Journal of Arabic Education, Linguistics, and Literature Studies
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Arabic Education, Linguistics, and Literature Studies

The Relevance of Al-Naḥw Al-Asāsī and Al-Naḥw Al-Taṭbīqī to Modern Arabic Grammar Instruction: A Comparative Textbook Analysis

Muhamad Rizki Sahriya Ramadan (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten, Indonesia)
Zaki Ghufron (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten, Indonesia)
Mufrodi Mufrodi (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aims to compare the content quality, language, presentation, exercises, graphical design, and pedagogical relevance of Al-Naḥw al-Asāsī and Al-Naḥw at-Taṭbīqī to identify their respective strengths and suitability for modern Arabic grammar instruction. Using a qualitative approach with comparative content analysis, the study evaluates both textbooks based on a synthesis of Mudzakkir’s and Cunningsworth’s textbook evaluation frameworks, focusing on five aspects: content, language, presentation, exercises, and graphics. The findings indicate that Al-Naḥw al-Asāsī excels in content depth, systematic organization, and grammatical accuracy, making it particularly suitable for academic and theoretical studies. Meanwhile, Al-Naḥw al-Taṭbīqī demonstrates strengths in language accessibility, inductive presentation, contextualized exercises, and learner-friendly design, making it more compatible with contemporary learner-centered approaches. The study concludes that the two textbooks are complementary rather than competitive, as they represent different instructional orientations: theoretical mastery and practical language application. Integrating the strengths of both textbooks may contribute to more effective and relevant naḥw instruction for contemporary Arabic language learners.

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Journal Info

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jicallss

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Subject

Arts Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

This journal focuses on Arabic Education, Linguistics, and Literature Studies, including: Teaching and Learning Arabic, The strategy of Arabic Teaching and Learning, Media of Arabic Language Teaching and Learning, The technology of Arabic Language Teaching and Learning, Modern Standard Arabic ...