Opportunities and Challenges for Students in Learning Arabic Vocabulary in the Arabic Language Education Program at UINSI Samarinda
Keywords:
Arabic Vocabulary, Learning Strategies, Phenomenology, Digital Learning, Collaborative Learning
Abstract
Vocabulary mastery is a fundamental aspect of Arabic language learning; however, students often encounter difficulties in memorizing and retaining new words, particularly abstract and religious vocabulary. This phenomenon affects their ability to read, write, and communicate effectively, highlighting the importance of understanding the strategies, challenges, and opportunities present in the higher education context. This study aims to explore the experiences of students in the Arabic Education Program at UINSI Samarinda regarding vocabulary memorization. A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed, with data collected through semi-structured interviews, participatory observation, and documentation of vocabulary assignments. Twelve active students were selected using purposive sampling, and interactive analysis techniques proposed by Miles, Huberman, and Saldana were applied. The findings indicate that students employ personal learning strategies such as regular repetition, flashcards, sentence construction, and vocabulary grouping to strengthen retention. Internal challenges include fluctuating motivation, mental fatigue, and difficulties with abstract vocabulary, whereas external challenges involve limited learning resources, insufficient speaking practice, and lack of interaction with native speakers. Students leverage learning opportunities through digital applications, online forums, and social collaboration to enhance vocabulary comprehension and retention. These findings underscore that successful vocabulary acquisition is influenced by the interaction of individual strategies, motivation, and socio-cultural context, demonstrating the effectiveness of integrating cognitive, social, and technological strategies. The study provides practical implications for the development of collaborative and digital-based vocabulary learning methods and emphasizes the significance of social context and student experiences in Arabic language education.
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Creswell, John W, and Cheryl N Poth. Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing among Five Approaches. Sage publications, 2016.
Denzin, Norman K, and Yvonna S Lincoln. The Sage Handbook of Qualitative Research. sage, 2011.
Fitriani, Suci, and Febria Sri Artika. “International Students’ Vocabulary Learning Strategies at the English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students’ Program.” Jurnal Educative: Journal of Educational Studies 5, no. 2 (2020): 136–48.
Frances, Candice, Clara D Martin, and Jon Andoni Duñabeitia. “The Effects of Contextual Diversity on Incidental Vocabulary Learning in the Native and a Foreign Language.” Scientific Reports 10, no. 1 (2020): 13967.
Gass A., S.; Mackey. Input, Interaction, and Output in Second Language Acquisition. Wiley-Blackwell, 2006.
Ghalebi, Rezvan, Firooz Sadighi, and Mohammad Sadegh Bagheri. “A Study of Vocabulary Learning Strategies among High and Low Iranian English Vocabulary Learners.” Cogent Education 8, no. 1 (2021): 1834933.
Godwin-Jones, R. “Emerging Technologies: Mobile-Assisted Language Learning.” Language Learning & Technology 21, no. 2 (2017): 1–17.
Haniah, Haniah, Syakir Hidayat, and Sabaruddin Garancang. “Al Kitab Al Dirasi Al’Arabiyah Baina Yadaik.” (الطموحات) EL-THUMUHAT 2, no. 1 (2019): 25–37.
Hao, Tao, Zhe Wang, and Yuliya Ardasheva. “Technology-Assisted Vocabulary Learning for EFL Learners: A Meta-Analysis.” Journal of Research on Educational Effectiveness 14, no. 3 (2021): 645–67.
Henrie, Curtis R, Lisa R Halverson, and Charles R Graham. “Measuring Student Engagement in Technology-Mediated Learning: A Review.” Computers & Education 90 (2015): 36–53.
Henshaw, F. “Motivation and Vocabulary Learning Strategies.” Language Teaching Research, 2019.
Hidayat, Ahmad Fadhel Syakir. “‘Al-Arabiyyah Baina Yadaik’ Textbook (An Evaluative Descriptive Analysis Study).” Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar, 2019.
Hidayat, Ahmad Fadhel Syakir, and Faradilla Zulvanni Anggraini. “العلاقة بين القدرة على قراءة القرآن بالقدرة على مهارة القراءة.” Shaut Al Arabiyyah 9, no. 1 (n.d.): 78–87.
Hwang C. L.; Wang, S. Y., G J.; Lai. “Seamless Flipped Learning.” British Journal of Educational Technology, 2018.
Kang, Sean H K. “Spaced Repetition Promotes Efficient and Effective Learning: Policy Implications for Instruction.” Policy Insights from the Behavioral and Brain Sciences 3, no. 1 (2016): 12–19.
Khotijah, S, A F S Hidayat, B Nisyam, and ... “The Effect of Wordwall Learning Media on Arabic Mufrodat Mastery in Grade III Students at Madrasah Ibtidaiyyah Negeri II.” Borneo Journal of …, 2022. http://journal.uinsi.ac.id/index.php/bjle/article/view/5262.
Krashen, Stephen. “Principles and Practice in Second Language Acquisition.” Pergamon Press, 1982.
Lee, Jang Ho, Joung Joo Ahn, and Hansol Lee. “The Role of Motivation and Vocabulary Learning Strategies in L2 Vocabulary Knowledge: A Structural Equation Modeling Analysis.” Studies in Second Language Learning and Teaching 12, no. 3 (2022): 435–58.
