Lecture by YOUSRY MANSOUR
With screening of scenes from various Egyptian Movies
Organised by Middle East Institute, National University of Singapore
Date: Wednesday, 21 January 2009
Time: 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm
Venue: Conference Room
Middle East Institute
National University of Singapore
Bukit Timah Campus
Egypt has undergone immense changes over the last fifty years, and in the last three decades alone, the country’s social and political profile has changed beyond all recognition. Today, Egypt has 26 political parties and over 500 licensed newspapers, when thirty years ago, it had only three parties and less than twenty licensed newspapers. With over 70 million people, Egypt is the largest Arab country; it is correct to say that there is one Egyptian among every four Arabs in the world.
In the early twentieth century, the Egyptian Entrepreneurs realized their ambitions in establishing a strong, independent national cinema industry in Egypt. It was partly because of Egypt’s head start in the cinema industry, it led to the distribution of Egyptian films all over the Arab region and Middle East. With its films being watched in every Arab town and city, the Egyptians confirmed their lead not only in the region’s culture and the way Arabic language should be spoken, but also in its politics.
The topics which the films usually deal with are diverse and reflect the increased and deeper contact of the filmmaker with life. A filmmaker is an author who looks deeply into his world, cultivating a sense of reflection that are expressed on the screen, and his tools are not only limited to a pen, but a camera, a film, lights, sound, visual effects and actors. In principle, a filmmaker is an author who recreates the world as he knows it. The Egyptian cinema is no different, or at least in many of its films, it shows Egyptian society struggling with its challenges.
The Egyptian Cinema denotes the protracted development of an indigenous film practice; it informs and is informed by complex cultural continuities, interruptions and transformations. Furthermore, Egyptian Cinema explores variety of social and political trends that are of major relevance to different Arab and Muslim societies. And despite its recent difficulties continues to be among the most popular indigenous cinemas in the world today.
As the world grapples to come to grips with Arab and Muslim cultures in a number of ways, the study of Egyptian cinema stands as an effective tool for understanding and assessing issues of great impact on one of the Arab World's most intense country of political and ideological apprehensions.
This study maps out key thematic elements mainly informed by current social, political and cultural developments that have taken place over the last two decades in the "Middle East," it is equally augmented by persistent ideological and intellectual anxieties that have dominated the Arab world since the early 1800s.
Through this study, we will also attempt to explore the historical contexts within which these thematic elements have been emerging. Naturally, the bibliographic nature of this endeavor calls for temporal and regional breadth, but, as a result, it also risks leading to exclusions and makes it difficult to engage each film or theme in detail. Nevertheless, allowing for such breadth is unavoidable for appreciating the coherency and significance of a general body of film which was initially sporadic in its focus yet has recently become identifiable as part of a dynamic movement within the Egyptian cinema.
Equally as important and given the near absent familiarity of many non-Arab readers with Egyptian cinema in general--let alone with specific time-frames of its development--an overview of the subject facilitates further reading and research on this complex area of investigation. I have avoided extremely specialized Film Studies terminology and methods of analysis and have chosen an approach, which would be useful and accessible for both film and cultural studies scholars as well as social sciences, political and humanities researchers.
In this study, we will look into some of these themes that have been reflected through the Egyptian films in recent years. These themes are:
Ü Religion
Ü Homosexuality
Ü Corruption
In the first section, I provide a general historical framework for the study of Egyptian Cinema. This section contextualizes the emergence of this cinema as part of a modernist continuum within the struggle for Egyptian national self-determination. However, I begin with a brief overview of the themes associated with the notion of modernity as approached by Arab intellectuals as far back as the mid to late 1800s during what is referred to as the period of Renaissance (an-Nahda). I also lay out the general context within which the Egyptian Cinema incorporates various modernist themes and stylistic strategies and how they, on the one hand, complement propositions initiated during an-Nahda period, while on the other, provide a basis for contemporary rejuvenation of the struggle for national self-determination.
The remaining sections deal separately with these various themes, focusing on how Egyptian films tackle the rise of populist religious fundamentalism, issues of the recent phenomena od living in slums areas around the Egyptian capital and other big cities, the notions of viollence practiced within the society by the authorities as well as by its people, trends of corruption and homosexual liberation. Finally, the last section (before the conclusion) demonstrates how the New Egyptian Cinema increasingly articulates modernist plot structures and texts; it explores this cinema's employment of self-reflexive strategies in the construction of cinematic narratives.
This presentation aims to be an introduction for many of the political and cultural issues raging in Egyptian society today.
Many works that cover these issues are either focused on one specific issue or extremely specialized, or they are too vague and lack up-to-date details. There are for example; studies of Egyptian cinema, academic and journalistic works on Egypt’s politics and a number of general anthropological and sociological works.
Here, I hope to put a bit of politics into culture and the culture into politics, in an attempt to present Egypt as the Egyptians see it.
Yousry E. Mansour
Researcher, Writer and Filmmaker
Singapore
Cell phone: +6592740273
Email: yousrysg@gmail.com
Thursday, February 5, 2009
UNDERSTANDING THE ARABS
THE ROAD TO ARABIA
POLITICAL & SOCIAL CULTURE
Understanding The Arabs
الطريق إلى بلاد العرب
برنامج تعليمي في الثقافة الإجتماعية و السياسية
فهم العقل العربي
إعداد و تدريس
يسري السيد منصور
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysg@gmail.com
Mobile: 92740273
سنغافورة
2008
COURSE OUTLINES
Much ink has been spilled in recent years about the Middle East and the Arab people. At the same time, no other region has been as misunderstood, nor framed in so many clichés and mistakenly held beliefs. In this much-needed and enlightening Educational Program, we will try to debunk many of the most commonly misconstrued "facts" concerning the Middle East--in the political, cultural, social, and historical spheres. In a straightforward and simple way that illuminates the issues without compromising their underlying complexities we will get to the core of each matter. The Arab identity, The Arab World verses the Middle East, The Arab tribes and royal families, The formation of the Arab countries, ethnic and religious minorities in the Arab countries, diversity of the region, the Arabs speaking one language, the various governments and their structures, misconceptions about the Arabs, prominent Arab culture, business negotiations with Arabs and other significant milestones in modern Arab World history and culture come under scrutiny here, with conclusions that will surprise and enlighten many for going so persuasively against the grain of commonly held (mis) perceptions.
Our aim is to provide a better understanding of the Arabs for those who are interested in the study of Middle East as an academic subject. Or for those working with Arabs, whether are going to be stationed in an Arab country for short or long periods. Or even for those who intend to do business with Arabs through their office in Singapore or by traveling into Arab countries more frequently.
It is of utmost importance to learn about the Arab people, culture and history. The more you get to know the culture, the more your interest will be aroused, and the more motivation you will have to proceed with your work and achieve better results.
As the course aims to introduce the culture and social life in an Arab society, it will involve ‘non-language’ signs, which are equally important in communicating and building bridges between different cultures. This course covers the unspoken rules to follow, to help you avoid making culture and social mistakes when you are meeting people from Arab countries or when you speak to a native Arabic speaking person. It also, includes listening to Arab songs and music, watching Arab movies and TV shows, reading of daily Arab press and their coverage of different events, and readings of famous Arab literature.
The COURSE OUTLINES (in short):-
· The Arab World verses The Middle East/The Near East
· A Brief History of the Arab World
· The different Arab Countries
· Tribes & Ruling families in Arab countries
· Ethnic and Religious minorities in Arab countries
· State structures, Civil Society, Legal and Financial Systems
· Secularism and Religions in Arab countries
· Social and Political tension in the Arab World
· The question of Reform in the Arab World
· Challenges of Globalization in the Arab World
· Illusion of Progress in the Arab World
· The image of the Arab world through films, literature and music
· Appreciation of the diversity of the Arab cuisines
· Learn non-verbal signs in an Arab society
· Learn the unspoken rules of BEHAVIOR in business and social life
· Business Negotiations
· Diversity of spoken Arabic Language
· Learning simple phrases in Arabic language
· Learn some important Arabic Proverbs
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Course, students will be able to:
I. Know the History, Geography and Social structure of the various Arab countries
II. Understand the various government systems and policy rules in Arab countries
III. Understand the rules of Personal Behavior in Arab society
IV. Understand the rules of Business Behavior in Arab country
V. To say simple Arabic words and phrases
VI. Appreciate Arab culture, music and arts
COURSE REQUIREMENT
(Who can attend this course?):
This course is designed for English-speaking adults who may BE INTERESTED IN MIDDLE EAST POLITICAL, SOCIAL AND CULTURE STUDIES.
