Dr. Munther Younes

Associate Professor

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Biography

Munther Younes is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Cornell University, focusing on Arabic language and linguistics. His research interests span Arabic linguistics, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, sociolinguistics, and comparative/historical dialectology, as well as pedagogy related to teaching Arabic as a foreign language. He is committed to developing effective instructional strategies for teaching Arabic and has authored several key texts in this field. Dr. Younes has contributed significantly to Arabic language education through his development of various courses for Arabic Heritage speakers and his scholarly publications, which emphasize an integrated approach to Arabic language instruction. His publications include comprehensive Arabic language textbooks and numerous articles addressing various aspects of Arabic linguistics and pedagogy. Additionally, he has been instrumental in discussions surrounding the integration of colloquial Arabic into formal educational settings. Dr. Younes's efforts have enhanced the learning experiences for students of Arabic across different proficiency levels. He is widely recognized for his work and continues to contribute to the advancement of Arabic language studies.

Research Interests

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture