Laila Taik - Teaching Arabic in America

The transcript details the experiences of a Moroccan EFL teacher participating in the TCLP Arabic exchange program in Brooklyn. The teacher shares challenges and successes in teaching Arabic as a critical language, emphasizing cultural exchange and the use of technology in education. The teacher also highlights collaborative projects that connect students from the USA and Morocco, fostering cultural understanding. The experience has been enriching, contributing to professional development and leaving a lasting impact through curriculum development.

What is the primary role of the teacher at Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy High School?

• Teaching English as a Foreign Language

• Teaching Arabic as a critical language

• Teaching French as a second language

• Teaching Spanish as a critical language

What is one of the challenges the teacher faced when starting to teach Arabic?

• Teaching students from scratch

• Students' lack of interest

• Limited classroom resources

• Lack of teaching materials

How does the teacher incorporate Moroccan culture into her teaching?

• By teaching Moroccan history

• By conducting virtual tours of Morocco

• By organizing online webinars

• By sharing Moroccan traditions and food

What platform does the teacher use to facilitate cultural exchange between students in the USA and Morocco?

• Google Classroom

• Flipgrid

• Skype

• Zoom

What is the purpose of the Collaborative Culture Exchange project?

• To improve students' writing skills

• To promote cultural understanding and language learning

• To organize cultural festivals

• To develop new teaching materials

What recognition has the teacher received for her innovative teaching methods?

• Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert

• Adobe Education Leader

• Google Certified Educator

• Apple Distinguished Educator

What lasting contribution does the teacher hope to leave behind?

• A cultural exchange program

• A new teaching method

• A language learning app

• An Arabic curriculum