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February 24, 2005
Modern Standard Arabic
Today was my second day of Modern Standard Arabic class and I went to level 3 for the first half and level 4 for the second half. Level 3 was really easy for me (although it may be the 3 and 1/2 hours I put in last night making sure I was prepared) but level 4 was really hard. It was the grammer section of the class and I had no idea what the Arabic words for verb, noun, object, subject, ect. were. This experience makes me want to focus on the vocab of level three and not have to worry about crazy grammer. The only thing I am worried about is level 3 not counting toward credit at Brandeis. However, one class here is equal to two regular classes in the US so hopefully it will count as going in to level 4.
I really do need a challange if I am going to stay motivated here. I am already bored out of my mind and classes just started. The only suggestions I have gotten have not been sufficient to fill up the 10 or so hours a day that I spend watching "Star Academy" or "Who wants to win some money?" (I haven't quite figured out the real name of that one yet). I tried to fill it up with homework yesterday but I completed the entire chapter by 9pm. I didn't do the listening part because my cd player is out of battery but it won't take much time when I get around to it.
I am definitely going to sign up for the Wild Jordan photography class but I am already going to miss the first class because I have an AmidEast lecture that night. The class will be good though because it will encourage me to finish my film and send in some pictures. If you have any requests for what you would like to see, let me know and I will be sure to bring you some photos. :)
Posted by rcollins at February 24, 2005 7:17 AM
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So as a Mother speaking you should stay in level 4 of Arabic. If you need a challenge and something to do learning something new will help. The photography class will help some also, in your search for thing to do. That is all my suggestions for bordom.
Posted by: Barbara at February 24, 2005 8:38 AM
Masa'a AlKair! Kaifa Halok?
Ok, so my Arabic's gotten just a bit rusty since I've gotten to Ireland. But I've picked up some handy Irish and Gaelic phrases! Anyway, I hope your doing well, enjoy the snow in Jordan!!
Posted by: Ian Sager at February 26, 2005 7:56 AM