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Study Levantine or Modern Standard Arabic in Palestine

by: The Palestinian Center - Go Palestine

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The Learn Shami Arabic in Palestine program presents a valuable opportunity for those who want to learn and study this dialect (Levantine Arabic, also known as Ammiya) and practice it with people in Palestine. Shami Arabic is spoken by nearly 42 million people in four Arab countries: Jordan, Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. It is the most easily understandable dialect for people of the Gulf or Arab...

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Program Highlights

Receive guidance from a staff of teachers who are fluent in Arabic and English at The Palestinian Center.

Take an Arabic language course that gives you the flexibility to determine the start and end dates of your program schedule.

Learn from instructors who are skilled in teaching Arabic as a second language.

Choose from three types of courses: Intensive - 5 days a week, Non-Intensive Model A - 3 days a week, and Non-Intensive Model B - 2 days a week.

Stay with either a Palestinian host family or at our dorm in Hebron.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Hebron, Palestine
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear Round
Cost Per Week$300-600
Age Requirement:Open to All Ages
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.66

Total Reviews

14

I enjoyed the Arabic classes

by: Kacper Nowak - PolandProgram: Study Levantine or Modern Standard Arabic in Palestine
10

My name is Kacper, and my time in Palestine was truly unforgettable. Each day began with a delicious breakfast of traditional Palestinian food, followed by a walk from the dormitory to our daily activities. Along the way, I often chatted with locals, which was a great opportunity to practice my Arabic. In the mornings, we alternated between teaching conversational English and attending Arabic lessons. I particularly enjoyed the Arabic classes, where we learned greetings, introductions, days o...

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The Palestinian Center - Go Palestine responded to this reviewNovember 22, 2024

Thank you, Kacper, for sharing your incredible experience! It’s inspiring to hear about your progress in Arabic, meaningful interactions with locals, and impactful visits like the refugee camp in Bethlehem. Your advice on flexibility and open-mindedn...

I had zero experience!

by: David Wortham - United KingdomProgram: Study Levantine or Modern Standard Arabic in Palestine
10

I spent a month in Hebron, I took Arabic lessons three to four times a week with Muhammad, an amazing English teacher at Go Palestine. At first, I thought learning Arabic would be nearly impossible. I had zero experience! But the way Muhammad taught made all the difference. He eased me into it, focusing on speaking and practical language use rather than just reading and writing. It was such an enjoyable experience that it felt less like a challenge and more like a fun journey. Now, I can sta...

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The Palestinian Center - Go Palestine responded to this reviewNovember 22, 2024

Thank you for sharing! It’s wonderful to hear how Muhammad made learning Arabic enjoyable and helped you gain confidence in conversations. Congrats on your progress!

During my time in Palestine, I had the incredible opportunity to take Arabic lessons with Duaa, and they truly transformed my experience. The lessons not only deepened my understanding of the local dialect but also gave me the confidence to start conversations with locals in Hebron, which made practicing Arabic so much more natural and enjoyable. I found myself wishing I could take even more classes to continue improving and exploring the beauty of the language. These lessons were a good tool...

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The Palestinian Center - Go Palestine responded to this reviewNovember 22, 2024

Thank you! It’s great to hear how Duaa’s lessons boosted your confidence and connection with locals. We look forward to seeing you again!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Hebron, Palestine

Types and Subjects

  • Languages
  • Arabic

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Age Requirement

Open to All Ages

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities
  • All Nationalities

Cost per week

$300-600

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Pre-Departure Orientation

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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