COURSE DURATION: 150 Hours
THE ROAD TO ARABIA
UNDERSTANDING THE ARABS
CONTENTS
Lesson 1 The Arab World verses The Middle East/The Near East
Who are the Arabs?
A Brief History and Geography
The Wrong Perceptions
(Map of Middle East), Grouping Arabs
Map of Arab countries
The League of Arab States,
Lesson 2 The Arab World verses The Middle East/The Near East
Modern History of the Arab Countries
Knowing the Arab countries
Knowing the ruling families
Knowing important figures
Lesson 3 Ethnic and Religious Minorities
Discovering the Minorities
Shiites
Kurds
Marionettes
Copts
Nubians
Baha’ais
Bedouins
Africans
Berber
Lesson 4 State Structures
Executive System
Legislative System
Judicial System
Administrative System
Civil Society System
Economic System
Financial System
Education & Research System
Press System
Lesson 5 Secularism and Religion in the Arab world
Media and Religion
Islam and Democracy
Islam and Social movements
Liberal Islam
Politicizing Islam
History of Islamic movements in the Arab world
Lesson 6 Social and Political tension in the Arab World
The Palestinian Question
Pan Arabism
Poverty and non-employment
Position of Woman
Lesson 7 The question of Reform in the Arab World
The Question of Arab wealth: Oil
Republicans & Monarchies: Questions of Political reform
The Question of good governance in Arab countries
The Question of Education
Lesson 8 Challenges of Globalization in the Arab World
Foreign aid and arms transfer
Remittances
Oil revenue
Trade
Capital Flows
The debt problem
Illusions of progress in the Arab world
Lesson 9 The image of the Arab world on the screen
Religion
Violence
Position of Woman
Nostalgia
Slums Areas
Homosexuality
Corruption
Going abroad
Lesson 10 Appreciation of the diversity of the Arab cuisines
Lebanese kitchen
Moroccan kitchen
Egyptian kitchen
Gulf kitchen
Lesson 11 Business Behaviour
Islam: The Code of Behaviour
The selection process
Qualities required
Differences
Employment of women
Preparing to move or visit an Arab Gulf country
Travel
Lesson 12 Business Behaviour
The Culture Shock
Confusion and Disorientation
The Arabs verses The Others
Driving habits
Acceptance of Gifts
Matters of `Face’
Personal Behavior
Body language
Shaking hands with Men and Women
Holding hands
Kissing: WHOM TO KISS?
Exposed flesh
The soles of feet
Beckoning with fingers
Crossed legs
Lesson 13 Business Behaviour
Don’t you know it’s Friday
Time and Timing
Time keeping
Centralism
VIP visits to Arab Gulf Country
Is it Time or Timing that matters?
Decision making: wait, wait, wait – Hurry, hurry, hurry
What happen to my Presentation?
The working hours
The working week
Don’t you know it’s a Friday?
Lesson 14 Business Behaviour
Language and Names
Need to study Arabic?
“Please” and “Thank you”
Names of the Arabs
Titles and salutation
Preparations
Business cards
Your translator not theirs
Be on Time
The dress code
Getting past the gate
Office Behavior
Entering and Exiting
When and How to talk Business
Presentational Techniques
Lesson 15 Business Behaviour
Business Behavior- the next steps
Business is a personal affair
Business and Pleasure
Access and Power
Agenda
“One-liners” Opportunity
Power of Silence
Lesson 16 Business Behaviour
Business Behavior-The Final steps
The Art of Bargaining
The meaning of “No”
Concluding the “Deal”
Contractual obligations v. Personal trust
Selection of an Agent or a Sponsor
Lesson 17 Business Behaviour
The Don’ts
Business Behaviour
Dinning with Arabs
Course Duration: 150 Hours
3 Sessions a week (Tue, Wed, Thu)
2 Hours per Session
For Enquiries
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysg@gmail.com
Mobile: 92740273
POLITICAL & SOCIAL CULTURE
Understanding The Arabs
الطريق إلى بلاد العرب
برنامج تعليمي في الثقافة الإجتماعية و السياسية
فهم العقل العربي
إعداد و تدريس
يسري السيد منصور
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysg@gmail.com
Mobile: 92740273
سنغافورة
2008
COURSE OUTLINES
Much ink has been spilled in recent years about the Middle East and the Arab people. At the same time, no other region has been as misunderstood, nor framed in so many clichés and mistakenly held beliefs. In this much-needed and enlightening Educational Program, we will try to debunk many of the most commonly misconstrued "facts" concerning the Middle East--in the political, cultural, social, and historical spheres. In a straightforward and simple way that illuminates the issues without compromising their underlying complexities we will get to the core of each matter. The Arab identity, The Arab World verses the Middle East, The Arab tribes and royal families, The formation of the Arab countries, ethnic and religious minorities in the Arab countries, diversity of the region, the Arabs speaking one language, the various governments and their structures, misconceptions about the Arabs, prominent Arab culture, business negotiations with Arabs and other significant milestones in modern Arab World history and culture come under scrutiny here, with conclusions that will surprise and enlighten many for going so persuasively against the grain of commonly held (mis) perceptions.
Our aim is to provide a better understanding of the Arabs for those who are interested in the study of Middle East as an academic subject. Or for those working with Arabs, whether are going to be stationed in an Arab country for short or long periods. Or even for those who intend to do business with Arabs through their office in Singapore or by traveling into Arab countries more frequently.
It is of utmost importance to learn about the Arab people, culture and history. The more you get to know the culture, the more your interest will be aroused, and the more motivation you will have to proceed with your work and achieve better results.
As the course aims to introduce the culture and social life in an Arab society, it will involve ‘non-language’ signs, which are equally important in communicating and building bridges between different cultures. This course covers the unspoken rules to follow, to help you avoid making culture and social mistakes when you are meeting people from Arab countries or when you speak to a native Arabic speaking person. It also, includes listening to Arab songs and music, watching Arab movies and TV shows, reading of daily Arab press and their coverage of different events, and readings of famous Arab literature.
The COURSE OUTLINES (in short):-
· The Arab World verses The Middle East/The Near East
· A Brief History of the Arab World
· The different Arab Countries
· Tribes & Ruling families in Arab countries
· Ethnic and Religious minorities in Arab countries
· State structures, Civil Society, Legal and Financial Systems
· Secularism and Religions in Arab countries
· Social and Political tension in the Arab World
· The question of Reform in the Arab World
· Challenges of Globalization in the Arab World
· Illusion of Progress in the Arab World
· The image of the Arab world through films, literature and music
· Appreciation of the diversity of the Arab cuisines
· Learn non-verbal signs in an Arab society
· Learn the unspoken rules of BEHAVIOR in business and social life
· Business Negotiations
· Diversity of spoken Arabic Language
· Learning simple phrases in Arabic language
· Learn some important Arabic Proverbs
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Course, students will be able to:
I. Know the History, Geography and Social structure of the various Arab countries
II. Understand the various government systems and policy rules in Arab countries
III. Understand the rules of Personal Behavior in Arab society
IV. Understand the rules of Business Behavior in Arab country
V. To say simple Arabic words and phrases
VI. Appreciate Arab culture, music and arts
COURSE REQUIREMENT
(Who can attend this course?):
This course is designed for English-speaking adults who may BE INTERESTED IN MIDDLE EAST POLITICAL, SOCIAL AND CULTURE STUDIES.
COURSE DURATION: 150 Hours
THE ROAD TO ARABIA
UNDERSTANDING THE ARABS
CONTENTS
Lesson 1 The Arab World verses The Middle East/The Near East
Who are the Arabs?
A Brief History and Geography
The Wrong Perceptions
(Map of Middle East), Grouping Arabs
Map of Arab countries
The League of Arab States,
Lesson 2 The Arab World verses The Middle East/The Near East
Modern History of the Arab Countries
Knowing the Arab countries
Knowing the ruling families
Knowing important figures
Lesson 3 Ethnic and Religious Minorities
Discovering the Minorities
Shiites
Kurds
Marionettes
Copts
Nubians
Baha’ais
Bedouins
Africans
Berber
Lesson 4 State Structures
Executive System
Legislative System
Judicial System
Administrative System
Civil Society System
Economic System
Financial System
Education & Research System
Press System
Lesson 5 Secularism and Religion in the Arab world
Media and Religion
Islam and Democracy
Islam and Social movements
Liberal Islam
Politicizing Islam
History of Islamic movements in the Arab world
Lesson 6 Social and Political tension in the Arab World
The Palestinian Question
Pan Arabism
Poverty and non-employment
Position of Woman
Lesson 7 The question of Reform in the Arab World
The Question of Arab wealth: Oil
Republicans & Monarchies: Questions of Political reform
The Question of good governance in Arab countries
The Question of Education
Lesson 8 Challenges of Globalization in the Arab World
Foreign aid and arms transfer
Remittances
Oil revenue
Trade
Capital Flows
The debt problem
Illusions of progress in the Arab world
Lesson 9 The image of the Arab world on the screen
Religion
Violence
Position of Woman
Nostalgia
Slums Areas
Homosexuality
Corruption
Going abroad
Lesson 10 Appreciation of the diversity of the Arab cuisines
Lebanese kitchen
Moroccan kitchen
Egyptian kitchen
Gulf kitchen
Lesson 11 Business Behaviour
Islam: The Code of Behaviour
The selection process
Qualities required
Differences
Employment of women
Preparing to move or visit an Arab Gulf country
Travel
Lesson 12 Business Behaviour
The Culture Shock
Confusion and Disorientation
The Arabs verses The Others
Driving habits
Acceptance of Gifts
Matters of `Face’
Personal Behavior
Body language
Shaking hands with Men and Women
Holding hands
Kissing: WHOM TO KISS?
