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Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
ISSN : 27226786     EISSN : 27226794     DOI : https://doi.org/10.37680/aphorisme
Aphorisme is a journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education. Its journal exists to accommodate contemporary issues related to Arabic Linguistics, Arabic Literature, and Arabic Learning written by lecturers, researchers, students, artists, writers, and practitioners in the fields of Arabic Language and Literature. The language focus published in this journal are Arabic, English, or Indonesian. This journal is published by the Study Program of Arabic Language Teaching Faculty of Tarbiyah INSURI twice a year (January-July). It has got both P-ISSN 2722-6786 and E-ISSN 2722-6794.
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Eksplorasi Menyelaraskan Penilaian dengan Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran Materi Kitābah di Madrasah Tsanawiyah Nurhalimah, Lilis; Syihabuddin, Syihabuddin; Maulani, Hikmah
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8528

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This study aims to align assessment in teaching and learning of the Kitabah material based on Assessment for Learning (AFL). To achieve this goal, this study employed a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design, utilizing two data sources: primary data collected through interviews and observations, and secondary data obtained from the MTs Arabic curriculum and the seventh-grade teaching modules at MTs Al-Musyawarah Lembang. The study population consisted of 26 students with 7 samples selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis included data condensation, presentation, and verification through the application of triangulation of sources and methods to ensure data validity. The results of the study indicate that assessment practices are not fully aligned with the principles of Assessment for Learning of the four main prerequisites for optimal AfL integration, only one has been implemented: teachers simplifying learning objectives according to student abilities. Other prerequisites, such as assessments, do not provide constructive feedback. Students have not been trained to assess themselves or their peers, and schools do not adequately support the learning of the kitabah material, including the provision of textbooks that are more suited to students' abilities.
Mafhūm Mahārah al-Istimā‘ fī Kitāb al-Istimā‘ wa al-Hiwār Funūn al-Muqābalah al-Miṡāliyah Fitria, Hanna Sajida; Setyorini, Dwichandra; Ibrahim, Andi Hazrah Nurhaliza; Urwati, Nursyahidatul; Yuristira, Afif Naufal Andrean
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8531

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This research aims to uncover and analyze the concept of listening skills as presented in the book, employing a descriptive-analytical approach. This study employs a qualitative research approach using content analysis. The research data consist of information, concepts, and ideas contained in the book Al-Istimā‘ wa al-Ḥiwār: Funūn al-Muqābalah al-Mithāliyyah, which serves as the primary data source. The data were collected through library research, which involved thoroughly examining the book's content and gathering relevant supporting literature. The collected data were then analyzed using content analysis techniques, which involved identifying, categorizing, and interpreting the emerging themes within the book, thereby producing a comprehensive understanding in line with the study's focus. The results show that the concept of listening skills in this book includes full attention, understanding meaning in context, sensitivity to verbal and non-verbal messages, and the ability to respond appropriately. This book also emphasizes the importance of listening as a basis for building effective and ethical communication, particularly in the context of interviews. This research concludes that this book not only presents theories related to listening skills but also provides applicable strategies that support the development of communication skills in various educational, social, and professional contexts.
The Dynamics of Code Mixing between Arabic and the Minangkabau Dialect in Students’ Speech Rismawati, Yanda; Novian, Zailani; Ritonga, Arip Rachman; Ajidin, Salsa Hauna; Dalimunthe, Singgar Mantahari
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8540

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This study aims to identify the patterns of code mixing used by 11th- and 12th-grade students in the religious studies program at State Islamic Senior High School 1 Koto Baru Padang Panjang, who reside in a dormitory that requires daily Arabic communication, and to analyze the factors that trigger its occurrence. Grounded in Suandi’s theoretical classification of inner, outer, and hybrid code mixing, this research examines how these forms appear in students’ spontaneous speech and what socio-linguistic conditions influence their emergence. This study employs a descriptive, qualitative method that incorporates observation and interview techniques. The data for this study were obtained through direct observation of spontaneous dormitory interactions and semi-structured interviews with ten purposively selected 11th- and 12th-grade students of the religious studies program, all of whom are required to use Arabic in daily communication. The data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s interactive model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that the most dominant pattern is inner code-mixing, followed by outer and hybrid forms. Several factors were identified as triggers, including limited mastery of Arabic vocabulary, influence of the Minangkabau mother tongue, socio-cultural habits, expressive needs, media exposure, and practical communication strategies. These results illustrate the complex dynamics of Arabic–Minangkabau linguistic negotiation among dormitory students and highlight the need for contextual and adaptive approaches to Arabic language development that align with learners’ sociocultural realities.
Biological Factors Influencing the Acquisition of Arabic as a Foreign Language Simamora, Mukmin Ridoan; Ritonga, Arip Rachman; Azizah, Mufidah Asri; Rismawati, Yanda; Hamdani, Muhammad
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8561

