The Effectiveness Of Problem Based Learning In Improving Arabic Reading Skills

Abstract

The Problem Based Learning method relates learning material to real-world situations to help students understand Arabic material better. A quantitative study with an experimental approach was conducted to determine the effectiveness of using the PBL method on Arabic reading skills. The one group pretest posttest design was used in this study. The results of the study show that in general, the results of the study revealed that the application of PBL in reading courses in general was effective both in terms of the learning process and learning outcomes. However, the research findings show the application of PBL in learning in reading courses becomes less effective for students who have low competency levels, poor learning attitudes, lack of willingness to learn, low learning discipline, and are less active in classroom. Keywords: Problem Based Learning; PBL; Arabic Learning; Reading Skills.