Exposed flesh
The soles of feet
Beckoning with fingers
Crossed legs
Lesson 13 Business Behaviour
Don’t you know it’s Friday
Time and Timing
Time keeping
Centralism
VIP visits to Arab Gulf Country
Is it Time or Timing that matters?
Decision making: wait, wait, wait – Hurry, hurry, hurry
What happen to my Presentation?
The working hours
The working week
Don’t you know it’s a Friday?
Lesson 14 Business Behaviour
Language and Names
Need to study Arabic?
“Please” and “Thank you”
Names of the Arabs
Titles and salutation
Preparations
Business cards
Your translator not theirs
Be on Time
The dress code
Getting past the gate
Office Behavior
Entering and Exiting
When and How to talk Business
Presentational Techniques
Lesson 15 Business Behaviour
Business Behavior- the next steps
Business is a personal affair
Business and Pleasure
Access and Power
Agenda
“One-liners” Opportunity
Power of Silence
Lesson 16 Business Behaviour
Business Behavior-The Final steps
The Art of Bargaining
The meaning of “No”
Concluding the “Deal”
Contractual obligations v. Personal trust
Selection of an Agent or a Sponsor
Lesson 17 Business Behaviour
The Don’ts
Business Behaviour
Dinning with Arabs
Course Duration: 150 Hours
3 Sessions a week (Tue, Wed, Thu)
2 Hours per Session
For Enquiries
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysg@gmail.com
Mobile: 92740273
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
ARABIC CONVERSATION & CULTURE
New Arabic Language Course aims at Beginners. If you are interested in learning how to speak Arabic Language like a native Arab. Learn about Arab culture through watching Arab films and listening to Arab music and songs, this is the course you should go for.
Duration: 3 Months (60 Hours) - (30 Sessions x 2 hours)
Period: 19 November 2008 to 27 February 2009
Days: Every Wednesday and Friday
Time: 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm
Place: EDUQUEST INTERNATIONAL
1 Sophia Road, #03-07 Peace Centre, Singapore 228149
For Enquiries & Registration, please Contact: Idris or Shahidah at Tel : (65) 63384331 during office hours (from 9 am to 6 pm).
Duration: 3 Months (60 Hours) - (30 Sessions x 2 hours)
Period: 19 November 2008 to 27 February 2009
Days: Every Wednesday and Friday
Time: 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm
Place: EDUQUEST INTERNATIONAL
1 Sophia Road, #03-07 Peace Centre, Singapore 228149
For Enquiries & Registration, please Contact: Idris or Shahidah at Tel : (65) 63384331 during office hours (from 9 am to 6 pm).
Thursday, May 22, 2008
SEMINAR ON DOING BUSINESS WITH ARABS
DOING BUSINESS AND LIVING IN ARAB COUNTRY
TWO DAYS SEMINAR
By YOUSRY MANSOUR
TWO DAYS SEMINAR
By YOUSRY MANSOUR
DAY ONE
8.30am – 9.00am - Welcome drinks and Registration
9.00am – 10.30am - Introduction to Arabia
Who are the Arabs?
The Arab Countries mystery
A Brief History, and Geography
The Wrong Perceptions
(Map of Middle East), Grouping the Arabs
Map of Arab countries
The League of Arab States,
Naming ‘the Gulf’?
(Map of Gulf Countries)
10.30am – 10.45am - Coffee break
10.45am – 10.55am - A Film “Lawrence of Arabia”
10.55am – 12.30pm - Brief History of the Arabs
Knowing the Arab countries
Knowing the ruling families
Knowing important figures
12.30pm – 1.30pm - Lunch
1.30pm – 3.30pm - A Film : Dubai in the 90s”
Islam; The Code of Behaviour
Penetrating into Arab Countries
Law, Tax and Banking
The Expatriates
Nationalisation
The Selection Process
Husbands, Wives, Partners and all the others !
3.30pm – 3.45pm - Coffee Break
3.45pm – 5.30pm - Moving to Arab Country?
Your needs and requirements
The Culture Shock !!
Behaviour in Arab Societies
The Gulf VS The Others
The Don’ts !
5.30 pm - End of day One
8.30am – 9.00am - Welcome drinks and Registration
9.00am – 10.30am - Introduction to Arabia
Who are the Arabs?
The Arab Countries mystery
A Brief History, and Geography
The Wrong Perceptions
(Map of Middle East), Grouping the Arabs
Map of Arab countries
The League of Arab States,
Naming ‘the Gulf’?
(Map of Gulf Countries)
10.30am – 10.45am - Coffee break
10.45am – 10.55am - A Film “Lawrence of Arabia”
10.55am – 12.30pm - Brief History of the Arabs
Knowing the Arab countries
Knowing the ruling families
Knowing important figures
12.30pm – 1.30pm - Lunch
1.30pm – 3.30pm - A Film : Dubai in the 90s”
Islam; The Code of Behaviour
Penetrating into Arab Countries
Law, Tax and Banking
The Expatriates
Nationalisation
The Selection Process
Husbands, Wives, Partners and all the others !
3.30pm – 3.45pm - Coffee Break
3.45pm – 5.30pm - Moving to Arab Country?
Your needs and requirements
The Culture Shock !!
Behaviour in Arab Societies
The Gulf VS The Others
The Don’ts !
5.30 pm - End of day One
DAY TWO
9.00 am – 10.30 am Personal Behaviour
The Body Language
Shaking hands with Men and Women
Holding hands
Kissing: WHOM TO KISS?
Exposed flesh
The soles of feet
Beckoning with fingers
Crossed legs
10.30am – 10.45am - Coffee break
10.45 am – 10.55am - A Film: Dnaneer
10.55 am – 12.30 pm - Business Behaviour
VIP’s visit to Arab Country
Language and Names
Need to study Arabic?
“Please” and “Thank you”
Names of the Arabs
Titles and salutation
Preparations
Business cards
Your translator not theirs
Be on Time
The dress code
Getting past the gate
Calling on Arab associates (Office Behaviour)
Entering and Exiting
When and How to talk Business
Presentational Techniques
No one was in our Presentation !!
12.30pm – 1.30pm - Lunch
1.30 pm – 3.30 pm - Don’t you know: it’s Friday !?
Time & Timing
Are you a Friend or a Stranger?
Business is a personal affair
Business and Pleasure
Access and Power
Agenda
“One-liners” Opportunity
Power of Silence
Bargaining
The meaning of “No”
Concluding the “Deal”
Contractual obligations v. Personal trust
Selection of an Agent or a Sponsor
3.30pm – 3.45pm - Coffee Break
3.45pm – 5.30pm - The Arabs are coming to Singapore !!
Which Hotel - Old or new?
Visit Escort
Who pays for what?
Halal Food
Prayers and Prayers Rooms
5.30pm - End of Day
For Enquiries
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: 92740273
9.00 am – 10.30 am Personal Behaviour
The Body Language
Shaking hands with Men and Women
Holding hands
Kissing: WHOM TO KISS?
Exposed flesh
The soles of feet
Beckoning with fingers
Crossed legs
10.30am – 10.45am - Coffee break
10.45 am – 10.55am - A Film: Dnaneer
10.55 am – 12.30 pm - Business Behaviour
VIP’s visit to Arab Country
Language and Names
Need to study Arabic?
“Please” and “Thank you”
Names of the Arabs
Titles and salutation
Preparations
Business cards
Your translator not theirs
Be on Time
The dress code
Getting past the gate
Calling on Arab associates (Office Behaviour)
Entering and Exiting
When and How to talk Business
Presentational Techniques
No one was in our Presentation !!
12.30pm – 1.30pm - Lunch
1.30 pm – 3.30 pm - Don’t you know: it’s Friday !?
Time & Timing
Are you a Friend or a Stranger?