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This study aims to provide an in-depth examination of how biological factors, including brain development, cognitive capacity, neurological processes, and age-related maturity, influence the acquisition of Arabic as a foreign language. The research method used a literature review method, analyzing empirical studies, books, and relevant academic articles published between 2015 and 2025. The literature was systematically selected through Scopus, Google Scholar, and Crossref, following PRISMA guidelines, and analyzed using a thematic narrative approach. The research findings indicate that Arabic language acquisition is strongly influenced by the phenomenon of the critical period, which is the phase when language learning is most optimal before the age of 12, when neural plasticity is at its peak. Nevertheless, neurological studies have shown that the adult brain is still capable of acquiring Arabic through neuroplastic processes that allow the reorganization of neural networks and the activation of key linguistic areas. Furthermore, differences in cognitive capacity also help explain variations in vocabulary retention and grammatical competence among learners. His study emphasizes the importance of understanding biological factors, such as brain maturation, neurolinguistic processes, working memory capacity, and age differences, in Arabic language learning. Teachers need to adjust teaching methods and materials according to learners’ cognitive stages and age, using consistent language exposure and guided practice. Integrating these biological findings can enhance learning effectiveness and support the development of an adaptive curriculum.
Assessment as Learning dalam Evaluasi Reflektif Pembelajaran Qirā’ah di Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Nurhaliza, Tria Novia; Syihabuddin, Syihabuddin; Maulani, Hikmah
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8573

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This study explores the implementation of assessment as learning through reflective evaluation in Arabic reading (qirā’ah) instruction for fifth-grade students at Islamic elementary schools. The research aims to examine how reflective assessment fosters students’ awareness of their own learning processes and contributes to the development of metacognitive reading skills. Using a descriptive qualitative design with a phenomenological approach, data were collected from fifteen purposively selected students through classroom observations, evaluative judgment, and reflective questionnaires. The data were analyzed thematically to identify reflective patterns in students’ responses. The findings indicate that students began to demonstrate reflective awareness in reading, particularly in self-assessment, managing personal biases, and seeking opportunities for feedback. However, challenges remain in discerning text quality and evaluating digital sources. The study contributes a novel perspective on reflective learning in Arabic education by positioning students as active participants in the assessment process. It suggests that assessment as learning can transform Arabic reading instruction into a more participatory, reflective, and lifelong learning-oriented practice.
Fa’āliyah Ṭarīqah al-Sam’iyyah al-Syafahiyyah Mundamijah bi-Renderforest al-Qāim ‘alā al-Żakāi al-Iṣṭinā’ī li-Ta’līm al-Istimā’ ladai Ṭullāb al-Madrasah al-‘Āliyah Aisyah, Maulida Nur; Inayah, Inayah; Setiawan, Akhmad Yusuf Isnan; Waemamu, Waesama-ae
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8583

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This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the audiolingual method integrated with Renderforest, an artificial intelligence-based platform, in improving the Arabic listening skills of grade X students at MAN 2 Kota Semarang. This quantitative study employed a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group, comprising two classes of 35 students each, serving as the experimental and control groups. Data were collected through observation and pretest–posttest instruments consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions, analyzed using SPSS 25. The independent sample t-test results showed that the calculated t-value was 1.857, while the table t-value was 1.667. The calculated t-value was greater than the table t-value, indicating a statistically significant difference between students taught using the audiolingual method with Renderforest and those taught without it. The use of Renderforest as an audiovisual medium effectively increased student motivation, participation, and engagement during listening activities. This study concludes that combining the classic audiolingual approach with modern AI-based media is pedagogically relevant and improves students' affective and motivational aspects. Therefore, it is recommended to conduct further research by applying this integration in longer learning durations and higher exercise intensities to optimize its effectiveness in teaching Arabic listening.
Deskripsi Surga dalam Syair Ibnu Qayyim Al-Jawziyyah dan Nāzik Al-Malā’ikah; Kajian Sastra Banding Saidah, Siti Roudhotus; Wardani, R. Yaniah; Rokhim, Minatur; Pratama, M. Haikal Habibi; Auliyah, Nurul
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8595

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This study compares two Arabic poems from different historical periods, namely Waṣf al-Jannah by Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah and Ādam wa Firdawsuhu by Nāzik al-Malā’ikah, to examine how each poet constructs the imagery and meaning of paradise within distinct aesthetic systems. The research employs a qualitative literary approach based on Wellek and Warren’s intrinsic and extrinsic framework, complemented by Tötösy de Zepetnek’s systemic approach. The data consist of poetic texts that represent images, symbols, and thematic expressions of paradise in both poems. The primary data are drawn from recognized editions of Waṣf al-Jannah, contained in Hādī al-Arwāḥ ilā Bilād al-Afrāḥ, and Ādam wa Firdawsuhu, included in Nāzik al-Malā’ikah al-Mujalladu al-Awwal. The secondary data are obtained from relevant scholarly studies in Arabic literary criticism. Data were collected through close reading and textual documentation focusing on diction, imagery, symbolism, and emotional tone related to the representation of paradise. Data analysis was conducted by examining intrinsic elements such as theme, imagery, diction, and symbolism, as well as extrinsic aspects including socio-historical context and literary conventions, which were then interpreted using a systemic perspective. The findings suggest that Ibn Qayyim portrays paradise through vivid sensory imagery inspired by Qur’anic descriptions, employing metaphors of light, gardens, flowing rivers, and eternal rewards to evoke spiritual longing and reinforce religious motivation. In contrast, Nāzik portrays paradise as an inner and psychological realm marked by loss and existential tension, using symbolic language to reflect modern concerns such as violence, alienation, and human fragility. The study concludes that representations of paradise are shaped not only by theological perspectives but also by cultural and aesthetic environments, demonstrating how poetic discourse bridges classical and modern Arabic literary traditions.
Efektivitas Model RMS (Reading, Mind Mapping, and Sharing) terhadap Peningkatan Hasil Evaluasi Pembelajaran Balāgah Mahasiswa Said, Azizah Saad; Mahmudah, Mahmudah; Muhajir, Muhajir; Abduh, Indra Mahendra
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8603

