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Mesopotamia (ุจู„ุงุฏ ุงู„ุฑุงูุฏูŠู†): An ancient region located in the eastern Mediterranean, primarily in present-day Iraq. Known as the “Cradle of Civilization,” it was home to some of the earliest human civilizations, including the Sumerians, Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians, and is credited with many significant developments in writing, law, and urbanization.

Arabic alphabet and ceramics
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Combining Arabic with ceramics – a teacher’s story

Learning Arabic can be tough, especially with its tricky alphabet. Reginald Hefner, an Arabic teacher at York College, found a fun way to motivate his students by combining Arabic learning with ceramics and having them create personalized mugs. A hands-on approach that kept students engaged and excited.