• Muhammad Arif Hazim

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Arabic as a foreign language in Afghan context particularly of Nangarhar University, which is the largest public institution of higher learning has long history of teaching. The study discusses the methods of teaching Arabic as foreign language. The paper also examines the role of multimedia in enhancing the traditional methods (Chalk and Talk) of Arabic in Afghanistan. The study further explores the importance of Arabic language in Afghanistan. The paper is based on library research and the personal teaching experience of researcher. The study suggests some practical guidelines for both teachers and students of Arabic language. For instructor, it suggests ways for effective teaching and further introduced tips for learners to grasp the Arabic language quite faster. The paper also compares the implementation of the Grammar Translation Method (GTM) and Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) at the NU Department of Arabic. It is found that GTM and CLT under the eclectic approach should be used to help students in both accuracy and fluency.

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