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The purpose of this study is to investigate the improvement of students' Arabic language skills through an internship program. The methodology used in this study is a quantitative approach to investigate the various teaching methods used during the internship program and their impact on students' Arabic language skills. We collected numerical data to assess the improvement of Arabic language skills. Pre and post-tests are used to measure progress before and after the internship program. The instruments used include Arabic language tests, questionnaires, and language skills assessment scales. The study used the Likert scale to assess participants' perceptions of the internship program In addition, the mastery of vocabulary and the teaching methods used also play an important role in improving students' Arabic language skills. This research is expected to contribute to the development of more effective Arabic teaching methods.

The skill of reading is referred to as mahārah qirā’ah in Arabic, which is the third skill after mahārah istima’ and mahārah kalām. In the Arabic Language Education program, some students come from non-boarding school backgrounds and may not have studied Arabic extensively before. This condition can present several challenges, especially in reading Arabic texts. The aim of this study is to analyze the factors that contribute to the difficulty in reading Arabic texts among students from non-boarding school backgrounds in the Arabic Language Education program at UINSU, batch 2021. The method used in this study is qualitative research, with data collection techniques including observation, interviews/questionnaires with five students, and a literature review of previous research. The results of this study show that factors affecting the difficulty in reading Arabic texts among non-boarding school students include their educational background, a lack of understanding of nahwu (syntax) and sharf (morphology), insufficient vocabulary mastery, and a lack of interest in learning Arabic. This study reveals these factors in order to raise awareness among educators about the issue and encourage students to improve their skills in learning Arabic.

This article looks at developments in learning to understand Arabic. The main aim of this article is to find out how effective learning tools are that focus on mastering knowledge first rather than improving other language skills. Vocabulary is very important to master Arabic. The problem raised is how effective media is in increasing mastery of Arabic vocabulary. The results of research and discussions show that this learning tool is very effective in improving Arabic language comprehension.

Mastery of the Arabic mufrodat is the main challenge for students in Islamic boarding schools, especially in reading the yellow book which requires a deep understanding of the rules of the Arabic language. This phenomenon reflects the importance of vocabulary mastery in supporting the reading skills of classical Arabic texts. This study aims to (1) analyze the mastery of mufrodat of An-Nidhom Islamic Boarding School students, (2) analyze the ability to read the yellow book, and (3) describe the influence of mastery of mufrodat on the ability to read the yellow book. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive design. Data was collected through interviews and questionnaires involving 18 students as samples. The analysis was carried out with the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study showed that (1) most of the students had mastery of mufrodat in the categories of very good (55.5%) and good (44.5%), (2) the ability to read the yellow book of students was shown through the accuracy of reading based on the rules of nahwu and shorof, understanding of the content of the reading, and the ability to express the content of the reading systematically, and (3) there was a significant positive influence between the mastery of mufrodat and the ability to read the yellow book, which is supported by grammatical rule-based learning and the active role of Ustadz in the teaching process. This study emphasizes the importance of strategies to strengthen mufrodat learning to improve the ability to read the yellow book in Islamic boarding schools.

This study aims to analyze the use of the Al-Ma’any Online Dictionary in supporting the development of Arabic vocabulary mastery among students in PBA 2 class at UIN Sumatera Utara. The primary issue observed among students is the lack of optimal utilization of the online dictionary due to certain challenges in its usage. The focus of this research is to explore how students utilize the online dictionary to enrich their vocabulary and its impact on their Arabic language proficiency. This study employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive design. Data were collected through interviews with students, observations of dictionary usage, and analysis of student assignments. The findings indicate that the Al-Ma’any Online Dictionary is effective in helping students expand their vocabulary, particularly in discovering word meanings and their usage in various contexts. However, some challenges were identified, such as limited understanding of subtle word meanings and dependency on internet connectivity. This study suggests that vocabulary development through the use of online dictionaries can be optimized by providing guidance and further training for students in utilizing the dictionary's features more comprehensively.

