Arabic Language Teaching Strategies in a Multicultural Environment: An Analysis of Practices in Madrasah

Authors

  • Maftukh Ghulam UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya
  • Anisah Firdausi Nuzula UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya
  • Muzakki Abdurrahman
  • Kamal Yusuf UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya
  • Muhammad Dhiya' Almaskuri UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32699/5kqh8r53

Keywords:

Arabic language teaching; multicultural education; adaptive strategies

Abstract

This study explores effective strategies for teaching Arabic in multicultural madrasah environments. It aims to analyze how teachers plan and implement Arabic instruction that reflects students’ linguistic diversity, cultural backgrounds, and learning needs. The research applies a qualitative case study design across several madrasahs with data collected through classroom observations, teacher interviews, and analysis of instructional documents. The findings show that adaptive and inclusive strategies such as communicative methods based on cultural context, differentiated instruction, collaborative learning, and the use of digital media increase students’ engagement, motivation, and communicative competence. The study also highlights the importance of teachers’ creativity, intercultural awareness, and technological skills in managing diverse classrooms. The results contribute to the development of innovative Arabic language teaching models that are relevant to multicultural education and provide practical insights for teachers and policymakers to improve Arabic education quality.

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2025-12-31

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Arabic Language Teaching Strategies in a Multicultural Environment: An Analysis of Practices in Madrasah. (2025). Lisanan Arabiya: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Arab, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.32699/5kqh8r53