United States of America

  • Caleb N.

    I loved being able to get this much classes in just one week !
    The teacher explained everything perfectly and at a great place.
     

  • Stephen N.

    I appreciate the flexibility giving me the the schedule that fit my limited time. The instructor was excellent in all areas and to be highly recommended thank you
     

  • Megan C.

    I am so impressed with Ali Baba and all the staff. When I initially registered, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised. I’m so sad to be leaving and I wish I could stay longer. For future studies, Ali Baba will be the first place I think of. I would recommend Ali Baba to American universities without hesitation. Excellent job. 

  • Wenona B.

    I really enjoyed the structure of my course in which I studied both fusha and dialect. My vocabulary definitely improved as well as my listening comprehension. The excursions were one of the best part of my experience in Jordan. Overall, I would recommend studying in Ali Baba, particularly taking private lessons, to anyone who wants to improve their Arabic skills.
     

  • Lane D.

    My teacher helped me improve my reading, writing, listening and speaking. She adjusted her teaching style based on what I needed. She did more for my abilities and understanding in four weeks than three other instructors did in four years.
     

  • Thomas C.

    It was great, I already said a lot in the video I spoke in- great teachers and a very welcoming atmosphere.
    Keep doing what you do!!! TKC
     

  • Lauren C.

    I learned a lot and feel a lot more comfortable about speaking Arabic. Shoruk was such a great teacher!
     

  • Laura A.

    It has been a great month at Ali Baba doing private tutoring. Since we are in the advanced level, we have a lot of flexibility to choose our own MSA material. After several days of doing tropical based lessons, we read a novel in Arabic also we spent time reviewing grammar points I still struggle with. It has been a good experience: especial thanks to a talented teacher. 

  • Will T.

    Learning Arabic at Ali Baba has been a great experience so far. I have loved being able to study in a foreign country where they speak the language, which is a crucial part of learning a language. The methods that the teachers use are great and very helpful in making sure we are learning the grammar and the vocabulary and the language. The teachers and staff are very friendly and always want you to have the best experience. The combined course has also been a great mix as well, since I can learn new topics in a group setting and then go over it afterwards in a private setting, and also learn some extra material as well. It is also a very friendly environment, and I have loved making new friends from around the world. The cultural immersion in the activities and Friday field trips are also great ways to learn outside the classroom about not just the Arabic language, but also Jordan and its culture. Overall, I'd highly recommend learning at Ali Baba and also do it again if I could.
     

  • Benjamin S.

    The staff and teacher were all friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. My teacher, who was well prepared, adjusted his teaching to my abilities and interests and was more encouraging. The social activities helped me make new friends, explore the country, and learn about the culture and people.

  • Daniel P.

    The arrangements from the start with the school were very easy and all the practicalities were easily arranged. The staff has been very helpful in all things. Arriving here was very well taken care of. The classes were suitably demanding. The teacher was extremely encouraging and attentive to the needs of all the individual students. I would highly recommend studying here, and would love to return.

  • Andrew C.

    I enjoyed my time at Ali Baba and the staff was responsive to my requests. Classes proceeded at a smooth pace and I built a good working relationship with my instructors. I would return for classes, given the opportunity.

  • Jhordanne W.

    My teacher was the best Arabic teacher I’ve ever had! Our class was extremely enriching not just in terms of improving our knowledge of Arabic but also intellectually. The staff were externally supportive and made me feel very welcomed in Jordan. I also appreciate Ali Baba’s orientation on the first day of school especially on the field trip. The language games were extremely fun! 

  • Megan L.

    It was a great experience and I learned a lot !

  • Trevor B.
    I enjoyed my time at Ali Baba and learned a lot in the short time that I was here. I would definitely recommend the program to students in the future.
  • Wil C.

    The Ali Baba Center is a wonderful learning environment because the staff is always willing to help me exercise my language skills. Additionally, the overall friendliness and professionalism make it a great place to learn at all levels. Furthermore, the rooms are comfortable and intimate enough to make the learning experience a memorable one.
     

  • Mohammad A.

    My experience at Ali Baba was phenomenal. I interacted with individuals from many different cultural backgrounds who have come to Jordan to learn Arabic. My time spent in the institute was truly enjoyable and ended too soon. Thank you for the wonderful experience.
     

  • Mohsen A.

     The Ali Baba Center has been very beneficial to me and my younger brother. I am proud to say that I can speak Arabic Fusha a lot better than I used to. And I thank Ali baba staff, thank you and I hope the best for you.

  • Mohsen A.

    Other Arabic programs fail to compare to Ali Baba. I’ve learned more Arabic in 4 weeks then I have in a year. The teachers and staff of Ali Baba are dedicated to giving their students a quality education. 

  • Amber G.

