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Advanced Guided Reading

Do you want to move beyond the basics in your Arabic reading?

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COURSE DAY:

Tuesdays

START TIME:

9:00 AM (EST, New York)

6:00 PM (Dubai)

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I have gained training and confidence to access books I once wished to read

Naeem SAjid, Management Consultant

Studying with Ustaad Yusaf allowed me to progress my classical Arabic studies greatly. Ustaad helped me patiently to apply grammatical rules and theory whilst walking me through classical text, and ensuring I fully understand the language.
I have gained training and confidence to access books I once wished to read and my time with Ustaadh Yusaf has re-ignited my desire to progress my Arabic studies as a non-native.

Guided Reading Class - Advanced Level

Live Group Class

Ihya 'ulum al-din and Mukhtarat min adab al-'arab

Revival of the Religious Sciences (Imam al-Ghazali) and

Selections of Arabic Literature (Abul Hasan al-Nadwi)

Course Overview

This is a live, group class that helps a student vocalize and translate classical Arabic texts.

Students will vocalize and translate selections from Ghazali's Ihya and Abu al-Hasan al-Nadwi's Mukhtarat min adab al-'arab (Selections of Arabic Literature). Students will regularly use the Hans Wehr dictionary to look up unfamiliar words.

This is an advanced level class that requires one complete the Certification of Arabic Grammar - Intermediate level, or its equivalent.

This class is weekly and will run continuously through the year. Students are welcome to join or pause their monthly subscription at any time.

Who is this course for and are there prerequisites for attending?

This course benefits students who have completed our Certificate of Ijaza in Arabic Grammar - Intermediate (or its equivalent), and would like to improve their reading fluency by accurate vocalization and grammatical translation.

This course presupposes prior study of classical Arabic (at least 150 hours) with practice vocalizing and translating unvowelled texts. It assumes that you are able to conjugate verbs and grammatically analyze nouns and verbs (i.e. you should know the position of a noun in a sentence). Students should be able to use a root-based dictionary like the Hans Wehr dictionary.

About the Text

Imam Ghazali's Ihya 'ulum al-din is a masterpiece in Islamic spirituality. It is masterfully written and an extremely practical work on diagnosing and improving oneself.

Abul Hasan al-Nadwi's Mukhtarat is a compilation of some of the most eloquent pieces of literature in the Arab and Muslim literary corpus, from the beginning of Islam to the 20th century.

Course Material

All materials are provided online. It is recommended you purchase the book as books are easier to handle and to study from.

Course Details

Weekly Live Group Sessions (One 50-minute session)

Cost: $79/ month (one-time enrollment fee of $99)

There is a 3-month initial commitment, after which students may continue on a monthly basis.

Time: 9:00 AM EST/ 6:00 PM Dubai (Starts Tuesday, January 9 2024)

All classes are held through Zoom Meetings and recordings are sent to students.

2 Complimentary 30-minute private 1-on-1 sessions

Live Classes
Two Private 30 minute 1-on-1 Sessions
All Sessions Recorded for Your Review

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COURSE START DATE:

JANUARY 9, 2024

START TIME:

9 AM (New York, EST)

Studying with Grammica Institute has allowed me to take my Arabic reading to the next level.

Bilal Chaudry,Project Manager

Studying with Grammica Institute has allowed me to take my Arabic reading to the next level. The small class sizes, one to one attention, and course structure are perfectly suited to my needs as a student with high ambitions yet many other commitments. The years of experience and deep knowledge of the teacher is evident in his ability to sense the specific requirements of each student. After just a few lessons I felt more confident in applying the rules of grammar and morphology I had already learnt, and in translating texts which are over a thousand years old! I would highly recommend Grammica Institute to both aspiring Arabic students as well as those with some experience, who now want to take things further.

About the Instructor

Ustadh Yusaf Bhatti

Ustadh Yusaf brings over 10,000 hours of Arabic instructional experience from having taught over 700 students from around the world. He combines this wealth of live practical expertise with fluency in English (BSc, Indiana University) and a deep understanding of the modern student’s need for fast, actionable results. Having taught at Qasid Institute in Amman, Jordan, he opened the world of classical texts, grammar treatises, and Quranic exegesis to complete newcomers for over 15 years.

over a decade of classroom experience raising non-native Arabic speakers from beginner to advanced grammarian

Atif R. Khan

Ustadh Yusaf combines several rarified elements of classical Arabic grammar instruction in a single teacher: a spiritual grasp of the Quran; mastery of Arabic grammar and usage at the exegetical level; native command of English grammar and usage at the university level; over a decade of classroom experience raising non-native Arabic speakers from beginner to advanced grammarian; and the kind of affability and patience needed with a student that makes a good teacher great. Only Ustadh Yusaf comes to mind as combining all five of these critical attributes in a single teacher.

FAQ:

Which texts will I read?

We will alternate between the Ihya and Mukhtarat. The student begins with the Mukhtarat and the next month with the Ihya. This keeps the reading fresh as the selections from the Mukhtarat are more diverse. The texts are available on the course page once the student registers.

Can I pause or cancel my subscription whenever I want?

Yes. There is no commitment past the first 3 months.

How often do you meet? What happens if I can't make the lesson?

We meet every Tuesday. Every session is recording and uploaded to your course page for review.

I am not at this level, can I still sign up?

Yes. Although this class is geared towards students who have done Intermediate Arabic, students in the process of getting their Essentials or Intermediate certificates are welcome to attend.

Do you offer refunds?

We complete registration months in advance so are unable to offer refunds for this class. However, you can always pause your subscription for any reason whenever you want and rejoin without paying the initial registration fee.

Please contact us with any questions: contact@grammica.institute

Course Enrollment is Currently Closed:

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I highly recommend Grammica Institute to anyone seeking a comprehensive and engaging Arabic learning experience.

Zainab Ahmed - Youth Advocate

Alhamdulillah, I have been blessed with the opportunity to study at Grammica Institute under the guidance of Ustadh Yusaf since July of 2023. The experience has been truly enriching. Exploring selections from Mukhtarat Min Adab alArab, Ihya Ulum alDin, and delving into various tafasir to understand Irab alQuran has significantly deepened my knowledge.

Ustadh Yusaf is not just a teacher; he is a passionate mentor who instills a genuine love for the Arabic language. His unique teaching style makes the learning process engaging and enjoyable. Ustadh's dedication to nurturing our understanding and enthusiasm for Arabic has truly been inspirational.

I highly recommend Grammica Institute to anyone seeking a comprehensive and engaging Arabic learning experience. My time with Grammica has added a layer of depth to my journey with the Arabic language.