Business is a personal affair
Business and Pleasure
Access and Power
Agenda
“One-liners” Opportunity
Power of Silence
Bargaining
The meaning of “No”
Concluding the “Deal”
Contractual obligations v. Personal trust
Selection of an Agent or a Sponsor
3.30pm – 3.45pm - Coffee Break
3.45pm – 5.30pm - The Arabs are coming to Singapore !!
Which Hotel - Old or new?
Visit Escort
Who pays for what?
Halal Food
Prayers and Prayers Rooms
5.30pm - End of Day
For Enquiries
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: 92740273
Monday, May 19, 2008
Look at me, a film by Yousry Mansour
Look at me !!
a film by Yousry Mansour
Running Time : 21 minutes (approx.)
Dialogue : Malay, Mandarin and English
Subtitles : English
Shooting Format : Mini DV (PAL)
Screening Format : DVD / Mini DV / Digital BetaCam
Aspect Ratio : 4:3
Process : Color
Sound : Stereo
Year / Country of production : 2007 / Singapore
SYNOPSIS
During the school morning assembly, students pledge themselves as one united people, regardless of race, language or religion. “Look at me” is about the struggle of two young siblings to be recognized. Their determination to overcome physical disabilities, social problems, stereotyping and misconception. Their simple dreams are to achieve what others have taken for granted. All what they are looking for is an opportunity, and all what they are asking for is a chance, just like anyone else because they can just do, like everyone else.
Roselinda Hamid (Farah Ong) and her younger brother; Kadir Hamid (Ram Sia), are the children to a Malay Muslim Taxi Driver (Ahmad Yusuf) in the modern Singapore. The two siblings are taking extreme measures to be recognised. Roselinda has been trying to apply for her dream job. Not even one company had called her for an interview! But when she uses her Chinese mother's family surname to apply for a job, she is called for the interview, will she get the job?
Her brother, Kadir is a handicap child, struggling to be recognized. He insists on taking his own chance to ride the bicycle of his friend: Da Ming (Ryan Wong) with hands free, can he do it despite of his disability?
CAST
FARAH ONG as Roselinda
RAM SIA as Kadir
RYAN WONG as Da Ming
HANNAH YEO as The Teacher
CHRISTINA SERGEANT as Interview Lady 1
RICHARD TAN as Interview Man
GILLIAN TAN as Interview Lady 2
AHMAD YUSUF as The Father
IRENE ONG as The Mother
SITI NUR SHAFIQHAH as Student 1
JOLYN WONG as Student 2
KENNETH KWEK as Assembly Commander
EASTHER YAP as Rich Lady in the Toilet
CREW
PRODUCER : YOUSRY MANSOUR
DIRECTOR : YOUSRY MANSOUR
SCREEN WRITER : YOUSRY MANSOUR
DIALOGUE IN MALAY : JAMILAH ALKHATIB
DIALOGUE IN MANDARIN : TAMIM YOUSRY
DIRECTOR OF CINEMATOGRAPHY : EZZAT OMAR BIN-YAHYA
MUSIC COMPOSER : MUNIR ALSAGOFF
EDITOR : EZZAT OMAR BIN-YAHYA
SOUND ENGINEER : KAMSANI KAMIS
MAKE UP ARTIST : NOREHAN HARUN
ASSISTANT EDITOR : TAMIM YOUSRY
GAFFER : HAMIM HASHIM
ASSISTANT FILM DIRECTOR : GERALDINE LEE
CONTINUITY SUPERVISOR : YAHYA ALKHATIB
PRODUCED WITH SUPPORT OF SINGAPORE FILM COMMISSION
A PRODUCTION OF IDEA WORKS
SINGAPORE © 2007
For any enquiries, please contact:
Yousry Mansour
MOBILE PHONE: (65) 92740273
Email: yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT:
This film “Look at me” is inspired by real people whom I have met, in Singapore and else where through my life journey. The film is a whisper from those who are looking for opportunities to show their talents and capabilities. They only hope that others will not look at their weaknesses, their social orientation nor their religious believe before they are granted these opportunities.
For those who always enjoyed the fruits, remember it’s worth while to give some hope through opening doors of opportunities for the unfortunate and hopeless ones regardless of their race, faith, physical condition or orientation. However, in my film, it tells that those looking for opportunities should fight for that chance, grab it, ride the danger and take the risk, and eventually they will succeed.
a film by Yousry Mansour
Running Time : 21 minutes (approx.)
Dialogue : Malay, Mandarin and English
Subtitles : English
Shooting Format : Mini DV (PAL)
Screening Format : DVD / Mini DV / Digital BetaCam
Aspect Ratio : 4:3
Process : Color
Sound : Stereo
Year / Country of production : 2007 / Singapore
SYNOPSIS
During the school morning assembly, students pledge themselves as one united people, regardless of race, language or religion. “Look at me” is about the struggle of two young siblings to be recognized. Their determination to overcome physical disabilities, social problems, stereotyping and misconception. Their simple dreams are to achieve what others have taken for granted. All what they are looking for is an opportunity, and all what they are asking for is a chance, just like anyone else because they can just do, like everyone else.
Roselinda Hamid (Farah Ong) and her younger brother; Kadir Hamid (Ram Sia), are the children to a Malay Muslim Taxi Driver (Ahmad Yusuf) in the modern Singapore. The two siblings are taking extreme measures to be recognised. Roselinda has been trying to apply for her dream job. Not even one company had called her for an interview! But when she uses her Chinese mother's family surname to apply for a job, she is called for the interview, will she get the job?
Her brother, Kadir is a handicap child, struggling to be recognized. He insists on taking his own chance to ride the bicycle of his friend: Da Ming (Ryan Wong) with hands free, can he do it despite of his disability?
CAST
FARAH ONG as Roselinda
RAM SIA as Kadir
RYAN WONG as Da Ming
HANNAH YEO as The Teacher
CHRISTINA SERGEANT as Interview Lady 1
RICHARD TAN as Interview Man
GILLIAN TAN as Interview Lady 2
AHMAD YUSUF as The Father
IRENE ONG as The Mother
SITI NUR SHAFIQHAH as Student 1
JOLYN WONG as Student 2
KENNETH KWEK as Assembly Commander
EASTHER YAP as Rich Lady in the Toilet
CREW
PRODUCER : YOUSRY MANSOUR
DIRECTOR : YOUSRY MANSOUR
SCREEN WRITER : YOUSRY MANSOUR
DIALOGUE IN MALAY : JAMILAH ALKHATIB
DIALOGUE IN MANDARIN : TAMIM YOUSRY
DIRECTOR OF CINEMATOGRAPHY : EZZAT OMAR BIN-YAHYA
MUSIC COMPOSER : MUNIR ALSAGOFF
EDITOR : EZZAT OMAR BIN-YAHYA
SOUND ENGINEER : KAMSANI KAMIS
MAKE UP ARTIST : NOREHAN HARUN
ASSISTANT EDITOR : TAMIM YOUSRY
GAFFER : HAMIM HASHIM
ASSISTANT FILM DIRECTOR : GERALDINE LEE
CONTINUITY SUPERVISOR : YAHYA ALKHATIB
PRODUCED WITH SUPPORT OF SINGAPORE FILM COMMISSION
A PRODUCTION OF IDEA WORKS
SINGAPORE © 2007
For any enquiries, please contact:
Yousry Mansour
MOBILE PHONE: (65) 92740273
Email: yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT:
This film “Look at me” is inspired by real people whom I have met, in Singapore and else where through my life journey. The film is a whisper from those who are looking for opportunities to show their talents and capabilities. They only hope that others will not look at their weaknesses, their social orientation nor their religious believe before they are granted these opportunities.
For those who always enjoyed the fruits, remember it’s worth while to give some hope through opening doors of opportunities for the unfortunate and hopeless ones regardless of their race, faith, physical condition or orientation. However, in my film, it tells that those looking for opportunities should fight for that chance, grab it, ride the danger and take the risk, and eventually they will succeed.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
ARABIC LANGUAGE COURSES (2)
صباح الخير يا مصر
Egyptian Colloquial Arabic
Speak like an egyptian
LEARNING ARABIC LANGUAGE
FOR BEGINNERS
أتكلم زي المصري
تعلم اللغة العربية
للمبتدئين
إعداد و تدريس
يسري السيد منصور
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: +65 92740273
An Educational Program by KALIMAH Singapore.