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This study aims to test the effectiveness of the RMS (Reading, Mind Mapping, and Sharing) model in improving the evaluation results of Balāgah learning. This study used a quantitative method with a quasi-experimental design. The population consisted of Arabic Language Education students at UIN Sunan Kalijaga and a sample of 28 students was purposively selected from one class that met the criteria for full RMS implementation. Data were obtained from Balāgah learning evaluations given as pretests and posttests, supported by instruments that had passed expert validation and reliability testing. Data were collected through written tests and analyzed using descriptive statistics, paired sample t-tests, and Cohen's d to measure effect sizes. The results showed a highly significant improvement in students' evaluation performance, indicated by an increase in the average score from 53.79 to 83.43, a significant paired t-test result (p < 0.001), and a Cohen's d effect size of 4.52, which is categorized as very large. These results confirm that strengthening reading skills, visualizing concepts through mind maps, and engaging in collaborative sharing activities can improve students' analytical understanding. Therefore, the RMS model has proven to be effective for use in Balāgah learning.
The Correlation Between Self-Efficacy and Academic Arabic Writing Ability among Arabic Language Education Students Ritonga, Arip Rachman; Ritonga, Murni Sari; Ritonga, Raja Doli Jaya; Siregar, Namora Pogu
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8613

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This study aims to analyze the correlation between self-efficacy and Arabic academic writing ability among students in the Arabic Language Education Study Program at several universities in Indonesia. The research is grounded in the premise that success in academic writing is not solely determined by linguistic proficiency but is also significantly influenced by psychological factors, particularly students’ self-efficacy in managing complex academic writing demands. Employing a quantitative approach with a correlational design, the study involved 41 Arabic Language Education students from various Islamic Religious Higher Education Institutions in Indonesia, specifically: UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta, UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, UIN Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, UIN Imam Bonjol Padang, UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh, UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya, UIN Syekh Ali Hasan Ahmad Addary, and Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta. The research sample was selected using a cluster random sampling technique. Data were collected via a self-efficacy questionnaire focusing on Arabic academic writing skills and were subsequently analyzed using simple linear regression. The results indicate a positive and significant correlation between self-efficacy and Arabic academic writing proficiency (R = 0.808; R² = 0.654; p < 0.05). These findings demonstrate that self-efficacy accounts for 65.4% of the variance in students’ academic writing ability. Students with higher levels of self-efficacy tend to exhibit superior writing quality, particularly in terms of perseverance, self-confidence, and the accurate application of linguistic conventions. Ultimately, this study underscores the importance of integrating pedagogical strategies that prioritize the reinforcement of psychological aspects in the development of Arabic academic writing skills.
Komparasi Kurikulum Bahasa Arab di Masa Orde Baru dan Reformasi dalam Lintasan Sejarah Khusen, Rahmad; Fadlilah, Nurul; Abadi, Ma'ruf; Adnan, Luthfi; Mizan, Ahmad Nur
Aphorisme: Journal of Arabic Language, Literature, and Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Arabic Language, Literature, and Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/aphorisme.v6i2.8643

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This study aims to conduct an in-depth comparison of the orientation and focus of the Arabic Language Curriculum during the New Order and Reform eras, and to identify the implications of this paradigm shift. This study is a qualitative descriptive research that applies a historical study and library research approach, where data is collected through documentation and relevant curriculum literature. The gathered data is analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing stages.The results of this comparison reveal a fundamental difference in the curricular orientation between the two eras. The Arabic language curriculum during the New Order period (including the 1968, 1975, 1984, and 1994 curricula) was essentially focused on the theological-scientific aspect, or utilizing it as a receptive tool for understanding religious texts (the Qur'an and Hadith), with a primary emphasis on grammatical elements (nahwu-sharaf) through a partial approach. Conversely, the curriculum during the Reform era (covering the 2004 KBK, 2006 KTSP, 2013 K13, up to the current Independence Curriculum) reflects a sharp shift in focus to become more sociological-communicative and competency-based. The curriculum in this era demands mastery of comprehensive language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and aims functionally to meet the communication demands of the global society. This shift indicates that the Reform curriculum is more adaptive and provides greater room for the development of students' productive skills.