Imam Ad-Dani (ra): Children's Intensive Qur`anic Program
Cordova Academy Program Code: JWD
Degree Awarded: Certificate, possible Ijazah
Duration: 2-3 years of continuous courses
Fees: Currently set at $170 per course
Academic Department: Department of Scriptural Sciences- Youth Division
Contact telephone: 1-613-276-1591
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Program Description Named in honor of one of the greatest scholars of Tajwid, Imam Abi 'Amr Ad-Dani, and developed by Cordova Academy’s instructors over the course of fifteen years, the Children’s Intensive Qur`anic Program is a unique program in many ways. It is designed to teach children with zero knowledge of Classical Arabic to read Classical Arabic with ease, to recite the Qur`an with fluency and proper pronunciation according to the rules of Tajwid, and finally, to complete the memorization of the Qur`an.The Children’s Intensive Qur`anic Program is completed in four stages. The first three stages last three months each, and the final stage of memorization of the Qur`an will usually take one-and-a-half to two years to complete. The required commitment for students is mandatory class attendance for one hour a week (currently on Saturday mornings). In addition, during the week, students must commit at least one hour a day for study and review. Students and parents who are dedicated to following the program should expect to complete the program within two to three years.
Prerequisites None. This program is intended for children with no previous knowledge of the Arabic language, with exception to Levels 2-4, placement testing would be required.Note however that the minimum age for children enrolled in this course is three years of age.
Detailed Program Description:
JWD901Level One (3 months): Basic Reading and Writing Students will become acquainted with the Arabic Alphabet: all possible forms/shapes of each letter, the sound it makes, and how to write it. Proper pronunciation, knowledge of points of articulation and fluent elocution shall be stressed. Read More!
JWD902Level Two (3 months): Elementary Reading and Writing Students should, at this point have proficient knowledge and grasp of the entire Classical Arabic alphabets, their various forms and correct pronunciation. All vowel sounds and signs used to read the Arabic language; short and long vowels will be taught, with examples. All words taught are accompanied by their respective meaning in the English language, to assist students by laying the foundation for future learning of the Classical Arabic language. Finally, students will begin to read short Arabic words as practical application of what they have learnt. The course will conclude with the gradual reading of classical phrases of moderate and intermediate levels. Read More!
JWD903Level Three (3 months): Intermediate Reading and WritingBy this stage students will be able to read most words. Their reading fluency will be further developed through extensive reading practice of longer phrases and prose of Classical Arabic works towards the eventual goal of reading directly from the Mus-haf (Qur`an) in Stage three. In addition, students will continue to develop their vocabulary during this stage. Read More!
JWD904Level Four (3 months): Reading from the Qur`anDuring this stage, students will spend three months reading directly from the Qur`an. In addition, basic rules of Tajwid will also be taught to students, largely through auditory means, namely listening and repetition, rather than detailed memorization of rules which are difficult for children to grasp. Read More!
JWD905Level Five (1.5-2 years): Memorization of the Entire Qur`anThis stage is considered the longest and most important stage of the program, during which students complete the memorization of the entire Qur`an under the supervision of qualified teachers. Every week, students will be given recordings of the Qur`an recited by a master of Tajwid with several authentic certifications of mastery and chains of transmission which link him back to the Messenger of God (peace be upon him) and qualify him to transmit the Qur`an. Students will be instructed to listen to these recordings and then recite and memorize them in the same manner. Finally, their recitation will be revised and corrected during the weekly class. After the conclusion of their memorization, the students will be tested by the Master of Tajwid with the chance of attaining a tradition Ijazah (certification of mastery) of the Qur`an. Read More!
Entry Requirements English language: Candidates must be proficient in the English language, which is the language of instruction and examination at the Academy.
Coursework and Assessment Nearly all Classical Arabic course units are assessed by a combination of oral and written examinations.
Accreditation Certificate and possible Ijazah in Tajwid.
Personal Attention Each teacher is assigned a minimum of 2 assistants to ensure more one on one assistance and personal attention for students.