KALIMAH, for the support of Arab Culture in Singapore
برنامج تعليمي بواسطة كلمة سنغافورة
كلمة ، لدعم الثقافة العربية في سنغافورة
COURSE OUTLINES
Arabs speak Arabic language with different ‘tongues’, different accents and different vocabularies. The regional dialects are the most informal type of Arabic. They fall into six main geographical regions: The Maghreb Arabic (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya); the Egyptian Arabic (Egypt); The Fertile Crescent Arabic (sometimes known as Levantine or Ash-shami which includes Palestine, Lebanon, Syria and Jordan); the Gulf Arabic (parts of Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and UAE); the Hijjaz & Yemen Arabic (parts of Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Hadaramout, and Eritrea) and the Sudanese Arabic (Sudan, Chad, and parts of Ethiopia).
Egyptian Arabic is spoken by more than 78 million Egyptians in Egypt as well as by immigrant Egyptian communities in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, North America and Australia. Among the varieties of spoken Arabic , Egyptian is the only one to have become a “lingua franca” in the Arabic-speaking world. It is considered by many as one of the most widely understood vernaculars throughout the Middle East for two main reasons: the proliferation and popularity of Egyptian films and other media in the region since the early 20th century; and the great number of Egyptian teachers and professors who were instrumental in setting up the education systems of many Arab countries, and who also taught there.
In Yemen, for example, non-Yemenite Arabic speakers are often automatically seen as "Egyptians" and many Yemenites have adapted their everyday speech to Egyptian Arabic by borrowing Egyptian words (such as ; kida 'like this'; kuwayyis 'well, or good') and occasionally Egyptian morphology. The same is true to varying degrees in Sudan, the Levant (particularly Palestine) and in Libya.
While Egyptian Arabic is mainly spoken, it is also, written in novels, plays, poems (vernacular literature) as well as in comics, advertising, some newspapers, and transcriptions of popular songs. Like other varities of Arabic, the Egyptian dialect is written in the Arabic alphabet.
This course aims at introducing Egyptian colloquial Arabic language to both Arabic and non-Arabic speaking people, through a Teaching Book, reading pieces of Egyptian literatures (poems, plays and songs) then singing together the famous hits of Egyptian songs.
The course combines printed materials of poems and plays in addition to other communication materials of Egyptian songs as an integral part of its teaching materials. It aims at enhancing listening, reading and speaking skills.
At the end of the course, students should be able not only to communicate with native Arabic speaking people at any Arab country when they speak like an Egyptian on day-to-day life situations but also, they will be able to sing in Arabic !
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Course, students will be able to:
♪ Recognize Arabic alphabets and Arabic numbers
♪ Communicate in Arabic language
♪ Speak like a native Egyptian
LESSON PLAN
As language is a tool for everyday living, this course attempts to introduce the students to Arabic through everyday situations, through which structures and grammar are introduced. The Book includes basic life situations such as: Self introduction, welcoming, getting acquainted with someone, asking about addresses, telephone numbers, street directions, dealing with money and shopping, etc.
Each Lesson includes a big variety of sections:
v Main DIALOGUE, in which the normal language used in a particular setting is introduced.
v GRAMMAR POINTS where all speech items used in the dialogue are explained.
v VOCABULARY where all new words in the lesson are listed and provided with transcription of the sounds in order to ensure the correct pronunciation.
v DRILLS which give the learners a further opportunity to practice what they have learned and to personalize it.
The Book is also provided with a glossary that is divided into three sections: Arabic-English, English-Arabic, and Classified Glossary.
COURSE REQUIREMENT (Who can attend this course?):
This course is designed for English-speaking adults who may wish to learn Egyptian Colloquial Arabic. Prior knowledge of Arabic language is not required.
CONTENTS
BEGINNERS LEVEL
Lesson 1 Speak like an Egyptian
Symbols 07
Consonants 07
Vowels 08
Good Morning 09
Grammar Points: Subject Pronouns 09
Possessive Pronouns 10
Question Word: What? 10
Vocabulary 10
Exercises 12
Lesson 2 Welcome Back 14
Grammar Points: Suffix Pronouns 14
Adjectives 15
Question Word: How? 15
Vocabulary 15
Exercises 17
Lesson 3 Welcome 21
Grammar Points: Subject Pronouns 21
Suffix Pronouns 22
Preposition: With 22
Vocabulary 22
Exercises 24
Lesson 4 Introduction 28
Grammar Points: Demonstratives 28
Possessive Pronouns 29
Prepositions: For 30
Question Word: Who? 30
Vocabulary 30
Exercises 32
Lesson 5 What’s her name? 41
Grammar Points: Preposition: In 41
Possessive Pronouns 42
Adjectives 42
The Definite Article 42
Vocabulary 43
Exercises 45
Lesson 6 From where? 49
Grammar Points 49 Nationalities 49
Professions 50
Prepositions: in, at, from 50
Question Word: Where from? 50
Vocabulary 51
Exercises 53
Lesson 7 Where do you stay? 56
Grammar Points: Subject Pronouns 56
Participles 57
Question Word: what (number)? How many?
And Where? 57
Adverbs 57
Numbers 58
The definite Article 59
Vocabulary 60
Exercises 63
Lesson 8 What’s there? 72
Grammar Points: Question Word 72
Negative Form 72
Noun Construct 73
Adjectives 74
Vocabulary 74
Exercises 76
Lesson 9 Telephone Number 80
Grammar Points: Participles 80
Prepositions: on, in, at 81
Adverbs 81
Numbers 81
Questions word: How many? 81
Polite Formulas 82
Vocabulary 82
Exercises 84
Lesson 10 Where exactly? 89
Grammar Points: Indicative Verb Forms 89
Imperatives 90
Ordinal Numbers 90
Question Word: which? 91
Polite Formulas 91
Vocabulary 91
Exercises 94
Lesson 11 In the Stationary Shop 99
Grammar Points: Question Word 99
Numbers 3-10 with Plurals 99
Numbers 3-10 without Plurals 100
Numbers above 100 101
Vocabulary 101
Exercises 105
Lesson 12 At The Grocer’s 110
Grammar Points: Noun Construct 110
Participles 111
Expressing Possession 111
Pronouns 112
Adverb of Place 113
Questions word: Whose?, Who? 113
Vocabulary 114
Exercises 118
Lesson 13 At The Fruit Seller 124
Grammar Points: Imperatives 124
Numbers: 3-10 without Plurals 125 Collective Nouns 125
Negative 126
Vocabulary 127
Exercises 129
Lesson 14 At The Green Grocer’s 133
Grammar Points: Negative Form 133
Adjectives 134
Nouns + Adjectives 135
Plurals Nouns 135
Imperatives 136
Polite Formulas 136
Vocabulary 137
Exercises 145
COURSE DURATION
60 Hours
COURSE FEES
I) Course Fees for individuals (1 - 4 persons):-
Fees are calculated at per hour per course, EXCLUDING all teaching materials (Printed Materials), teaching materials to be charged at $25 per person:
One person: S$ 150 per hour
Two persons to Three persons: S$ 130 per hour
Three persons to Four persons: S$ 110 per hour
II) Course Fees for Small Groups (5 - 10 persons):-
Fees are calculated at per hour per course, excluding teaching materials. Teaching Materials will be charged at $25 per person.
Five to Ten persons: S$ 100 per hour
III) Course Fees for Groups (11 - 20 persons):-
There will be an additional charge of $10 per person on top of the fees of small group (i.e. Course Fees for a Group of 15 persons = $100 + $50 per hour)
Excluding cost of teaching materials. Teaching Materials will be charged at $25 per person.
Additional charge per Person per Hour: S$ 10 (plus base fees of $100 per hour) (excluding teaching materials)
For Enquiries
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: +65 92740273
Egyptian Colloquial Arabic
Speak like an egyptian
LEARNING ARABIC LANGUAGE
FOR BEGINNERS
أتكلم زي المصري
تعلم اللغة العربية
للمبتدئين
إعداد و تدريس
يسري السيد منصور
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: +65 92740273
An Educational Program by KALIMAH Singapore.
KALIMAH, for the support of Arab Culture in Singapore
برنامج تعليمي بواسطة كلمة سنغافورة
كلمة ، لدعم الثقافة العربية في سنغافورة
COURSE OUTLINES
Arabs speak Arabic language with different ‘tongues’, different accents and different vocabularies. The regional dialects are the most informal type of Arabic. They fall into six main geographical regions: The Maghreb Arabic (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya); the Egyptian Arabic (Egypt); The Fertile Crescent Arabic (sometimes known as Levantine or Ash-shami which includes Palestine, Lebanon, Syria and Jordan); the Gulf Arabic (parts of Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and UAE); the Hijjaz & Yemen Arabic (parts of Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Hadaramout, and Eritrea) and the Sudanese Arabic (Sudan, Chad, and parts of Ethiopia).
