Development of the Arabic Language Ambassador Program to Improve Arabic Speaking Skills of Students at La Tansa Modern Islamic Boarding School
Imaadulhamdi Lillah, Muhammad Kamal, Samsi Setiadi

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Abstract

This research is meant to develop an Arabic Language Ambassador program to boost Arabic speaking skills among students at the La Tansa Modern Islamic Boarding School. It^s done to deal with the problems and challenges students face when learning Arabic, especially when it comes to speaking, and to help them feel more motivated and understand Arabic lessons better. The method used in this study is the research and development (R&D) method using the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) developed by Dick and Carey (1978). This study was conducted to determine the needs, design, development, implementation methods, and evaluation of the Arabic Language Ambassador program at the La Tansa Modern Islamic Boarding School.
Based on the results of the study, the quality of the Arabic Language Ambassador program developed using the ADDIE method received the following assessments: 1) Learning program expert assessment: The Arabic Language Ambassador program received a score of 96 on a scale of 81-100, categorized as ^highly suitable^. 2) Material expert assessment: The learning materials in the Arabic Language Ambassador program received a score of 98 on a scale of 81-100, with a rating of ^highly suitable^. 3) Assessment of students^ views on the program: The Arabic Language Ambassador program received a score of 86 on a scale of 81-100, categorized as ^highly suitable.^ Based on the above, the Arabic Language Ambassador program for improving Arabic speaking skills is considered highly suitable for use in Arabic language instruction.

Keywords: Program development, Community Language Learning, Arabic Language Ambassador, Speaking skills

Topic: Inclusive Learning through Creative Media and Methods