Yalla Yalla! is an innovative and effective method to start learning the Arabic language. Yalla Yalla! Part 1 takes you halfway to level A1. You will learn how to greet and thank people, and have simple conversations about yourself and your family. You will also learn how to read and write simple texts.
There is a significant difference between written and spoken Arabic. Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) is used for reading and writing, but in everyday life, a dialect derived from MSA is used. In Dutch, this method consists of a textbook, a workbook, a writing practice guide (all aimed at MSA) and three dialect supplements. The textbook and workbook contain dialogues, listening activities, reading texts, explanations of grammar, the Arabic alphabet and culture, and glossaries. Audio and visual materials and additional practice materials can be found on the method's accompanying website. If you do not have any knowledge of the Dutch language, this English translation of the workbook is available to help you get started with Yalla Yalla!
Yalla Yalla! is intended for adult education but is also suitable for secondary education. The books can also be used for self-study.
Josien Boetje and Mariska Keizer Verbeek both graduated from the ILO and have extensive experience teaching the Arabic language. Josien taught at Utrecht University, language institutes, and independently at Josien Boetje Educatie. Josien currently works at the Teacher Training Program at the Archimedes Institute (Utrecht University of Applied Sciences). Mariska teaches at Utrecht University.
