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Culture and Language (LEV/LANG0100)

Levant Programs / Levant for Training and Consulting
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Are you coming to Jordan for only a short time but still wish to become acquainted with the basics of the Arabic language, the Jordanian dialect, and local culture? Then this is the course for you. Over the course of one week of intensive language study, Levant will teach you how to get around and communicate effectively in Arabic about basic topics in Jordan.

Based on a placement test, we devise a curriculum appropriate to your language level. Given the diglossic nature of the Arabic language, the course does not separate Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and Jordanian Dialect into rigid categories. Rather, we will teach you MSA and 'Amiya together, allowing you to learn through experience the situations in which formal and informal registers of the Arabic language are most appropriate. This approach reflects Levant's philosophy of teaching Arabic in a manner that conforms to how native speakers use the language in their normal linguistic output.

The course is divided into 25 50-minute lessons. Centered around thematic blocs focusing on contemporary topics and debates in Jordanian and Arab societies, the lessons cover the four domains of linguistic proficiency: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Each lesson features a text or multimedia clip taken from original Arabic source material that students first study with the help of the teacher. In a second step, the lesson then moves towards applying knowledge gleaned from the text in the form of spoken and written output. This combination of original, culturally-rooted source material and learning the language through practice stems from Levant's philosophy of instilling in students three interconnected competencies: knowledge of language, ability to communicate, and understanding of culture.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Sunday
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Thursday and Sunday
School holidays
22 Dec 2024 - 02 Jan 2025, 01 Jan 2025, 01 May 2025, 25 May 2025

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 4 students
Maximum 8 students

Student age

Age range 18 years old and older
Average 30 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

We chose the name "Levant" because it encompasses the intercultural vision of the Center. Levant is an English word that refers to the region of the Arab world in which Jordan is situated. The Levant, Bilad al-Sham, or Bilad al-Sharq encompasses Jordan, Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, and parts of Iraq.

We distinguish ourselves through our flexibility and our ability to provide numerous teaching, training, and consulting services at a superior level. We offer virtual education and face-to-face instruction. In both formats, we apply our unique, time-tested method for elevating our students' communicative competencies.

Through focused, dedicated study with Levant, you will not simply recite words on a vocabulary list or verb conjugations; more than that, your tongue will master the rich, culturally-connected phrases of fluent speakers, phrases that you will carry with you wherever you go.

Year opened
2020
Number of classrooms
4

Facilities

  • Wheelchair access
  • Social Activities
  • Wireless Internet
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Audio Learning
  • Free Internet
  • Cultural Trips
  • Studying Area
  • Library
  • Eating Area

Teacher qualifications

Native Arabic speakers
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Levant Programs / Levant for Training and Consulting varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 30. In the summer, the average age is 30.

Levant teaches students from all over the world, including:

USA
50%
Germany
35%
Indonesia
5%
Turkey
5%
Ukraine
5%

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
22 Dec 2024 - 02 Jan 2025, 01 Jan 2025, 01 May 2025, 25 May 2025

School location

Levant Programs / Levant for Training and Consulting is located in several locations in the heart of Jordan's capital city, Amman. Our main offices are located in Khalda, a quiet, upscale residential neighborhood in western Amman. Our other locations include Abdoun, a bustling, expat-friendly area of the city, as well as Shmeisani, which is located near Jabal al-Weibdeh, an older neighborhood near Amman's center where many expatriates choose to live. We also have offices and classrooms at King Hussein Business Park and next to the University of Jordan, the country's oldest and most prestigious university. We are thus equipped to bring our highly acclaimed language courses directly to your doorsteps, wherever you choose to live. In other words, you can rest assured that the Levant is located near you!

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"Very good!"

Kyle Robertson

Inas is great but I had to drop out for personal reasons. I would recommend her to anyone.

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Duration of study
21 weeks
Date of study
1 Jan 2024 - 31 May 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"I always look forward to the new lessons and I feel like every time I am learning something new!"

Nele Hubert

I really like that there is a "book" to the program. That helps to follow the content of the classes and write down stuff as well. I like that we are slowly progressing and always repeating at the beginning of each lesson what we did last time. I like that a lesson is 1:15h long, because one hour would be too little but 1:30h too long to concentrate. Sometimes I would like to speak even more to practice the oral pronounciations even more. Maybe a vocabulary list/book with all the new words would help as well to keep track of the new words and to repeat them at home. I like that I get homework because that makes me practice regularly. Also I like that Inas is always available on whatsapp because that helps for questions. I really want to continue online!

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9 weeks
Date of study
14 May 2024 - 18 Jul 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"Amazing lessons with up-to-date topics and flexible schedule!"

Zahra Boldis

I would sas I am absolutely satisfied with the high quality of the lessons. With my private online teacher - Ghufran Othman - I feel my speaking skills have developped a great deal and now I am not hesitant any more to speak in Arabic.

It is deffinitely a great thing that the lessons are accustomed to the student’s schedule. It had never been a problem to reschedule a class and my teacher is flexible about the duration of the lessons as well.

The topics we discuss during the classes are nevet boring. I highly value that I could get to know the Jordanian culture and got an insight into their mentality.

The setup of a regular class is amazing. We learn form videos, recordings, there are always listening exercises, interesing slides with interactive activities and so on.

Within less than two years, my Arabic polished a lot many thanks to the method my teacher teaches me. I hope to continue like this and without any hesitation I can hiighly recommend taking Arabic classes with these skilled tuitors!

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Duration of study
90 weeks
Date of study
16 Oct 2022 - 13 Jul 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"دروسي مع ايناس هي أبرز أسبوعي"

Delaney Soliday

My experience with Inas over the past year has exceeded my wildest expectations. At the time I started taking classes with her, I could have a simple conversation about my interests and what I'd studied in school, but nothing more complex than that. Now we have hour-long conversations about politics, human rights, media, and professional life. I've started to translate videos and social media posts for work recently and plan to keep taking lessons with Levant as I switch jobs and move towards a PhD program. Inas picks up on whatever I'm interested in at the moment, whether that be current events, a Netflix show, or a podcast, and turns it into a lesson, which means I take away much more meaning from our time together. I'm proud not only of the progress I've made with my Arabic but the fact that I've also made a friend in the process.

بستفيد من تعليمكن بشغلي كل يوم, شكرا الكن من قلبي وبتمنى اشوفكن لما أزور الاردن بالمستقبل

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Duration of study
49 weeks
Date of study
1 Aug 2023 - 11 Jul 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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Housing

Levant offers the following housing types:
apartment

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals

S$ 114
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: Amman - Jabal Alweibdeh - st.N3, Amman , Jabal Alweibdeh 02142, Amman - Jordan
Location: In the city center of Amman
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, garden, and other
Distance to school: 2 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Friday, after 04:00 PM
Check-out: Friday, before 11:00 AM
S$ 114
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in London. These homes are often between 25-50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Students must be 16 years old and older.

Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 200
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: Amman - Jabal Alweibdeh - st.N3, Amman , Jabal Alweibdeh 02142, Amman - Jordan
Location: In the city center of Amman
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, garden, and other
Distance to school: 2 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Friday, after 04:00 PM
Check-out: Friday, before 11:00 AM
S$ 200
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in London. These homes are often between 25-50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Students must be 16 years old and older.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Amman based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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