    I have really enjoyed my time here at Ali Baba. My teachers Dema and Duaa have been amazing. They have both been patient and kind with me as a beginner to the Arabic language. I enjoyed coming in every morning to their smiling faces and learning from them. The course materials have been very helpful for me as I get started learning Arabic. The visuals and matching activities, and review we do in class is so helpful. The staff I've interacted with regularly, like Ali, Aya, Mohammad, and Hadeel and others have been very friendly and helpful with anything I should need. The atmosphere here as always been warm and welcoming. The facilities are clean and organized. There is plenty of room to study, relax, and to enjoy a tea and snack in the café after class and on breaks. I also like the organized trips to historical sites as well as downtown places. The additional activities like the henna tattoos and Arabic calligraphy workshop at the center were a real treat! I would recommend Ali Baba to anyone and inshallah, I'll return in the future! 

  • Sarah J.

    My teacher had a great sense of humor and is able to immediately make her students feel comfortable and ready to learn. She was very flexible and could adjust her teaching methods as needed to meet the needs of the students. She taught me as much about the culture as she did about the language. 

  • Paul C.

    For my level, I received a big benefit and practiced the language a lot. My teacher was flexible with my instruction and provided interesting instruction. The staff were friendly and helpful. I enjoyed learning in a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The trips entitled my understanding of the culture. 

  • Thomas F.

    I really enjoyed my time here. I learned a lot, met a lot of good people, and saw a country I never traveled to before. I liked both of my teachers and was very happy with the lessons I received. I also really enjoyed the trips organized by the school. Very well done!
     

  • Teresa W.

    Ali Baba was incredibly accommodating and supportive of my goals for Arabic study. The entire staff were dedicated to making sure I had the best possible learning environment, and the teachers were all outstanding. My teacher did a wonderful job of building on my knowledge of modem standard Arabic to bring Amiyah to life in our lessons-especially with lots of discussion time. Thank you to the whole Ali Baba team for all of your help and hard work! 

  • Thomas D.

    Ali baba was a great place to begin my study of MSA in particular. I’m grateful the staff were able to work with my schedule and needs to create a ready–made program that worked for me. The center’s size and staff make it intimate and welcoming such that I have made friends while also learning a new language. Also I love Amman !
     

  • Jennie S.

    I enjoyed my time at Ali Baba. The teachers were very helpful and committed to helping me learn. The classroom was clean and had the materials I needed to learn. The reception staff was very helpful and trendy as well.
     

  • Daniel B.

    I really enjoyed my classes. It was difficult for me to determine my level as my reading and listening comprehensive is well above my speaking ability but my teacher was able to construct the class that allowed me to focus on building that skill. I also thought the trips were great, it was an awesome opportunity. Thanks to everyone at the Ali Baba center.
     

  • Brian D.

    The Ali Baba International Center does a good job of transitioning the student to Jordan and allowing them to focus on their language learning in what is often an alien culture. With the Ali Baba International Center, you do not need to worry about arranging housing or transportation from the airport upon arrival, or with cooking and shopping for food once you are in Jordan. The staff of the center were always easy to reach, quick to respond to communication, and happy to help with any concerns that arose. Studying through the Ali Baba International Center allowed me to make the most of my time in Jordan by freeing me to focus on studying and traveling.
     

  • David D.

    I had a wonderful summer studying at the Ali Baba Center. The language program provided a great opportunity to improve my Arabic in a friendly and encouraging environment. I always felt welcomed and comfortable. When I arrived in Amman I was greeted at the airport and taken to my accommodation, which was a short walk from the Ali Baba Center and the University of Jordan. I would highly recommend the program to anyone interested in learning Arabic and having an unforgettable summer.
     

  • William G.

    I recently spent the last month at the Ali Baba Arabic Language Institute located near the University of Jordan. My time there was well spent. I learned a lot about the language and culture. The location of the school is very convenient with access to shops, restaurants, and other places that can be used to speak and use the language on a regular basis. The teachers there create a very professional learning environment. I would recommend this school to anyone seeking to learn the Arabic language. 

  • David A.

    I just completed my month in Jordan, studying at the Ali Baba Arabic Language Institute in Jordan. Personally I enjoyed the experience very much and I met a lot of great people while I have been here. This is a very professional atmosphere but a lot fun too. The teachers did an amazing job and I learned a lot while I was here. If you have an interest in this then this is the place to go, there constantly trying to make things better for you and they really care.  

  • Ben R.

    I recently spent the last month at the Ali Baba Arabic Language Institute in Jordan. The classrooms are excellent and provide a good learning environment for students and it is conveniently located in the university district with access to shops, restaurants, and other places that can be used to speak and use the language on a regular basis. These activities were easily arranged by the staff and a lot of fun as well. I would recommend this school to anybody who is interested in studying Arabic and wants a small student to teacher ratio. 

