Many scholars of Arabic have noted that the Jordanian dialect is among the closest to Classical Arabic (fusha), making Amman an ideal setting for learning-or perfecting-one's Arabic. An inherent shortcoming of university-based Arabic instruction is the lack of daily, out-of-classroom practice. Language learning requires practice-and lots of it. For this reason, regardless of how many years of formal study a student has had, a several-month immersion in an Arabic-rich setting is critical for intermediate/advanced mastery of the language.

At the same time, English is a second language for many residents of Amman, meaning that in dealings with cab drivers, shopkeepers, and others, beginners have a support ready, in case words from a particular lesson slip their minds. Jordan has a rich Arab and Islamic heritage, and the natural hospitality of the Jordanian people will be the source of many endearing memories.