Egyptian Arabic is spoken by more than 78 million Egyptians in Egypt as well as by immigrant Egyptian communities in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, North America and Australia. Among the varieties of spoken Arabic , Egyptian is the only one to have become a “lingua franca” in the Arabic-speaking world. It is considered by many as one of the most widely understood vernaculars throughout the Middle East for two main reasons: the proliferation and popularity of Egyptian films and other media in the region since the early 20th century; and the great number of Egyptian teachers and professors who were instrumental in setting up the education systems of many Arab countries, and who also taught there.
In Yemen, for example, non-Yemenite Arabic speakers are often automatically seen as "Egyptians" and many Yemenites have adapted their everyday speech to Egyptian Arabic by borrowing Egyptian words (such as ; kida 'like this'; kuwayyis 'well, or good') and occasionally Egyptian morphology. The same is true to varying degrees in Sudan, the Levant (particularly Palestine) and in Libya.
While Egyptian Arabic is mainly spoken, it is also, written in novels, plays, poems (vernacular literature) as well as in comics, advertising, some newspapers, and transcriptions of popular songs. Like other varities of Arabic, the Egyptian dialect is written in the Arabic alphabet.
This course aims at introducing Egyptian colloquial Arabic language to both Arabic and non-Arabic speaking people, through a Teaching Book, reading pieces of Egyptian literatures (poems, plays and songs) then singing together the famous hits of Egyptian songs.
The course combines printed materials of poems and plays in addition to other communication materials of Egyptian songs as an integral part of its teaching materials. It aims at enhancing listening, reading and speaking skills.
At the end of the course, students should be able not only to communicate with native Arabic speaking people at any Arab country when they speak like an Egyptian on day-to-day life situations but also, they will be able to sing in Arabic !
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Course, students will be able to:
♪ Recognize Arabic alphabets and Arabic numbers
♪ Communicate in Arabic language
♪ Speak like a native Egyptian
LESSON PLAN
As language is a tool for everyday living, this course attempts to introduce the students to Arabic through everyday situations, through which structures and grammar are introduced. The Book includes basic life situations such as: Self introduction, welcoming, getting acquainted with someone, asking about addresses, telephone numbers, street directions, dealing with money and shopping, etc.
Each Lesson includes a big variety of sections:
v Main DIALOGUE, in which the normal language used in a particular setting is introduced.
v GRAMMAR POINTS where all speech items used in the dialogue are explained.
v VOCABULARY where all new words in the lesson are listed and provided with transcription of the sounds in order to ensure the correct pronunciation.
v DRILLS which give the learners a further opportunity to practice what they have learned and to personalize it.
The Book is also provided with a glossary that is divided into three sections: Arabic-English, English-Arabic, and Classified Glossary.
COURSE REQUIREMENT (Who can attend this course?):
This course is designed for English-speaking adults who may wish to learn Egyptian Colloquial Arabic. Prior knowledge of Arabic language is not required.
CONTENTS
BEGINNERS LEVEL
Lesson 1 Speak like an Egyptian
Symbols 07
Consonants 07
Vowels 08
Good Morning 09
Grammar Points: Subject Pronouns 09
Possessive Pronouns 10
Question Word: What? 10
Vocabulary 10
Exercises 12
Lesson 2 Welcome Back 14
Grammar Points: Suffix Pronouns 14
Adjectives 15
Question Word: How? 15
Vocabulary 15
Exercises 17
Lesson 3 Welcome 21
Grammar Points: Subject Pronouns 21
Suffix Pronouns 22
Preposition: With 22
Vocabulary 22
Exercises 24
Lesson 4 Introduction 28
Grammar Points: Demonstratives 28
Possessive Pronouns 29
Prepositions: For 30
Question Word: Who? 30
Vocabulary 30
Exercises 32
Lesson 5 What’s her name? 41
Grammar Points: Preposition: In 41
Possessive Pronouns 42
Adjectives 42
The Definite Article 42
Vocabulary 43
Exercises 45
Lesson 6 From where? 49
Grammar Points 49 Nationalities 49
Professions 50
Prepositions: in, at, from 50
Question Word: Where from? 50
Vocabulary 51
Exercises 53
Lesson 7 Where do you stay? 56
Grammar Points: Subject Pronouns 56
Participles 57
Question Word: what (number)? How many?
And Where? 57
Adverbs 57
Numbers 58
The definite Article 59
Vocabulary 60
Exercises 63
Lesson 8 What’s there? 72
Grammar Points: Question Word 72
Negative Form 72
Noun Construct 73
Adjectives 74
Vocabulary 74
Exercises 76
Lesson 9 Telephone Number 80
Grammar Points: Participles 80
Prepositions: on, in, at 81
Adverbs 81
Numbers 81
Questions word: How many? 81
Polite Formulas 82
Vocabulary 82
Exercises 84
Lesson 10 Where exactly? 89
Grammar Points: Indicative Verb Forms 89
Imperatives 90
Ordinal Numbers 90
Question Word: which? 91
Polite Formulas 91
Vocabulary 91
Exercises 94
Lesson 11 In the Stationary Shop 99
Grammar Points: Question Word 99
Numbers 3-10 with Plurals 99
Numbers 3-10 without Plurals 100
Numbers above 100 101
Vocabulary 101
Exercises 105
Lesson 12 At The Grocer’s 110
Grammar Points: Noun Construct 110
Participles 111
Expressing Possession 111
Pronouns 112
Adverb of Place 113
Questions word: Whose?, Who? 113
Vocabulary 114
Exercises 118
Lesson 13 At The Fruit Seller 124
Grammar Points: Imperatives 124
Numbers: 3-10 without Plurals 125 Collective Nouns 125
Negative 126
Vocabulary 127
Exercises 129
Lesson 14 At The Green Grocer’s 133
Grammar Points: Negative Form 133
Adjectives 134
Nouns + Adjectives 135
Plurals Nouns 135
Imperatives 136
Polite Formulas 136
Vocabulary 137
Exercises 145
COURSE DURATION
60 Hours
COURSE FEES
I) Course Fees for individuals (1 - 4 persons):-
Fees are calculated at per hour per course, EXCLUDING all teaching materials (Printed Materials), teaching materials to be charged at $25 per person:
One person: S$ 150 per hour
Two persons to Three persons: S$ 130 per hour
Three persons to Four persons: S$ 110 per hour
II) Course Fees for Small Groups (5 - 10 persons):-
Fees are calculated at per hour per course, excluding teaching materials. Teaching Materials will be charged at $25 per person.
Five to Ten persons: S$ 100 per hour
III) Course Fees for Groups (11 - 20 persons):-
There will be an additional charge of $10 per person on top of the fees of small group (i.e. Course Fees for a Group of 15 persons = $100 + $50 per hour)
Excluding cost of teaching materials. Teaching Materials will be charged at $25 per person.
Additional charge per Person per Hour: S$ 10 (plus base fees of $100 per hour) (excluding teaching materials)
For Enquiries
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: +65 92740273
Arabic Language & Culture Courses (2)
Modern Standard Arabic
LIVING & WORKING WITH ARABS
LEARNING ARABIC LANGUAGE
&
SOCIAL CULTURE COURSE
FOR BEGINNERS
with BOOK & AUDIO VISUALS
المعيشة و العمل مع العــرب
للمبتدئين
بإستخدام الكتاب و الوسائل السمعية
إعداد و تدريس
يسري السيد منصور
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: 92740273
An Educational Program by KALIMAH Singapore.
KALIMAH, for the support of Arab Culture in Singapore
برنامج تعليمي بواسطة كلمة سنغافورة
كلمة ، من أجل دعم الثقافة العربية في سنغافورة
COURSE OUTLINES
Setting out to live, work or study in Arab country may evoke images of continued conflicts, rich societies, smell of oil, horror and terrorism. For many, it appears that going to an Arab country is a suicidal mission, or at least it may not be the rosiest prospect at all.
Nevertheless, Arab societies are famous for attracting people of different origins to live, work and settle there for generations. For example, there are many Singaporean families living happily, in some Arab countries for the past 20 years.
Our aim is to provide an easy entry into Arab societies for those who are going to be stationed in an Arab country for short or long periods, or even for those who intend to do business with Arabs by traveling into Arab countries more frequently.
The course which focuses on how to do business with Arabs will also include Modern History of Arab countries, the different societies of Arabs, Secularism and Religions in Arab countries, learning Arabic language through readings of Arabic daily newspapers, Arabic poems, and Arabic literature. Appreciation of Arab music, films and drama and along the way learning about Arab cuisines and have a taste of the Arab kitchen.
Have in mind that most Arabs will be very pleased with your attempts to speak their language, and you will get a bit closer to them, perhaps more so than other foreigners who do not try to learn at least a few phrases.
