Christopher: Paterson tutor
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I am an Arabic language enthusiast and coach. My qualifications include a Foundational Certificate in Arabic-English translation, a Professional Diploma in Arabic-English Media Translation, and a Graduate Diploma in Middle East Studies from the The American University in Cairo, together with nearly a decade of living and studying in the Arab world. I offer Arabic language students a practical approach to navigating the complexities of the Arabic language. My approach centers on fostering a learning environment which gradually builds the student's confidence to use the language, an essential component of language acquisition. I take pride in tailoring my lessons to meet each student's unique needs, ensuring they not only learn but also engage with the cultural context of the language. My background in Middle East Studies and years of experience living in the Arab world enrich my teaching, allowing me to provide insights into the Arabic language without losing sight of its social context. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading, listening to music, and following audio-visual media (podcasts, documentaries, movies, etc.) in standard Arabic and some its Middle Eastern dialects, not to mention content in my other languages (English, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese).
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Degree: Mount Saint Mary's University, Emmitsburg, MD - Bachelor's, Spanish and History
Degree: The American University in Cairo - Master's/Graduate, Middle East Studies (Graduate Diploma
Degree: The American University in Cairo - Master's/Graduate, Arabic-English Translation (Foundational Certificate)
Degree: The American University in Cairo - Master's/Graduate, Arabic-English Media Translation (Professional Diploma)
Travel is one of my passions. I have visited many countries in Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa as well as a few countries in Asia. In addition, I have spent time living in Brazil, Egypt, El Salvador, Jordan, Mexico, Morocco, South Africa, and Spain. I especially enjoy sharing what I learned from these experiences with others. I also enjoy learning about and discussing the history and culture of the areas where I have spent time and speak the local language. Much of my Arabic reading in recent years focused on the social, cultural, economic, religious and political affairs of Egypt from the early 20th century until today. I have also read several books written in Egyptian dialect that portray life in contemporary Egypt. The podcasts I follow include a history program from Spain and news programs from NPR, The Economist, and Foreign Policy. I also follow Arabic language programs on current affairs from several countries. When I find time to give my full attention to AV content, I follow a few Egyptian intellectuals on YouTube as well as documentaries and other programs in Arabic on topics such as religion and politics in contemporary Arab society, Middle Eastern history, migration, the environment, and various cultural topics. Finally, I enjoy listening to several genres of music including classic rock, hard rock, metal, grunge, alternative rock, Brazilian Popular Music (MPB), rock en español, and other types of Latin and Middle Eastern music.
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