This thesis discusses the application of direct methods using flashcard media to improve Arabic vocabulary mastery of class VII MTsN Palopo. This research aims (1) to determine the ability to master Arabic vocabulary in class VII students at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri Palopo before and after applying the direct method using flashcard media. (2) to determine the effectiveness of the direct method using flashcard media in improving Arabic vocabulary mastery for class VII Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri Palopo. This type of research is classroom action research, the data collection method is action observation, field notes, test sheets and documentation. The results of this research are (1) classroom action research conducted by researchers. It can be concluded that the direct method using flashcard media is effective for application to class VII students (Research Class) by seeing the increase in the results of students' mastery of Arabic vocabulary which increases through the application of the direct method using flashcard media. (2) The percentage increase in cycle I can be seen that of the 40 students, 18 students completed the percentage (45%), while 22 students completed the percentage (55%). As for cycle II, it can be seen that of the 40 students, 32 students completed the percentage (80%), while 8 students did not complete the percentage (20%). From cycle I to cycle II there was an increase in learning outcomes by (25%). Thus, in cycle II the learning outcomes are said to be complete.

This study aims to improve English vocabulary mastery among 8A grade students at MTs Terpadu Berkah through the implementation of the Pictionary game method. The research uses a descriptive qualitative approach, focusing on observation and assessment of students’ performance during learning activities. Pictionary, as an interactive learning method, utilizes visual images to help students understand and retain new vocabulary more effectively.  The research results show that using Pictionary in English vocabulary learning is effective in enhancing students' understanding and memory of new words. Students actively participated in learning activities, demonstrated high enthusiasm, and showed significant progress in using the vocabulary they learned. Additionally, this approach encourages student collaboration and fosters creativity during the learning process. In conclusion, the Pictionary game can be an effective alternative teaching method for improving vocabulary mastery and learning motivation among students. Implementing this method is expected to provide English teachers with a useful strategy for creating a more engaging and interactive learning environment in the classroom.

The purpose of this community service activity is to enhance the English vocabulary mastery of students in class IX.A at MTs Terpadu Berkah Palangka Raya through the implementation of the "I See the Light" song-based learning method. The learning process was carried out in three stages: first, students listened to the song without the translation; second, students listened to the same song with lyrics and translation; and third, students participated in a vocabulary quiz to assess their understanding of the new vocabulary they had learned. Observations during the activity showed that students were more actively engaged and enthusiastic in the learning process and discussions. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that using songs as a learning medium has a positive impact on improving students' English vocabulary mastery in a fun and interactive way. However, there were some challenges related to the unclear volume of the song and the instability of the power supply. Therefore, the recommendation for future research is to ensure clear audio and stable power supply to support the effective implementation of the activities.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of Duolingo in improving vocabulary mastery related to procedure texts among 26 seventh-grade students at MTSS Daarul Ulum Margomulyo Blitar. The researchers employed a pre-experimental design using a one-group pre-test and post-test approach. The research process included three key steps: 1) administering a pre-test, 2) providing treatment, and 3) conducting a post-test. Data was collected through testing and analyzed using SPSS25. The results indicated that students' vocabulary achievement increased from an average of 61.15 in the pre-test to 83.65 in the post-test. The analysis revealed a significance value (sig2-tailed) of 0.001, which is below 0.05, indicating that Duolingo effectively enhanced the vocabulary achievement of the seventh-grade students at MTSS Daarul Ulum Margomulyo Blitar. Based on these findings, it is recommended that English teachers consider using Duolingo as an alternative instructional tool, particularly for teaching vocabulary and potentially other language skills or subskills.

This community service program was implemented to address the low literacy levels among students in remote areas of Central Kalimantan, specifically at SDN 1 Tongka, Gunung Timang District, North Barito Regency. The main objective of the program was to implement a literacy corner as a strategy to improve student literacy and create a sustainable literacy ecosystem in the school environment. The method used included participatory and adaptive approaches, applying the concept of a "mobile literacy corner" adapted to the limitations of local space and resources. The program was carried out over 45 days, covering preparation, implementation, and evaluation phases. The results showed a significant increase in students' reading interest, with a 68% rise in the frequency of visits to the literacy corner. Pre-test and post-test evaluations indicated an average increase in students' literacy skills of 27%, particularly in reading comprehension and vocabulary mastery. Participatory observation revealed the formation of a stronger literacy culture in the school environment, characterized by student-initiated literacy discussions and increased use of references in academic tasks. The program also successfully developed an adaptive and contextual model for implementing literacy corners, which has the potential to be replicated in other remote areas of Indonesia.

