Social, literacy and cultural study of the modern Arab societies. Introduction to the peoples and culture of the Arab world as reflected in language and literature. Discussion of linguistic variations as well as differences in cultural habits and practices. Literature, television and culture will form the basis of discussions on major themes. Reading will include novels, newspapers articles and short stories. The course will be taught in English. (CSU/UC)Â (AA/AS-C, CSU-C2, IGETC-3B)