Lewis III, Dawson Roy, and Brien Datzman. “The Effects of a Mobile-Based Multisensory Approach to Vocabulary Learning in a Japanese EFL Context.” TESOL International Journal 15, no. 6 (2020): 4–32.
Li X., S.; Liu. “Negotiation of Meaning in L2 Vocabulary Acquisition.” TESOL Quarterly, 2020.
Loewen H., S.; Reinders. Key Concepts in Second Language Acquisition. Palgrave, 2019.
Loewen, Shawn, and Masatoshi Sato. “Interaction and Instructed Second Language Acquisition.” Language Teaching 51, no. 3 (2018): 285–329.
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Mayer, R E. Multimedia Learning (2nd Ed.). Cambridge University Press, 2009.
Miles, Matthew B., A. Michael Huberman, and Johnny Saldaña. Qualitative Data Analysis. A Methods Sourcebook. California: SAGE Publications, 2020.
Mustamin, M, A F S Hidayat, and ... “Efektifitas Media Audio Visual Terhadap Pengusaan Kosakata Siswa MI Al Ma’arif Samarinda.” Borneo Journal of …, 2022. https://journal.uinsi.ac.id/index.php/bjpe/article/view/5587.
Namaziandost, Ehsan, Murad Hassan Mohammed Sawalmeh, and Masoumeh Izadpanah Soltanabadi. “The Effects of Spaced versus Massed Distribution Instruction on EFL Learners’ Vocabulary Recall and Retention.” Cogent Education 7, no. 1 (2020): 1792261.
Nation, I S P. Learning Vocabulary in Another Language (2nd Ed.). Cambridge University Press, 2013.
Nation, Ian S P. Learning Vocabulary in Another Language. Cambridge university press, 2022.
Nawawi, Zulkifli, and Khazri Osman. “A Vocabulary Learning Strategies:(Arabic Subject).” International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development 10, no. 3 (2021): 606–12.
Oxford, Rebecca. “Language Learning Strategies.” The Cambridge Guide to Learning English as a Second Language, 2018, 81–90.
Patton, Michael Quinn. “Qualitative Research & Evaluation Methods.” (No Title), 2002.
Philp, Jenefer, Rebecca Adams, and Noriko Iwashita. Peer Interaction and Second Language Learning. Routledge, 2013.
Rahmatia, R, and A F S Hidayat. “Pengaruh Metode Bermain Terhadap Penguasaan Mufrodat Siswa MTS Sabilarrasyad.” Borneo Journal of Language and Education, 2021.
Sari, Devi Rafika, Ahmad Fadhel, and Syakir Hidayat. “The Effects of Using Animation Movies Toward Students Understanding on Sharaf Rules At Twelve Grade of Religious Class At MAN 2 Samarinda In Academic Year 2020/2021.” Borneo Journal of Language and Education 1, no. 1 (April 2, 2021): 81–95. https://journal.uinsi.ac.id/index.php/bjle/article/view/5271.
Schmitt, Norbert. “Vocabulary in Language Teaching.” Vocabulary in Language Teaching, no. USA: Cambridge University Press (2000): 5.
Schmitt, Norbert, and Diane Schmitt. Vocabulary in Language Teaching. Cambridge university press, 2020.
Skehan, Peter. Second Language Task-Based Performance: Theory, Research, Assessment. Routledge, 2018.
Stockwell, Glenn, and Philip Hubbard. “Some Emerging Principles for Mobile-Assisted Language Learning.” The International Research Foundation for English Language Education 2013 (2013): 1–15.
Ulfah, Yeniati, and Anyes Lathifatul Insaniyah. “Kesulitan Belajar Bahasa Arab Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Agama Islam Universitas Islam Zainul Hasan Genggong.” TADRIS AL-ARABIYAT: Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan Bahasa Arab 3, no. 1 (2022): 79–92.
Viola, Difa, Elih Sutisna Yanto, and Mobit Mobit. “Studentsâ€TM Perception on Learning Technical Vocabularies through Vocabulary Self-Collection Strategy.” JOLLT Journal of Languages and Language Teaching 8, no. 4 (2020): 391–401.
Webb P., S.; Nation. How Vocabulary Is Learned. Oxford University Press, 2017.
Yin, Robert K. “Case Study Research: Design and Methods (Applied Social Research Methods),” 2014.
Zuliyanti, Evi, Mustamin Fattah, and Ahmad Fadhel Syakir Hidayat. “Efektivitas Pembelajaran Kooperatif Tipe Group Investigation Dalam Meningkatkan Keterampilan Tarjamah Siswa.” Jurnal Tarbiyah Dan Ilmu Keguruan Borneo 1, no. 3 (June 29, 2020): 283–95. https://doi.org/10.21093/JTIKBORNEO.V1I3.3802.
Published
2022-07-31
How to Cite
Jayanti, A., Farhat, M., Hidayah, A., Fatmawati, N., Rokhman, M., Norahmah, A., & Mahfuuzhah, R. (2022). Opportunities and Challenges for Students in Learning Arabic Vocabulary in the Arabic Language Education Program at UINSI Samarinda. Borneo Journal of Language and Education, 2(1), 100-117. https://doi.org/10.21093/benjole.v2i1.8626
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