This research discusses the development of pop-up book media for vocabulary mastery among eighth-grade students at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri Palopo. The aim of this research is (1) to understand the process of developing pop-up book media for vocabulary mastery among eighth-grade students at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri Palopo. (2) to determine the validity level of the pop-up book media for vocabulary mastery among eighth-grade students at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri Palopo. This type of research is development research using the Research and Development (R&D) approach with the ADDIE model. The data collection methods include observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The results of this study show that the validation score from the media expert is 93.33%, categorized as highly valid. The validation score from the subject matter expert is 95.38%, also categorized as highly valid. The validation score from the learning expert is 80%, categorized as valid. The trial results obtained a percentage of 83.24%, categorized as highly feasible. Therefore, it can be concluded that the pop-up book media is highly feasible for use in teaching Arabic to eighth-grade students.

The objective of the research is to find out the effectiveness of the use of Flashcards to increase the students’ vocabulary of descriptive text of the eighth grade in SMPN 5 Blitar The design of this research was a quasi-experimental research with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The population of this research was the students of SMPN 5 Blitar. The sampling technique in this research is simple random sampling. The sample was 30 students of Class VIII D as the experimental group who was given a new method using flashcards applicationand 25 students of Class VIII E as the control group who was taught using conventional strategies. The research instruments were pre-test and post- test which analyzed by using an independent sample t-test. Furthermore, the result showed that the mean score of the D class that used the Flashcards Application was 80,80, whereas the mean score of the E class that did not use Flashcards was 72.00. the conclusion is the Flashcards application is effective to improve the students’ vocabulary mastery of descriptive text which can be seen in the result of the independent sample t-test, the t test is 4.649 > t table 2.002, then Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

This study explored the impact of colorful pictures on vocabulary teaching effectiveness for students at TKK Santa Maria Tulungagung. Utilizing a pre-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test design, the research involved TKK Santa Maria Tulungagung students who engaged with colorful pictures. Analysis was conducted using the SPSS 27 statistical program. Findings indicated a significant improvement in vocabulary mastery among students using colorful pictures, with a two-tailed sig. value of 0.006, which is below the 0.05 threshold. The incorporation of colorful pictures not only enhanced understanding but also made the learning process more engaging and enjoyable. Consequently, colorful pictures are deemed an effective strategy for teaching vocabulary to kindergarten students. This research aims to assist teachers in selecting more innovative and efficient methods to enhance vocabulary acquisition at the early childhood education level.

The objective of this study is to assess the influence of utilizing flashcards on vocabulary mastery among sixth-grade students at SDN 1 CISANGU. The research methodology employed was a pre-experimental design involving a one-group pretest-posttest approach. The sample size consisted of one class comprising a total of 26 students. The data for this study were derived from the pretest and posttest results, which were conducted in the format of written tests. The data analysis process involved utilizing the t-test formula. The results of this study for the t-test obtained t arithmetic t table or 5,956 >1,708 then H0 is rejected and H1 is accepted. Thus, it can be concluded that there is an influence of flashcard media on the vocabulary mastery of sixth-grade students of SD Negeri 1 Cisangu. The N-gain test with a result of 0.68 is in the medium category, which means that the utilization of the use of flashcard media is influenced by vocabulary mastery.

Most students in junior high school, especially seventh grade, had difficulty learning vocabulary. Even though vocabulary was very important for language learning. Duolingo could help with this problem because Duolingo could make students more interested and less bored when studying. The purpose of this research was to find out whether there was an effect of the Duolingo Application in increasing the vocabulary mastery of 7th grade students at SMPN 32 Bandar Lampung in the 2023/2024 academic year. This research methodology used in this research was quasi-experimental design. The population of this research was all 7th grade students of SMP Negeri 32 Bandar Lampung for the 2023/2024 academic year with a total of 180 students. This research sample consisted of two classes, namely class 7B with a total of 34 students as the experimental class, and class 7C with a total of 33 students as the control class. This meant that the total number of samples for this research was 67. The experimental class used Duolingo Application, while the control class used the “When English Rings a Bell” textbook and dictionaries. The sample for this research was determined using a cluster random sampling technique. The treatment was carried out in first meeting. In collecting data, this research used a test instrument in the form of 40 multiple choice questions. Before giving treatment, a pretest was carried out. Then, after the treatment has been carried out, a post test was given. The results showed that there is a significant difference in student scores before and after treatment. This research used hypothesis testing, especially the T-test, to find out whether the Duolingo Application had a significant effect on students' vocabulary scores. And the results show that Sig. (ρvalue) = 0.000 < α = 0.05. So Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected. It can be concluded that there is a significant effect of using the Duolingo Application on increasing the vocabulary mastery of 7th grade students at SMP Negeri 32 Bandar Lampung in the 2023/2024 academic year.

