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Al-Furqan Weekend School 
Institution name: Masjid Omar Ibn El-Khattab
Address: 580 Riverview Drive
Columbus, OH 43202
Telephone: (614) 262-1310
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Web address: https://www.masjidomarohio.org/
 
Name: Mufti Sh. Houcine Houat
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Address: 580 Riverview Drive
Columbus,  OH  43202
Email: info@masjedomar.org
Telephone: (614) 262-1310
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Arabic language classes are grouped according to each student’s level of

proficiency. The language is taught from the alphabet to words and

vocabulary development. Verbal interaction early on strengthens the

program, with emphasis on grammar and usage in the upper grades. Formal

instruction and evaluation of reading and writing skills in Arabic is

provided by a native-Arabic speaking teacher.
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Times per week classes meet: 2
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Classes meet Saturday and Sunday mornings
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Masjid Omar 580 Riverview Dr Columbus, OH 43202
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Total contact hours per week: 6
Times per week: 2
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This profile was created by Jack Devine, June 17 2015

Updated by Carmen Winkler on 10/6/2017