We're joined by Aline Sara for Episode 125 of The Beirut Banyan, and we discuss the role of conversations in language instruction within Lebanon and throughout the region.

Aline is the founder of NaTakallam, a language learning program delivered by locals with a focus on refugee support.

Check out NaTakallam's website:

https://natakallam.com

And read about their new Lebanese dialect program by following NaTakallam on LinkedIn: @natakallam

Facebook: @natakallam2015

Instagram: @natakallam

Twitter: @NaTakallam

Note to Columbia University friends: any faculty member of student has access to free NaTakallam sessions thanks to a partnership with CU's Middle East Institute!

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