Media & Interviews

A cultural interview featuring insights on Arabic language positioning.

Written interview on cultural and linguistic heritage.

Short reel highlighting a key insight about Arabic language learning.

Join us on the Media Majlis Museum podcast as we sit down with Muntasir Al Hamad to explore what it takes to teach Arabic as a second language.

In this lecture Prof. Muntasir Al-Hamad – discusses various linguistic and cultural theories and presents the application and employment of these signs in our communication with Arabs.

Dialogues on the religious landmarks in Al-Aqsa

An online talk with Dr. Mountaser Al-Hamad, based on his book “Nod and Gesture,” exploring non-verbal communication in Qatari culture and how it compares with Russian cultural cues.

Dr. Muntasir Al-Hamad was my guest on the episode of 'After Yesterday' where we discussed online (distance) education.

The home library forms an aesthetic space, a family heritage, and a cultural investment for all family members.

On International Mother Language Day (21 February 2018) under the theme of diversity and sustainable development... a presentation of some experiences in protecting mother tongues and the reason for launching this day, along with other questions.

Al Jazeera This Morning: A light morning conversation (away from technical terminology) about the journey of the word in Arabic, whether original, derived, or foreign... I enjoyed the company of presenters Mohammed Al-Marri and Nawar Hassan on a bright morning.

Al Jazeera Arabic Channel celebrates World Arabic Language Day on December 18 through various reports and guest appearances. I (Muntasir Al-Hamad) had the honor of being hosted on 'Al Jazeera This Morning' with the kind presenters Mohammed Al-Marri, Lina Qishawi, and the distinguished program team.

The 'Al Jazeera Café' segment this week hosted Dr. Muntasir Al-Hamad, Arabic language teacher for non-native speakers. What are the methods used to teach the language? How long does it take to master Arabic? And how do students distinguish between Arabic and local dialects?

A study conducted by the Japanese government indicated a significant increase in the demand for learning Japanese, with the number of foreign learners exceeding four million. The study attributes this surge to the growing interest in Japanese culture, in addition to the government's efforts to promote the learning and use of the Japanese language.

Nine Months in Qatar explores the experience of international students studying Arabic at Qatar University, presenting the language as the essential gateway to understanding the Qur'an and the Islamic intellectual tradition. The article explains the structure of the University's intensive nine-month Arabic program, its academic and cultural environment, and the support provided to students. Through interviews with faculty members and participants, it highlights the transformative impact of learning Arabic on students' religious, intellectual, and personal development. The feature also emphasizes the inclusive values of Islamic education, the respected role of women in Islam, and the importance of language as a bridge for intercultural dialogue and authentic engagement with Islamic sources.