Live, online Arabic lessons for all ages

Independent Group Classes

Ideal for Homeschool Pods, Families, or Friends Learning Together

Critical Language Service, American second grade students gathered together for online Arabic lesson with their teacher in Egypt.

Personalized Instruction

Learn Arabic with a live, qualified teacher, and classmates in a location flexible, but highly interactive format.

Program Details

Live, Interactive, Fun and Effective Arabic Classes for Groups in Any Location

Critical Language Service offers an innovative approach to Arabic language learning, allowing groups of students to gather in almost any location—or even multiple locations—to participate in live classes taught by qualified Arabic instructors via Zoom.

This format is ideal for families, homeschool groups, learning pods, and any 2 or more students who wish to learn Arabic together.

All essential course materials, except for physical textbooks, are provided online through the Canvas learning management system. Our program is designed to accommodate mixed age groups, with students as young as five years old welcome to join.

The curriculum is flexible, with customized learning paths tailored to the unique needs of each class. Students have the option to take exams, and upon course completion, each student receives a PDF report card detailing their performance in homework assignments, projects, quizzes, and exams.

Effective Arabic Learning

Consistent, Immersive Language Education

Classes are scheduled according to an agreed-upon timetable and are taught by a regular, native Arabic-speaking instructor. Most independent groups opt for 2 to 3 hours of study per week, translating to 8 to 12 hours per month, with additional homework assignments completed using Critical Language Service's online materials between lessons.

Enrollment is flexible, allowing students to sign up on a monthly basis, providing the freedom to take breaks as needed. For smaller classes with fewer than five students, three hours of weekly lessons can be as effective as meeting five times a week in a traditional language class.

Specialists in Online Education

Incorporating Arabic into Your Schedule

Critical Language Service's highly qualified teachers specialize in online instruction, providing students with an immersive language experience. Because the teachers live and work from their home countries, they provide a global connection that enriches the learning environment and offers students a broader perspective on Arabic language and culture.

Lesson time is highly interactive. Teachers teach from specialized studios that allow them to be fully visible from the waist up and able to move and use body language to enhance their teaching. Similarly students are encouraged to move and engage in role plays, games and other physical learning activities with their teacher and each other.

Between lessons students are expected to use the digital learning materials in their Canvas course. These materials include video skits, cartoons for language learners, games, stories, listening materials, grammar tutorials and more. These materials assist students in both practicing lesson materials and in self paced lesson preparation.

Tailored Programs for All Ages

Customizable Courses for Every Educational Level

Critical Language Service's programs cater to students from kindergarten through college and beyond, with materials and teaching methods tailored to different age groups.

Graded and ungraded options are available. Graded courses include regular assessments and exams, with grades based on exams, homework, projects, and class participation.

See our Curriculum and Sample Materials pages for more details and video examples of how we use these materials with real students.

Key Features of Our Arabic Language Programs

  • Age-Specific Curriculum: Customized for various educational levels.
  • University-Level Courses: Available for ages 12 and up.
  • Flexible Assessment Options: Choose between graded and ungraded pathways.
  • Internationally-Recognized Materials: Standards-based textbooks and resources.
  • Curriculum Alignment: Aligned with ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) standards.
  • Proficiency Exam Guidance: Students receive guidance on preparing for independent proficiency exams based on ACTFL and CEFR frameworks.
  • Tech-Integrated Learning: Efficient use of online platforms for a comprehensive educational experience.
  • Comprehensive Skill Development: Communicative and story based approach focuses on developing skills in speaking then reading, and writing in Arabic.

Personalized Support for Student Success

Ensuring Every Learner Thrives

At Critical Language Service, we are dedicated to the success of every student. Our tech-integrated curriculum, combined with personalized support, ensures that each learner receives the guidance and resources they need to excel in Arabic.

In the words of one of our past students, "[With Critical Language Service], learning Arabic is not nearly as hard as people make it out to be. Everything is there for you and very geared towards anyone with the will to do it."

