The Role of Methods in the Arabic Language Learning Process

Abstract

Selecting the right learning method is very useful for achieving success in learning. In Arabic language learning, choosing a relevant method is crucial, as linguistic difficulties (sounds, vocabulary, and complex grammar), lack of student motivation, conventional teaching methods, limited media and time, and cultural differences are common obstacles encountered. Therefore, finding the right method is very important. This paper uses a qualitative research method using the library research method through the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. The results of this study indicate that the role of the method is as a positive influence on the cognitive side of students, as a provider of internal motivation, as a learning strategy, and as a means and tool to achieve learning objectives. Among the methods that can be applied in the Arabic language learning process are the Grammatical Translation Method, Direct Method, Audiolingual Method, Communicative Method, Eclectic Method, Reading Method, Global Structural Audiovisual Method, Cognitive Method, Natural Method, Total Physical Response Method, and Silent Way Method. This study confirms that the learning method has a very important role in the success of the learning process, especially in Arabic language learning. From the results of this study, the author recommends that there be further research that empirically tests the effectiveness of each method in different class contexts, so that the results are more applicable in the field.