Arabic Orthography

Curriculum details

Strand

Writing (Strand 4)

Sub-strand

Arabic Orthography (4.1)

Content standard

3.4.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Modern Arabic orthographic system with the exceptions and deviations from the established spelling rules. 3.4.1.LO.1 Identify the exceptional spelling and reading rules of words whose word-final is pronounced alif but written yaa

Indicator

3.4.1.LI.1 - Apply the spelling and reading rules on words whose word-final is pronounced alif but written yaa.

Suggested placement

Semester 2, Week 12 (Week 32 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference

NaCCA curriculum document, p. 330

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Project-Based, Research-Based Learning, Question-Answer Relationship Strategy, Think-Pair Share Activities: Learners are taken through the reading and writing rules on words whose yaa at word-final is pronounced alif. Learners are then asked to state the rules that explain such conversion.
أعطى اصطفى معطى مصطفى سعى قضى رمى شكى
GESI-sensitive class management:
- Sitting arrangement with fair visibility for all learners.
- Appropriate audio levels for various hearing challenges.
- Group learning with equal participation and mentorship.
- Appropriate choice of words conscious of the feelings of others.
- Self-control in managing emotions and social awareness.

Assessment (3.4.1.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall; Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Textbooks and Reading materials for Arabic Short Story.
- Projector.
- Flash cards.
- Audio-visual materials.