Enrollment

Enrollment is on a monthly basis, with tuition due before the first of the month. Prices vary depending on the number of students in a class and hours per week of study. They start at 300 USD for two students meeting for 8 hours per month, or 150 USD per month, per student. To see more price Click here to see our current rates.

*We are currently an accredited vendor with Granite Mountain Charter School, and students of this school can apply their funds to our classes. If you are a homeschool or charter school group, it may be possible for us to become accredited providers for your school as well.

Student Reviews

Salsabil, Homeschool Student

Studying in a small group is so much more fun than one-on-one lessons. I like working in pairs, planning dialogues with my sisters and sharing them. Also, having class online is a big plus because we don't always need to be at home for class or even all together in one place.

Jenna, Homeschool Student

Everything is flexible when you study online and apart from the benefit of the Zoom lessons, the course is combined with other programs so you get a really excellent combination of learning methods and resources. I am learning a lot through the classes!

Credit and Accreditation

Although we are not currently accredited and cannot independently grant credit for Arabic courses, we can assist students in taking proficiency exams that may qualify for high school or college credit.

Key Points
$300/Month +
60 Min. Classes
Fusha & Dialects
Ages 5 & Up

Registration Process

We work with you to teach you Arabic on your schedule.

Contact Us

Interested in our Arabic lessons? Ready to start your own journey? Contact us today! Simply send us an email with the student’s details, including their background, goals, age, previous experience (if any), time zone, preferred lesson schedule, and availability for a Zoom meeting. Feel free to include any questions you have. Let’s begin your Arabic learning experience!

Pre-intake Meeting

Keep an eye on your inbox for an email from one of our team, which should arrive shortly. This email will include answers to your questions and an invitation to a pre-intake Zoom meeting at one of the times you suggested.

During this meeting, we’ll discuss your goals and background, and you’ll receive guidance on how to prepare for a trial lesson. We’ll also schedule a date and time for your trial lesson with one of Critical Language Service’s Arabic teachers. If you don’t receive a response within 48 hours, please check your spam folder.

Study with Prep Materials

At Critical Language Service, we use a Flipped Learning approach. This method allows students to engage with interactive study materials before the lesson, replacing traditional lectures.

This ensures that class time is dedicated to active and interactive learning. To get the most out of your trial lesson, it’s crucial to spend at least 2 hours reviewing the assigned materials in the days leading up to it.

Free Trial Lesson

Get ready for your first lesson! About 5 to 10 minutes before your scheduled time, you’ll receive a Zoom meeting invite via email. Simply click the link to join the session. Once the lesson begins, you’ll engage directly with your Arabic teacher, with most interactions conducted in Arabic—even for beginners.

For students who have reviewed the prep materials, the limited use of English won’t be an issue. As the lesson concludes, you’ll have a chance to meet with our director to discuss your experience and explore signing up for ongoing lessons. Lesson prices vary based on class size and weekly hours of instruction. Our current prices are listed on the pricing page of this website.

Choose class days and times

Our director will work with you to schedule your regular lessons at times that suit you. These lessons will follow the agreed-upon schedule. Students can choose to attend classes from a single room with the teacher on one monitor, or from different locations with each student logging in on their own device.

Start Classes

Start speaking Arabic from day one with our immersive classes, where teachers speak Arabic 90% of the time. Students will access course materials through Canvas, our learning management system. The link for each day’s class is posted on Canvas 5 to 10 minutes before the session begins. Regardless of the class format, it’s important for students to have a touch-screen device, like an iPad or tablet, to access lesson materials and use as a writing tablet during lessons.

Classes are available on a monthly basis with payment due before the start of each new month. We understand that sometimes plans change, and you may need to cancel or reschedule a class. To do so, provide written notice at least 24 hours before the scheduled lesson. Make-up lessons must be completed within the same month in which the lessons are missed.