It is of utmost importance to learn about the Arab people, culture and history. The more you get to know the culture, the more your interest will be aroused, and the more motivation you will have to proceed with your life in Arab society.
As the course aims to introduce the culture and social life in an Arab society, it will involve ‘non-language’ signs, which are equally important in communicating and building bridges between different cultures. This course covers the unspoken rules to follow, to help you avoid making culture and social mistakes when you are meeting people from Arab countries or when you speak to a native Arabic speaking person.
The course OUTLINES (in short):-
· A Brief History of Arab countries
· The different Arab Countries
· Secularism and Religions in Arab countries
· Learning Arabic language (Modern Standard Arabic)
· Learn to speak like a native Arab
· Appreciation of Arab music, films and drama
· Appreciation of Arab cuisines
· Introduce the cultural and social life in an Arab society
· Learn ‘non-language’ signs in an Arab society
· Learn the unspoken rules of BEHAVIOR in business and social life
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Course, students will be able to:
1- Recognize Arabic alphabets and Arabic numbers
2- Speak, read and write basic Arabic words
3- Appreciate Arab culture, music and arts
4- Know the History and Geography of Arab countries
5- Understand the rules of Personal Behaviour in Arab society
6- Understand the rules of Business Behaviour in Arab country
LESSON PLAN
I) MODERN STANDARD ARABIC (LANGUAGE COURSE)
You will be provided with an Audio CD together with the printed manual. The Audio CD is to help the students pronounce Arabic words correctly. In addition, you will need to bring your own sound recording device to the class. Each lesson is organized along the same principle: paragraphs I and II introduce the vocabulary of the lesson audio-visually; i.e. the written words are being recorded on your sound recorder and translated into English in your own voice. This is followed by a similar presentation of text in paragraph III. Paragraph IV introduces the letters in the context of words in which they occur, and these are also to be recorded during the class. The following paragraph deal with grammatical exercises, listening comprehension, reading and pronunciation exercises and lastly, writing practice. Vocabulary, text and exercises which are recorded, are marked with symbol of audio tape. Vocabulary items and exercises are numbered in order to indicate the sequence. These numbers - first in English, later in Arabic, are written to the right or above each item.
At the beginning you are not expected to read the material in Arabic, and it is suggested that you just listen to the CD and associate the words with their meaning. The reading and pronunciation exercises are specifically designed to increase your reading skills and practice the sounds and symbols introduced in each lesson. Once you have completed the seven lessons (Beginners Level) you should be able to read, write and speak Arabic.
II) ARAB CULTURE
Every lesson will include part on Arab culture, you will learn about the history of the Arabs, who are the Arabs?, from where they originated? How many Arab countries today? you learn about their songs, watch films about their society, personal etiquette in Arab country, how to dine with Arabs? You will have a taste of their food and learn about their traditions.
III) BUSINESS BEHAVIOUR
Every lesson will include demonstration on how to avoid making social mistakes in Arab society, and code of behaviour in office, in meetings, doing presentations and negotiations. Lastly, how to arrange for a visit of Arab delegation to Singapore; which hotel, old or new, what food to eat?; Indian, Chinese or Malay cuisine?
COURSE REQUIREMENT (Who can attend this course?):
This course is designed for English-speaking adults who may wish to get familiar with Arab’s social and culture etiquette, in addition to learning Arabic language. Prior knowledge of Arabic language is not required.
LIVING & WORKING WITH ARABS (Beginners Level)
CONTENTS
Lesson 1 Arab Culture Who are the Arabs? C1
A Brief History, Geography – C10
The Wrong Perceptions C20
(Map of Middle East), Grouping Arabs C30
together (Map of Arab countries), C40
The League of Arab States, C50
Naming ‘the Gulf’? C60
(Map of Gulf Countries) C70
Lesson 2 Modern Standard Arabic
Peace be upon you 07
Vocabulary 08
The text 09
The Letters and their names: 10
Alif, ‘ayn, siin, nuun, taa, yaa, haa
waw, miim, haa, alif almad, laam, kaaf
al-kasra, al-fatha, al-sukuun, al-damma
Exercises 12
Reading 23
Pronunciation 24
Writing Practice
Lesson 3 Arab Culture
You already know a little Arabic A1
Arabic origins of English words A3
Discovering Arabic Language A4
Basic Arabic Grammar: All about Vowels
Diphthongs A6
All about Consonants A7
Lesson 4 Modern Standard Arabic
Good Evening 27
Vocabulary 28
The Text 29
New Letters: raa, daal, dhal, baa’ 30
Khaa, giim, yaa almad, haa’, taa’
Exercises 32
This (F) and This (M) 37
Who? 39
Exercises 41
Listening Comprehension 44
Reading Exercise 46
Pronunciation 48
Writing Practice 50
Lesson 5 Modern Standard Arabic
Here and There 53
Vocabulary 55
The Text 56
New Letters: saad, qaaf, faa’, shiin,
Ghayn, ttaa’, waaw almad, haa, thaa’
Exercises 60
Prepositions: On – Under 68
Exercises 69
Comprehension Practice 72
Reading Practice 74
Writing Practice 76
Lesson 6 Arab culture
Islam: The Code of Behaviour C80
Ten ways to Pick up Arabic QUICKLY B1
Sing it in Arabic (Songs)
Lesson 7 Modern Standard Arabic
Food and Drinks 77
Vocabulary 79
The Text 80
New Letters: Zaay, Daad 83
Exercises 83
Prepositions: beside, in front, behind 89
Exercises 90
Additions 91
Exercises 92
Comprehension Practice 99
Reading Practice 101
Writing Practice 104
Lesson 8 Arab Culture
Brief History of Arabs C90
Arab cuisine
Dinning with Arabs
Lesson 9 Modern Standard Arabic
Our Family 106
Vocabulary 109
The Text 110
New Letters: haa, dhaa’, giim, khaa’ 113
Exercises 113
The Dual Form 119
Exercises 120
Comprehension Practice 125
Reading Practice 129
Writing Practice 131
Lesson 10 Business Behaviour
Don’t you know it’s Friday D1
Islam the code of Behaviour D15
Personal Behaviour in Arab Society D25
Lesson 11 Modern Standard Arabic
What is in The Picture? 133
Vocabulary 135
The Text 137
New Letters: Exercises on previously learned 140
The Plural 145
Exercises 146
Comprehension Practice 156
Pronunciation Practice 158
Writing Practice 161
Lesson 12 Business Behaviour
The Don’ts D35
Business Behaviour D45
Video: Dubai in the 90th
Lesson 13 Modern Standard Arabic
Basic Arabic Grammar A11
Lesson 14 Arab Culture
Speak like a Native Arab
Scenes of Arab Movies
Lesson 15 Arab Culture
Knowing the Arab countries
Knowing the ruling families
Knowing important figures
COURSE DURATION
120 Hours
COURSE FEES
I) Course Fees for individuals (1 - 4 persons):-
Fees are calculated at per hour per course, exclusive of all teaching materials (Printed Materials + Audio CD), teaching materials will be charged at $50 per person:
One person: S$ 150 per hour
Two persons to Three persons: S$ 130 per hour
Three persons to Four persons: S$ 110 per hour
II) Course Fees for Small Groups (5 - 10 persons):-
Fees are calculated at per hour per course, excluding teaching materials. Teaching Materials will be charged at $50 per person.
Five to Ten persons: S$ 100 per hour
III) Course Fees for Groups (11 - 20 persons):-
There will be an additional charge of $10 per person on top of the fees of small group (i.e. Course Fees for a Group of 15 persons = $100 + $50 per hour)
Excluding cost of teaching materials. Teaching Materials will be charged at $50 per person.
Additional charge per Person per Hour: S$ 10 (plus base fees of $100 per hour) (excluding teaching materials)
For Enquiries
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: +65 92740273
LIVING & WORKING WITH ARABS
LEARNING ARABIC LANGUAGE
&
SOCIAL CULTURE COURSE
FOR BEGINNERS
with BOOK & AUDIO VISUALS
المعيشة و العمل مع العــرب
للمبتدئين
بإستخدام الكتاب و الوسائل السمعية
إعداد و تدريس
يسري السيد منصور
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: 92740273
An Educational Program by KALIMAH Singapore.
KALIMAH, for the support of Arab Culture in Singapore
برنامج تعليمي بواسطة كلمة سنغافورة
كلمة ، من أجل دعم الثقافة العربية في سنغافورة
COURSE OUTLINES
Setting out to live, work or study in Arab country may evoke images of continued conflicts, rich societies, smell of oil, horror and terrorism. For many, it appears that going to an Arab country is a suicidal mission, or at least it may not be the rosiest prospect at all.
