Issues in Arabic Speaking Skills in the Malaysian Education System

Issues in Arabic Speaking Skills in the Malaysian Education System

Author: Sueraya Che Haron
Publisher: IIUM Press
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789674914929
Pages: 112
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Year: 2026
Price: RM45

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of Arabic speaking skills, beginning with the historical arrival of the Arabic language in the Malay Peninsula and its gradual integration into the Malaysian education system. It also examines the ongoing challenges of learning Arabic speaking skills in Malaysia. The book discusses how Arabic speaking skills are assessed under the KBSR, KBSM, KSSR, and KSSM frameworks. A key highlight is a chapter that compiles and analyses previous research on Arabic speaking skills from the early 1980s to the present. Another chapter presents a unique curriculum-based solution, drawing on ibn Khaidun's malakah theory, an approach rarely addressed in existing literature. Additionally, the book explores Arabic speaking skill learning strategies from the learner's perspective, incorporating insights from the author's own research. One of the most compelling sections is a chapter dedicated to the role of IIUM in promoting the Arabic language. This book is particularly valuable because, unlike scattered journal articles on the topic, it provides a complete and structured account of Arabic speaking skills. Given that this issue has been studied for decades yet remains unresolved, the book serves as a vital reference for future research in the field.