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Rafif
- Rate £329
- Response 1h

£329/hr
1st lesson free
- Arabic
- Arabic reading
- Arabic vocabulary
- Arabic listening
- Accent reduction - Arabic
Native and Certified, graduate-level educator offering expert Arabic instruction (pre-K to adult), linguistic consultation, and translation with 10+ years experience in MSA, Levantine, and Gulf dialec
- Arabic
- Arabic reading
- Arabic vocabulary
- Arabic listening
- Accent reduction - Arabic
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About Rafif
I am a certified, graduate-level Arabic instructor with extensive experience teaching learners across all age groups, from pre-K students to adults. I provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to Arabic language instruction that develops reading, writing, speaking, listening, and cultural competence. Whether working with beginners or advanced learners, I tailor my instruction to meet individual needs and learning goals, ensuring meaningful and measurable progress. In addition to teaching, I offer professional translation and linguistic consultation services grounded in academic training and practical experience.
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- Early Childhood Care & Development
- Primary
- Lower Secondary
- +19
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Early Childhood Care & Development
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Senior Secondary
Adult Education
Higher Education
Post Secondary Education
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- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I use the **PPP method (Presentation–Practice–Production)** as a structured and learner-centered approach in my Arabic instruction, especially when introducing new vocabulary, grammatical concepts, or communicative functions.
During the **presentation stage**, I introduce new language in a clear and meaningful context. I model correct pronunciation, explain key grammatical structures—such as verb forms, gender agreement, or sentence patterns—and highlight essential vocabulary. I often use visual aids, short dialogues, real-life scenarios, and culturally relevant examples to support comprehension. When appropriate, I strategically scaffold using students’ prior knowledge while maintaining a focus on Arabic, allowing learners to understand both the form and the meaning of the language.
In the **practice stage**, I guide students through controlled activities that allow them to apply the new language with support. I incorporate structured exercises such as repetition drills, sentence-building tasks, guided conversations, and short written activities. At this stage, I provide immediate feedback and correction, which is especially important for Arabic due to its unique phonological system, morphology, and script. My goal here is to help students build accuracy and confidence in a low-risk environment.
In the **production stage**, I encourage students to use the language more independently and creatively. I design activities such as role-plays, short presentations, storytelling, or written responses that reflect real-life communicative situations. I shift my focus from strict accuracy to fluency, allowing students to take ownership of their language use while offering selective feedback.
Overall, I find the PPP method effective because it allows me to gradually move students from guided learning to meaningful communication. It provides structure while still giving learners the opportunity to engage authentically with Arabic, supporting both linguistic development and confidence in real-world language use.
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Rate
- £329
Pack prices
- 5h: £1,645
- 10h: £3,289
online
- £329/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Rafif will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30mins
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