This study aims to determine how effective the duo lingo application is in improving the English vocabulary skills of SMP Islam Al Azhar Tulungagung students in the 2023/2024 school year In this study, researchers used an experimental method, and was conducted at SMP Islam Al Azhar Tulungagung, researchers chose eighth grade students in the 2023/2024 school year as the population. The total sample in this study was 20 eighth grade students. This study found that students' English vocabulary skills improved after using the duo lingo application in eighth grade students' English learning. The effectiveness of this study is evident from the difference between the pre-test and post-test results, with a mean pretest score of 67.75 and a post-test score of 85.00 indicating the effectiveness of the app. By using paired samples t-test. The result obtained is 0.001. In the rules of the paired t-sample test if the significance is 0.05. From all the results of the analysis, it can be concluded that the use of duo lingo application is effective on students' English vocabulary addition ability. 

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of word mapping technique on vocabulary acquisition of 8th grade students of SMPT Mulia Hati Insani Warungunung. The quantitative research method was conducted using a pseudo-experimental design. The sample of this study amounted to 62 students who were divided into experimental and control classes. Tests were used to collect data on students' vocabulary acquisition scores, and t-test was used to analyze the data. For the experimental class, the average post-test score was (75.35), higher than the pre-test score (34.81). From the independent sample t-test analysis, the value of t count (11.096) > t table (1.671) was obtained. It’s mean Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted.  The effect size value of 2.814 indicates a very large influence. In conclusion, there is a significant effect on speaking ability between students who are taught using the word mapping method and those who are not taught using the word mapping method.    

The objective of this research to identify the faced by the seventh grade students’ at MTsN Tanjung Balai, to identify the causes of students' difficulties in improving vocabulary mastery of seventh grade students at MTsN Tanjung Balai in the 2023/2024 academic year. The population was 54 students and the researcher took a 2 class random sampling design, namely: control class and experimental class to carry out pre-test post-test. Material about describing something. In collecting data, researchers used tests to apply the song mnemonic method for several weeks and compared the pre-test and post-test to determine the effect of applying the song mnemonic method. Then the data obtained was analyzed through five stages, namely normality test, homogeneity test, hypothesis test, effect size test and statistical hypothesis. Finally the researcher found that it showed that the value of the T-test was 7.659 and the degree of freedom (df) was 54 (df-2;54-2=52). The value of T is significant 5% of T-table of db= 2.00. Therefore, the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted and the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected. It can be concluded that the influence of using the song mnemonic method has an influence on increasing students' mastery of English vocabulary. So the suggestion is that teachers must be more creative in developing appropriate learning methods to be taught to support effective learning activities in the classroom.    

This research aims to analyze the effect of using educational games on learning English vocabulary in pre-school children. The background of this research is based on the importance of learning English from an early age, where vocabulary mastery is a crucial basic component. The research method used was an experiment with a pretest-posttest control group design. The research sample consisted of 60 pre-school children who were randomly divided into experimental groups and control groups. The experimental group was given vocabulary learning using various educational games, while the control group used conventional methods. Data was collected through vocabulary tests before and after treatment, as well as observations during the learning process. The results of data analysis show that there is a significant increase in mastery of English vocabulary in the experimental group compared to the control group. These findings indicate that educational games can be an effective method in improving English vocabulary learning in pre-school children. This research suggests that educators consider the integration of educational games in the English language learning curriculum for early childhood.  

Language errors are inappropriate or incorrect use of grammar rules, vocabulary, spelling, or sentence structure in a language. Language errors can occur due to various factors, such as a lack of understanding of grammatical rules, influence from other languages, or lack of awareness of correct and appropriate usage in certain communication situations. This research aims to analyze errors in using Indonesian properly in making presentations by students of the Indonesian Language Education Study Program at Medan State University. The method used for research and collecting data is through direct observation through presentations during lectures via Via-zoom media by recording the progress of the presentation. The implication of this research is the importance of increasing understanding and mastery of good and standard Indonesian for students. The research target is students of the Class C Indonesian language study program class of 2022 at Medan State University in order to improve the quality of presentations for the future.   Keywords:, ,