Master of Education in Arabic Language Curricula and Instruction
About the Program
The Master of Education in Arabic Language Curricula and Instruction program aims at providing candidates with comprehensive, central and profound knowledge in the field of Arabic language curricula and teaching methodologies, enabling them to develop their epistemological, linguistic and educational abilities, providing them with research, analysis, design and evaluation skills, in addition to using technology in the field of Arabic language curricula and teaching methodologies. This program is not designed to obtain any professional qualification in teaching.
Vision
Leadership in training, scientific research, curriculum developing and providing the scientific knowledge specialized in Arabic Language curricula and its teaching methodologies.
Mission
Developing training abilities, scientific research, educational supervision, curricula designing, educational and learning program for Arabic Language curricula and its teaching methodologies.
Program Goals
The M.Ed. in Arabic Language Curricula and Instruction program aims to:
- Provide candidates with comprehensive, central and profound knowledge in the field of Arabic language curricula and teaching methodologies.
- Provide candidates with research, analysis, design, evaluation skills and using of technology in the field of Arabic language curricula and teaching methodologies.
- Develop the ability of candidates to work independently and take responsibility in the management of professional practices related to the designing of Arabic language curricula and Teaching Education.
- Enhance the moral awareness of the candidates in order to qualify them to take objective decisions with scientific methodology.
- Develop the academic and professional self-concept among the candidates, helping them to continue their professional development.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the M.Ed. in Arabic Language Curricula and Instruction program, students will be able to:
# | Program Learning Outcomes | Aligned with L9 QFE Descriptors |
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1 | Demonstrate a knowledge of the concepts, principles and theories related to Arabic language curricula and its teaching methodologies. | QFE (2,8) |
2 | Employ the skills of scientific research and the use of technology in curriculum planning, designing, analysis and evaluation. | QFE (1,4,6) |
3 | Design performance models showing candidate’s proficiency in many skills such as planning, analyzing and evaluating Arabic language curricula. | QFE (4,6,7) |
4 | Develop performance models showing proficiency in the skills of preparing and training Arabic Teaching Education. | QFE (1,4,6,8) |
5 | Demonstrate the ability to objectively and reasonably deal with social and ethical issues related to Arabic language curricula and the Teaching Education. | QFE (3,5,7,9) |
6 | Employ self-learning strategies to follow up developments in the field of Arabic language curricula and Teaching Education. | QFE (4,7,8) |
7 | Write a thesis within the criteria and ethics of scientific research for the purpose of obtaining a master's degree in the field of Arabic language curricula and methods of teaching. | QFE (4,5,7,8) |
Job Opportunities
- Educational Supervisor
- Educational Curriculum Developer
- Academic Researcher
- School Principal
- Bachelor degree in Arabic Language Education degree or Arabic Language and Islamic Studies Teacher Education degree, or Arabic Language degree approved by the UAE Ministry of Education with a minimum (GPA) of (3 out of 4).
- A valid English Language Proficiency Certificate in one of the below certificates or its equivalent, at least as the following:
EmSAT TOEFL IELTS Academic 950 450 4.5 - Obtain Arabic Language Proficiency certificate (EmSAT) with a score not less than (1250).
Conditional Requirements
If a holder of a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of (2.5 to 2.99 out of 4) or equivalent, he should:
- Register in no more than (9) credit hours of courses studied for the graduate program during the conditional acceptance period.
- Achieve at least (3 out of 4) or equivalent, in the first semester of study. Otherwise dismissed from the program.
If a holder of a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of (2 to 2.49 out of 4) or equivalent, he should:
- Registers in no more than (9) credit hours as remedial prepration for the graduate program. These remedial courses are not for credit within the degree program.
- Achieves at least (3 out of 4) or equivalent, in the first semester of study. Otherwise dismissed from the program.
To obtain a Master of Education in Curricula Methods of Teaching Arabic Language, the student must successfully complete 33 credit hours, with a minimum (CGPA) of 3 out of 4.
Course No | Course Title | CR.H. | Prerequisite |
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Compulsory College Requirements (18) CR.H. | |||
0402601 | Educational Curriculum Theories | 3 | |
0405601 | Arabic Language Skills | 3 | |
0405602 | Methods of Teaching Arabic Language Skills | 3 | 0405601 |
0405603 | Arabic Language Education and Thinking Development | 3 | 0402601 |
0405608 | Educational Technology and its Applications in Arabic Language Education | 3 | 0402601 |
0408601 | Educational Research and Statistical Methods | 3 | |
Elective Courses (6) CR.H. | |||
0402603 | Learning and Teaching Environment | 3 | |
0405604 | English Language Readings in Arabic Language | 3 | 0405602 &0402601 |
0405605 | Assessment in Arabic Language Education Curriculum | 3 | 0402601 |
0405606 | Contemporary Issues in Arabic language Curricula and Teaching Methods | 3 | |
0405607 | Teaching Arabic Language to Other Speakers | 3 | 0402601 |
Thesis (9) CR.H. | |||
0405699 | Masters Thesis in the Arabic Language | 9 | >= 24 |
Director of Arabic Language Curricula Program
College of Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Al Ain University
P.O.Box: 64141
Al Ain - UAE
Phone No: +971 3 7024888
Fax No: +971 3 7024777
Email: MA.Edu.Arabic@aau.ac.ae