Nevertheless, Arab societies are famous for attracting people of different origins to live, work and settle there for generations. For example, there are many Singaporean families living happily, in some Arab countries for the past 20 years.
Our aim is to provide an easy entry into Arab societies for those who are going to be stationed in an Arab country for short or long periods, or even for those who intend to do business with Arabs by traveling into Arab countries more frequently.
The course which focuses on how to do business with Arabs will also include Modern History of Arab countries, the different societies of Arabs, Secularism and Religions in Arab countries, learning Arabic language through readings of Arabic daily newspapers, Arabic poems, and Arabic literature. Appreciation of Arab music, films and drama and along the way learning about Arab cuisines and have a taste of the Arab kitchen.
Have in mind that most Arabs will be very pleased with your attempts to speak their language, and you will get a bit closer to them, perhaps more so than other foreigners who do not try to learn at least a few phrases.
It is of utmost importance to learn about the Arab people, culture and history. The more you get to know the culture, the more your interest will be aroused, and the more motivation you will have to proceed with your life in Arab society.
As the course aims to introduce the culture and social life in an Arab society, it will involve ‘non-language’ signs, which are equally important in communicating and building bridges between different cultures. This course covers the unspoken rules to follow, to help you avoid making culture and social mistakes when you are meeting people from Arab countries or when you speak to a native Arabic speaking person.
The course OUTLINES (in short):-
· A Brief History of Arab countries
· The different Arab Countries
· Secularism and Religions in Arab countries
· Learning Arabic language (Modern Standard Arabic)
· Learn to speak like a native Arab
· Appreciation of Arab music, films and drama
· Appreciation of Arab cuisines
· Introduce the cultural and social life in an Arab society
· Learn ‘non-language’ signs in an Arab society
· Learn the unspoken rules of BEHAVIOR in business and social life
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Course, students will be able to:
1- Recognize Arabic alphabets and Arabic numbers
2- Speak, read and write basic Arabic words
3- Appreciate Arab culture, music and arts
4- Know the History and Geography of Arab countries
5- Understand the rules of Personal Behaviour in Arab society
6- Understand the rules of Business Behaviour in Arab country
LESSON PLAN
I) MODERN STANDARD ARABIC (LANGUAGE COURSE)
You will be provided with an Audio CD together with the printed manual. The Audio CD is to help the students pronounce Arabic words correctly. In addition, you will need to bring your own sound recording device to the class. Each lesson is organized along the same principle: paragraphs I and II introduce the vocabulary of the lesson audio-visually; i.e. the written words are being recorded on your sound recorder and translated into English in your own voice. This is followed by a similar presentation of text in paragraph III. Paragraph IV introduces the letters in the context of words in which they occur, and these are also to be recorded during the class. The following paragraph deal with grammatical exercises, listening comprehension, reading and pronunciation exercises and lastly, writing practice. Vocabulary, text and exercises which are recorded, are marked with symbol of audio tape. Vocabulary items and exercises are numbered in order to indicate the sequence. These numbers - first in English, later in Arabic, are written to the right or above each item.
At the beginning you are not expected to read the material in Arabic, and it is suggested that you just listen to the CD and associate the words with their meaning. The reading and pronunciation exercises are specifically designed to increase your reading skills and practice the sounds and symbols introduced in each lesson. Once you have completed the seven lessons (Beginners Level) you should be able to read, write and speak Arabic.
II) ARAB CULTURE
Every lesson will include part on Arab culture, you will learn about the history of the Arabs, who are the Arabs?, from where they originated? How many Arab countries today? you learn about their songs, watch films about their society, personal etiquette in Arab country, how to dine with Arabs? You will have a taste of their food and learn about their traditions.
III) BUSINESS BEHAVIOUR
Every lesson will include demonstration on how to avoid making social mistakes in Arab society, and code of behaviour in office, in meetings, doing presentations and negotiations. Lastly, how to arrange for a visit of Arab delegation to Singapore; which hotel, old or new, what food to eat?; Indian, Chinese or Malay cuisine?
COURSE REQUIREMENT (Who can attend this course?):
This course is designed for English-speaking adults who may wish to get familiar with Arab’s social and culture etiquette, in addition to learning Arabic language. Prior knowledge of Arabic language is not required.
LIVING & WORKING WITH ARABS (Beginners Level)
CONTENTS
Lesson 1 Arab Culture Who are the Arabs? C1
A Brief History, Geography – C10
The Wrong Perceptions C20
(Map of Middle East), Grouping Arabs C30
together (Map of Arab countries), C40
The League of Arab States, C50
Naming ‘the Gulf’? C60
(Map of Gulf Countries) C70
Lesson 2 Modern Standard Arabic
Peace be upon you 07
Vocabulary 08
The text 09
The Letters and their names: 10
Alif, ‘ayn, siin, nuun, taa, yaa, haa
waw, miim, haa, alif almad, laam, kaaf
al-kasra, al-fatha, al-sukuun, al-damma
Exercises 12
Reading 23
Pronunciation 24
Writing Practice
Lesson 3 Arab Culture
You already know a little Arabic A1
Arabic origins of English words A3
Discovering Arabic Language A4
Basic Arabic Grammar: All about Vowels
Diphthongs A6
All about Consonants A7
Lesson 4 Modern Standard Arabic
Good Evening 27
Vocabulary 28
The Text 29
New Letters: raa, daal, dhal, baa’ 30
Khaa, giim, yaa almad, haa’, taa’
Exercises 32
This (F) and This (M) 37
Who? 39
Exercises 41
Listening Comprehension 44
Reading Exercise 46
Pronunciation 48
Writing Practice 50
Lesson 5 Modern Standard Arabic
Here and There 53
Vocabulary 55
The Text 56
New Letters: saad, qaaf, faa’, shiin,
Ghayn, ttaa’, waaw almad, haa, thaa’
Exercises 60
Prepositions: On – Under 68
Exercises 69
Comprehension Practice 72
Reading Practice 74
Writing Practice 76
Lesson 6 Arab culture
Islam: The Code of Behaviour C80
Ten ways to Pick up Arabic QUICKLY B1
Sing it in Arabic (Songs)
Lesson 7 Modern Standard Arabic
Food and Drinks 77
Vocabulary 79
The Text 80
New Letters: Zaay, Daad 83
Exercises 83
Prepositions: beside, in front, behind 89
Exercises 90
Additions 91
Exercises 92
Comprehension Practice 99
Reading Practice 101
Writing Practice 104
Lesson 8 Arab Culture
Brief History of Arabs C90
Arab cuisine
Dinning with Arabs
Lesson 9 Modern Standard Arabic
Our Family 106
Vocabulary 109
The Text 110
New Letters: haa, dhaa’, giim, khaa’ 113
Exercises 113
The Dual Form 119
Exercises 120
Comprehension Practice 125
Reading Practice 129
Writing Practice 131
Lesson 10 Business Behaviour
Don’t you know it’s Friday D1
Islam the code of Behaviour D15
Personal Behaviour in Arab Society D25
Lesson 11 Modern Standard Arabic
What is in The Picture? 133
Vocabulary 135
The Text 137
New Letters: Exercises on previously learned 140
The Plural 145
Exercises 146
Comprehension Practice 156
Pronunciation Practice 158
Writing Practice 161
Lesson 12 Business Behaviour
The Don’ts D35
Business Behaviour D45
Video: Dubai in the 90th
Lesson 13 Modern Standard Arabic
Basic Arabic Grammar A11
Lesson 14 Arab Culture
Speak like a Native Arab
Scenes of Arab Movies
Lesson 15 Arab Culture
Knowing the Arab countries
Knowing the ruling families
Knowing important figures
COURSE DURATION
120 Hours
COURSE FEES
I) Course Fees for individuals (1 - 4 persons):-
Fees are calculated at per hour per course, exclusive of all teaching materials (Printed Materials + Audio CD), teaching materials will be charged at $50 per person:
One person: S$ 150 per hour
Two persons to Three persons: S$ 130 per hour
Three persons to Four persons: S$ 110 per hour
II) Course Fees for Small Groups (5 - 10 persons):-
Fees are calculated at per hour per course, excluding teaching materials. Teaching Materials will be charged at $50 per person.
Five to Ten persons: S$ 100 per hour
III) Course Fees for Groups (11 - 20 persons):-
There will be an additional charge of $10 per person on top of the fees of small group (i.e. Course Fees for a Group of 15 persons = $100 + $50 per hour)
Excluding cost of teaching materials. Teaching Materials will be charged at $50 per person.
Additional charge per Person per Hour: S$ 10 (plus base fees of $100 per hour) (excluding teaching materials)
For Enquiries
YOUSRY ELSAYED MANSOUR
yousrysing@yahoo.com.sg
Mobile: +65 92740273
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