be good citizens for themselves, their families and their community. To achieve this purpose emerged the need to qualify future graduates. 

This program is designed to prepare graduates to be skilled, innovative and challenging. 

The program acquaints students with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to learn the languages they choose. 

The program combines the academic study of language with practical training. It prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities teaching and research in language and acquisition to publishing, media, and different government and nongovernment institutions require language knowledge. The student has to pass at least 124 credit hours to earn the BA Degree in Double Major in Languages.

Note: In addition to English Language, The student has to choose ONE language form  the languages offered below: 

1.         Turkish Language

2.         Spanish Language

3.         Hebrew Language

4.         French Language

5.         Chinese Language

6.         German Language

 

Vision

The vison of the future as seen at the AAUP is that the university should develop leading edge expertise within the subjects of global competence in all fields mainly communication (languages). We want language users to be well-known for their excellent skills in communicating their language knowledge, thereby being able to contribute even more to societal development. Therefore, the faculty is proud to offer this program and to be a leader in the study of languages in the digital age and intends to build on these achievements. It will enhance its strengths in cutting- edge research and undergraduate and later graduate course- work in the areas of languages (learning and teaching. 

Mission

  • The Bachelor degree in dual languages proposed by AAUP is unique in structure and philosophy. The proposed program provides students with the latest techniques in FL learning. Combining theory and practice, the program encourages disciplined reflection, intellectual pursuit, and a passion for making a difference. Prospective students are expected to develop knowledge of subject matter, and pedagogy grounded in foreign languages. 

  • The program seeks to position itself within the university-wide continuum of language learning experience and inquiry. Collaboration with other faculty and departments to engage the undergraduate community through a variety of educational activities such as workshops, guest speakers, and local public-school based events. 

  • Dual Languages is one of the main basic sciences that play an important role in our lives in many ways. It plays a major role in preparing our future leaders and citizens for all fields and disciplines. The intended program will give students a strong background in teaching and learning the foreign languages, prepares students to be effective language users or to have careers in many teaching or non-teaching fields. 

Goals

  1. Prepare graduates for foreign language teaching careers. 

  2. Build strong theoretical background for students with the aim of helping them to assess problems and local issues in the field of FLs education.

  3. Gain the skill to write effectively and to provide vigilant and updated analysis to the field of FLs education and research centers and policy-makers.

  4. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of content-specific skills and/or concepts and apply that understanding to the construction of meaningful learning activities. 

  5. Demonstrate strong and fluent communication skills.  

  6. Exhibit the capacity for professional growth by developing questions about their work as educators, by engaging in inquiry and reflection to address their questions, by applying their understanding to improve learning, teaching, and school organization, and by participating in professional development activities. 

  7. Develop student’s proficiency in foreign languages

  8. Develop positive attitudes and appreciation toward world languages and cultures in our global society. 

Career of Graduates

The program is designed to train students in the field of dual languages. This program will prepare students with the solid background and experiences, technology and learning theories to be effective graduates who can enter the market easily. Double major program at the AAUP seeks to develop graduates who can:

  • Develop, apply, integrate and generate scientific knowledge in educational and professional contexts;

  • Orally present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects

  • Explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options

  • Use a range of skills and methods to identify, analyze and respond to problems and issues;

  • Convey and relate professional and disciplinary information and ideas to diverse audiences in effective and appropriate ways;

  • Work in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives; and

  • Exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.

  • This program offers its graduates the opportunity to challenge and discipline their thinking about different topics. 

  • Graduates of the program will be prepared for numerous career opportunities, including:

  • Teaching: graduates of the program will be trained as elementary school subject teachers.

  • Graduate programs in FLs or related fields.

  • Translators

  • An interpreter

  • An entrepreneur

  • Reporters

  • Curators

  • Tour guides 

 

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students should be equipped with comprehensive knowledge, skills, and abilities to excel in their endeavors.

Demonstrate oral & written communication skills in context

Demonstrate familiarity in using technology for language mediation, at an advanced level.

Demonstrate advanced translation skills. This will be achieved through exposure, over four years, to a wide selection of texts covering a range of registers, including journalistic and literary.

Show awareness and acceptance of other nations’ cultures

Gain in-depth knowledge of specific research topics or areas in FLs education.

Demonstrate critical and analytical reading skills

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