Arabic Edu: Journal of Arabic Language
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026)

The Challenges of the Digital Age in Arabic Language Education: Bridging Classical Arabic and Local Dialects

Fadlillah (Universitas Sultan Zainal Abidin)
Muhammad Imron (Universitas Islam Negeri Kiai Haji Achmad Siddiq)
Halimatus Sa'diyah (Universitas Nurul Jadid)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Jul 2026

Abstract

The development of the digital era and globalization has created challenges for Standard Arabic education, particularly through diglossia, limited Arabic-language digital content, inadequate infrastructure, and insufficient teacher preparation. This study aims to examine the challenges of Standard Arabic education in the digital era and identify integrated strategies for strengthening language learning through technological and pedagogical innovation. A qualitative research design with a case study approach was employed at the university. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis involving Arabic language teachers, students, and institutional administrators. Data were analyzed through data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The findings reveal three interconnected challenges: the dominance of local dialects and foreign languages, limited digital infrastructure and Arabic-language content, and inadequate teacher training and pedagogical innovation. These conditions reduce students’ exposure to Standard Arabic and constrain active language use. The study implies the need for contextualized language practices, stable digital infrastructure, quality Arabic multimedia resources, curriculum enrichment, and continuous teacher professional development to strengthen Standard Arabic proficiency in the digital era.

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arabic

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Arabic Edu: Journal of Arabic Language is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to the advancement of inspirational and transformative teaching practices. Our core mission is to “ignite” intellectual curiosity, innovation, and a passion for lifelong learning within global educational ...