Al-Ittijah : Jurnal Keilmuan dan Kependidikan Bahasa Arab
Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026): June 2026

Arabic Calligraphy as a Pedagogical Tool in Increasing Aesthetic Appreciation of Arabic Language Education Study Program Students

Syukron, Akhmad Aufa (Unknown)
Arifudin, Muhammad (Unknown)
Lina, Ayda Farah (Unknown)
Fadhlurrohman, Fikri (Unknown)
Baharun, Mohamad Nor Amin Samsun (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the utilization of Arabic calligraphy as a pedagogical tool to enhance aesthetic appreciation among students in the Arabic Language Education Program. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, the research explores the implementation of calligraphy-based learning, its impact on students’ aesthetic sensitivity, and the supporting and inhibiting factors influencing its effectiveness in higher education settings. The findings reveal that Arabic calligraphy plays a significant role in enriching aesthetic understanding through learning activities that integrate visual, linguistic, and spiritual dimensions. Students engaged in calligraphy practice demonstrate improved accuracy, creativity, and a deeper appreciation of the artistic qualities inherent in Arabic script. Supporting factors identified include cultural relevance, lecturer competence, and students’ intrinsic interest, while key obstacles involve limited facilities, restricted instructional time, and the tendency to rely on instant digital methods. Overall, the study highlights the importance of integrating calligraphy into the Arabic language education curriculum to foster aesthetic competence and strengthen students’ professional character in the modern era.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

al-ittijah

Publisher

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

al-ittijâh published twice a year since 2009 (June and December), is a multilingual (Bahasa, Arabic, and English), peer-reviewed journal, and specializes in Arabic Education. This journal is published by the Arabic Education Department, Faculty of Education and Teachers Training, Sultan Maulana ...