Arabic Language Programs in Malaysia Need More Scientific Attention

• Main Author: Kirembwe Rashid Abdul-Hamed, Dr.
• Format: Conference Paper
• Language: English
• Published: 2009
• Online Access: http://dspace.unimap.edu.my/xmlui/handle/123456789/1422; http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/1422

The objective of this paper is to clarify the need for more systematic research on learning and teaching of Arabic as a second language in Malaysia, including the rest of Malaysian Arabic language programs. There is a need to review Arabic assessment procedures, students’ achievement, teaching and learning methods. It is suggested that scientific approach can help Malaysian Arabic teachers to understand the efficiency of Arabic programs. Hence, it is imperative for Malaysian Arabic teachers to learn from other successful educational experiences in order to improve on their programs of Arabic as a second language. Such comparative observations will help them to achieve better results in Arabic programs. The proper diagnoses of factors influencing acquisition of Arabic language skills should be one of leading steps for Arabic teachers to take before making conclusions on the their respective Arabic language programs. Since the hypothetical goal is to understand factors influencing productivity of Arabic language programs, it is suggested that Malaysian Arabic teacher should properly observe factors influencing the acquisition of Arabic language in their respective regions. This will provide them with both clear directions of Arabic programs, research and smooth running of well directed Arabic language developments.