Introduction to Somali Language

Course Information Name: Introduction to Somali Language: Novice Beginner Instructor: Anse Khadra Momamed Dates: Apr. 18 - May. 16 Schedule: Sat. 2:00 - 3:30 pm and Thur. 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Cost: $75 Age Group: Ladies 17+ Course Description: Students will develop foundational listening, speaking, reading and basic writing skills in Somali. The course emphasizes everyday communication, culturally appropriate language use, and essential vocabulary. By the end of the beginner module, students will be able to engage in simple conversations, introduce themselves, describe familiar people and objects and demonstrate an introductory understanding of Somali language. Objectives Listening: students listen to simple dialogues and classroom instructions and participate in small group discussions. Speaking: Students discuss themselves and their own lives, as well as other basic cultural topics. Reading: Students analyze the content of Af - Soomaali 1, 2, 3, 4 books and other short texts. Writing: Students write short compositions, letters, journal entries, and short descriptions. Grammatical Topics: gender, articles, subject pronouns, present tense, negation patterns, commands Vocabulary Topics: greetings and expressions of courtesy, numbers, family vocabulary, house and furniture vocabulary, descriptive adjectives, daily routines and activities, food vocabulary Culture: Students acquire cultural information for the purpose of understanding and appreciating the language, practices, and perspectives of Somali cultures. **Topics include , family structures and , customs of daily life, Topics: Education Family structures Values Customs of daily life Identifying Core Values and Anger Triggers Culinary traditions And more! Please email classes@rabata.org for any questions.