Research into Practice

Study of Arabic Language Programs (SALP)

The Study of Arabic Language Programs (SALP), a first-of-its-kind research initiative, will map the current landscape of Arabic language education to highlight the realities of Arabic education.​

Over the next 16 months, the SALP will: ​

Contract IIE as Research Lead to oversee the SALP and CLT work​

Collect comparable data on Arabic learning programs to understand the current landscape of Arabic teaching and learning​​

Inform QFI strategic planning and programs to enhance Arabic language learning.​

Conduct data collection by dedicated Country-Level Teams (CLTs)​

SALP Country Level Teams:

  • The United States: University of Colorado​, Denver
  • The United Kingdom: University of Leeds​
  • Ireland: Maynooth University​
  • Sweden: Reem Kassagby and Louise Backelin
  • Canada: Dr. Nesrine Basheer
  • Italy:​ Ca' Foscari University of Venice