  • Greg S.

    My Arabic definitely improved during my one-month intensive Arabic program at the Ali Baba Language Center. I arrived with having had only three semesters in college, which was over two years ago. Within two weeks I was able to talk much more confidently when traveling around. I was able to continue the Fusha that I had started several years ago, as well as pick up some helpful colloquial phrases and words to help me interact with Jordanians in public.  

  • Samah T.

    I'm incredibly pleased with my experience here at Ali Baba institute. I'd like to preface by saying I'm in a unique situation as I am a Jordanian immigrant in the states. I moved when to the US as a child and unfortunately, weakened my Arabic tongue. Because of this, I was a little shy to take classes however from the moment I the elevator doors opened, and Aya welcomed me to the center, I felt right at home. The director, Hadeel personally welcomed all of us and introduced herself with a tour. The facility is sparkling clean, and the classrooms are well equipped. The teachers, specifically Noor, have made a positive impact on my life and have given me the confidence, pride and tool kit to one day be fluent again. I wholeheartedly encourage anyone considering the program to sign up. You will not regret it 

  • Mohammad Y.

    Learning at Ali Baba has been a wonderful experience! The center is very organized, with very quick and responsive communication in all aspects including registration, classes, and accommodations. The staff is extremely helpful and easy to work with. The center itself is very neat and well organized with many comfortable spaces and engaging activities for all students. The most wonderful part has been the instruction, as my teacher has been very engaging and provided interesting yet informative lessons. In just the short duration of my course, I have felt myself improve greatly with the help of my teacher and the rest of the staff at Ali Baba. 

  • Kalynn

    The course was well-organized and professional. The lessons were well thought-out and prepared beforehand. The course materials expanded my vocabulary greatly and challenged me to critically think. In addition to the standard lesson plans, the instructors at times added opinion polls, interviews, and debates into the lessons. For me, these activities helped me improve my language and cultural skills in many ways. First, these activities helped me improve my listening skills by forcing me to listen to individuals other than my usual language instructor. Second, they helped me see different perspectives on certain topics and different opinions. Third, they helped broaden my understanding of Arab culture in general and Jordanian culture specifically. As for the staff, the staff is very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. I was always treated well and with kindness. The staff at all levels—the management staff and the instructors—went above and beyond to ensure I was taken care of. The atmosphere in the center is nice as well. I absolutely loved the café. Having quick access to an assortment of coffee drinks and snacks was very nice to have either before, between, or after lessons. As for my instructor, she was very kind, professional, fun, and knowledgeable in her job. She considered my interests and incorporated these into my lessons. She also gave me materials and subjects that she knew would benefit me in my career. She was always open to answer any questions I had, and if she did not have an answer on the spot, she took time to research an answer for me. Overall, I am very happy with my experience at Ali Baba and would recommend it to future students.
     

  • Narda S.

    I have been thoroughly impressed by the school and the teacher. Everyone is friendly and helpful, yet extremely professional. Lessons are well organized, thorough, and clear. The teachers are obviously well trained and talented at adapting the lesson’s pace to that of students’, so that the students get engaged and challenged without becoming frustrated and discouraged. My only regret is that I Cannot stay longer!
     

  • Shereen H.

    The experience I had as a student at Ali Baba has changed me. I gained more knowledge than I thought I would and that is because of the way the center is run. From the kindness of the welcoming staff to the patience and understanding of the teachers my personal needs were met at a very wish standard. My teacher was very patient and understanding. Although I came from an Arab background, she didn’t assume that I should know the language. She taught me at my own level and increased as days went on. Overall, I’ve had an amazing experience! 

  • Zachary L.

    My time at Ali Baba has been nothing short of brilliant. The facilities are excellent; from the café, to the classrooms, to the study spaces, every area is clean and structured towards proper learning. In part due to this and due to the inclusion of university students, the atmosphere is very academic and thus quite motivating. Finally, the café has also been a perfect meeting spot for my language partner and I. On the staff, everyone is unquestionably helpful and kind, and I have had no instances where I was unsupported or ignored. Also, the staff has been wonderfully patient with me, as with all students, whilst we do our best to only use Arabic in our questions and conversations. Regarding my teacher, Wafa has been perfect and I do not have a single complaint against her methods or demeanor. She has been incredibly patient whilst also pushing me to success. Moreover, her ability to adapt the class through different situations and across a great variety of topics is exceptional. It never once felt that the lesson was meandering or without clear focus. Finally, the balance between the different aspects of language has been well watched and occasionally altered to best forward my improvement.  

  • Matthew H.

    My experience at Ali Baba was excellent. I will be going home with much more confidence in my language ability. The staff and teachers were all very accommodating to my needs and skill level. I would definitely recommend studying at Ali Baba.