CIEE: Amman - Language and Culture

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The program is designed for students who have an interest in Jordan and the Middle East. Courses are offered in the areas of Arabic language, anthropology, history, economics, literature, religion, archaeology, environment, political science, and the media. This program is very suitable for a student who would... More

Provider: CIEE
Location(s): Amman, Jordan
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Paige C.

03/15/2012

Jordan: Time Of My Life!

My experience was defiantly worthwhile. People stereotype Muslims and Middle Eastern countries because of 9/11, but from meeting the people and living in Jordan - it was nothing like the media portrays it. Jordanian's are very nice and welcoming - they love teaching Arabic and learning English! I traveled to other countries whil...

Rachel C.

03/04/2012

Ciee Jordan Is A Great Place To Get More Arabic And Cultural Understanding

definitely.

Chip W.

01/06/2012

All That Is Gold Does Not Glitter In Jordan

This experience was very challenging and pushed me to my limits in a lot of ways, but it was one that I would not trade for staying for another semester at home. The chance to explore a part of the world that is undergoing some of the most historic change for centuries, meeting and talking to people as it's happening, feeling t...

Amalee E.

10/02/2011

Amman, Jordan Ciee Lang & Cult. Review 2011

Yeah, its not to get out and see the world. Jordan is a good country to do that in because it has a lot to offer. Hospitality, beautiful landscapes, good food and a bussling country in the middle of change.

Sam22

07/07/2011

Ciee Amman, Jordan

I was not happy with the way the CIEE office worked and related to the students. But the teachers were great. It is a vary different experiences to hear familiar classes taught from a different cultures perspective.

Olivia P.

03/05/2011

Jordan: It's Probably Your Best Option For Studying Arabic

I loved my experience but it taught me that I don't want to spend my life in the Middle East. And that I shouldn't have majored in International Relations. I learned so much about the culture and I definitely broadened my world view. And the food was the best ever.