Writing Class: NOORANI QAIDA

Noorani Qaida is a fundamental tool used in many Islamic educational systems to teach beginners how to read the Quran accurately. It typically consists of various classes or levels that progressively teach the Arabic alphabet, pronunciation rules, basic grammar, and eventually Quranic recitation. Here’s a general outline of the typical classes found in a Noorani Qaida curriculum:

1. Class 1: Basic Arabic Alphabet Recognition
   • Identification of Arabic letters: Recognizing the shapes and sounds of individual Arabic letters.
   • Letter forms: Learning the isolated forms of each letter in the Arabic alphabet.
   • Letter joining: Understanding how letters join together to form words.
2. Class 2: Basic Pronunciation Rules
   • Short vowels (Harakat): Introduction to short vowel sounds (Fatha, Kasra, Damma).
   • Long vowels (Huroof Maddah): Introduction to elongated vowel sounds.
   • Sukoon: Learning the concept of Sukoon and its application in pronunciation.
3. Class 3: Introduction to Tanween and Shaddah
   • Tanween: Understanding the rules and pronunciation of Nunation (Indicates indefiniteness).
   • Shaddah: Learning about Shaddah and its effect on pronunciation (gemination).
4. Class 4: Advanced Pronunciation Rules
   • Rules of Noon and Meem Mushaddad: Understanding the characteristics of these letters when doubled.
   • Qalqalah: Introduction to the concept of echoing or vibration of certain letters.
   • Merging sounds (Idgham): Learning when to merge certain sounds in pronunciation.
5. Class 5: Introduction to Tajweed
   • Essentials of Tajweed: Introduction to the science of Tajweed and its importance.
   • Articulation points (Makharij): Learning the correct points of articulation for each Arabic letter.
   • Characteristics of letters (Sifat): Understanding the unique characteristics of different letters.
6. Class 6: Application of Tajweed Rules
   • Practical Tajweed: Applying Tajweed rules to Quranic verses and short passages.
   • Correcting common mistakes: Identifying and rectifying typical errors in Quranic recitation.
   • Reading fluency: Improving reading speed and accuracy while maintaining proper Tajweed.
7. Class 7: Quranic Recitation
   • Recitation practice: Regular recitation sessions to apply all learned rules and techniques.
   • Memorization: Encouraging students to memorize selected Quranic verses or chapters.
   • Tarteel: Emphasizing the importance of beautiful and melodious Quranic recitation.
8. Class 8: Advanced Quranic Studies
   • Understanding Quranic meanings: Introduction to basic Quranic vocabulary and meanings.
   • Contextual understanding: Exploring the historical and cultural context of selected Quranic passages.
   • Tafsir: Introduction to Quranic exegesis and interpretation.

Each class typically builds upon the knowledge gained in the previous classes, gradually advancing the students’ proficiency in reading and reciting the Quran with proper pronunciation and Tajweed. Additionally, practical exercises, recitation drills, and memorization tasks are often incorporated throughout the curriculum to reinforce learning and retention.