al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies
Vol. 8 No. 4 (2025)

Concepts and Principles of Developing Arabic Language Teaching Materials

Adilah Arif (Unknown)
H. Andi Abdul Hamzah (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Nov 2025

Abstract

Arabic language learning at various levels of education plays a strategic role in developing students' competencies, both as a formal subject and as a medium to understand religious literature and Arab culture. However, Arabic language teaching still faces significant challenges, particularly in the development of relevant, flexible, and student-centered teaching materials. Ideal teaching materials should be systematically designed, engaging, and oriented toward achieving the desired competencies. This study aims to analyze the concepts and principles of effective Arabic teaching material development.  The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a library research approach, referring to theories of education, language, and teaching material development. The analysis results show that the development of teaching materials must consider principles of relevance to the curriculum, effectiveness, efficiency, and adaptability to student needs. Additionally, theoretical approaches such as behaviorism, constructivism, and communicative methods provide a solid foundation for creating teaching materials that support active and participatory learning processes.  The integration of technology in teaching materials, such as the use of interactive and audiovisual media, is also an essential element for increasing students' interest and motivation. With innovative and contextual teaching materials, Arabic language learning is expected to enhance students' competence in active and functional communication while supporting the achievement of learning objectives efficiently and effectively

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Afkar_Journal

Publisher

Subject

Social Sciences

Description

al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is published by Association of Secondment Lecturers (Asosiasi Dosen DPK) UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung Indonesia. Focus of al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is on publishing original empirical research articles and theoretical reviews of Islamic Studies, ...