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E-Manual of Arabic Language Activities: A Guide to Functions and
Workflow for Language Week
1
Mohd Islah bin Mohd Yusof,
*2
Mashitah binti Nordin,
3
Kamaruzaman Zali @ Ghazali
1,3
Academy of Language Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Negeri Sembilan Branch, Seremban
Campus, 70300 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
2
Academy of Language Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Negeri Sembilan Branch, Rembau
Campus, 71300 Rembau, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
*Corresponding Author
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.47772/IJRISS.2025.925ILEIID000077
Received: 23 September 2025; Accepted: 30 September 2025; Published: 07 November 2025
ABSTRACT
This innovation introduces the E-Manual of Arabic Language Activities: A Guide to Functions and Workflow
for Language Week as an interactive digital product designed to streamline the organization of Arabic language
activities at UiTM Negeri Sembilan. The manual was developed through four phases: needs analysis, content
design, digital development, and effective testing. It consolidates nine core activities of Language Week
lectures, cooking, explorace, spelling competitions, calligraphy, quizzes, short video screenings, tongue
twisters, and webinars. Each activity is systematically outlined in terms of objectives, workflow, and learning
outcomes, while the integration of infographic visuals, icons, and flowcharts enhances user-friendliness and
accessibility. Findings indicate that the E-Manual improves the effectiveness of teaching Arabic as a third
language, strengthens student motivation, and reduces the administrative workload of lecturers. Overall, this
innovation contributes to the advancement of Arabic language education in a more creative and systematic
manner, aligned with the aspirations of digital education. It also holds significant potential to serve as a
reference model for other language programs in higher education institutions.
Keywords: E-Manual, Arabic Language Activities, Language Week, Educational Innovation, Workflow.
INTRODUCTION
Arabic, as the third language at UiTM, needs to be strengthened through various creative approaches.
Language Week serves as an important platform to enhance students’ interest and proficiency. However, the
absence of a systematic guide poses challenges in management. Therefore, this E-Manual was developed based
on Kolb’s Experiential Learning Cycle, which emphasizes concrete experience, reflection, conceptualization,
and application.
The Arabic Language Festival and Student Sales Exhibition at UiTM Seremban Campus (2023, APB Bulletin,
Edition 11) reported a five-day program involving more than 1,000 students, with lecturers serving as judges
and invited speakers. The activities included lectures, Arabic calligraphy, Arabic and Jawi spelling, cooking,
explorace, and creative video showcases, in addition to talks on technology in Arabic language learning and
mental health. Previous literature (Fauzi Azmi et al., 2020; Abdul Basir Awang & Idris Mansor, 2018) also
highlights that a diversity of co-academic and authentic activities can enhance students motivation,
comprehension, and language skills. For instance, role-play activities have been found effective in
strengthening speaking confidence, while digital vocabulary applications such as Mufradati support interactive
vocabulary acquisition.
Problem Statement
The organization of Arabic Language Week activities at UiTM Negeri Sembilan has previously been less
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structured and not supported by a systematic digital guide. This has led to difficulties in coordinating activities,
an increased administrative burden on lecturers, and limitations in sustaining student interest and motivation.
The absence of a comprehensive interactive reference has also hindered the effective integration of language
activities within the teaching and learning of Arabic as a third language.
Objectives
The main objectives of this innovation are as follows:
1. To provide a structured guide on the functions and workflows of Arabic language activities.
2. To develop an accessible and interactive digital E-Manual.
3. To enhance management efficiency, student participation, and learning outcomes of Language Week.
4. To integrate cultural, artistic, and technological elements into the teaching of Arabic.
Product Description and Methodology
The interactive digital product for Arabic Language Week consolidates nine core activitieslectures, cooking,
explorace, spelling, calligraphy, quizzes, video screenings, tongue twisters, and webinars. Each activity is
systematically designed with clear objectives, workflows, learning outcomes, rubrics, and feedback forms. The
manual also incorporates infographics, flowcharts, and QR codes for easy access.
The key features of this product include its role as a systematic and interactive guide, digital-friendly design
(icons, infographics, QR codes), holistic integration of educational, cultural, and artistic elements, and its
updatable, expandable, and versatile format suitable for both students and lecturers.
This study adopts Kolb’s Experiential Learning Model, which consists of four main phases:
1. Concrete Experience engaging in direct experience.
2. Reflective Observation reflecting on the outcomes of the experience.
3. Abstract Conceptualization analyzing and conceptualizing the results.
4. Active Experimentation applying the knowledge through practical action.
This approach enables a comprehensive evaluation of activity effectiveness by examining students direct
experiences, observations of outcomes, conceptual analysis, and proposed follow-up actions.
Concrete Experience
During Arabic Language Week 2025, various activities were conducted, and the high level of student
participation demonstrated genuine interest and direct engagement in enjoyable informal learning experiences.
Reflective Observation
Analysis of the final examination results revealed a 100% pass rate, with no recorded failures. The correlation
between activity participation and average grades is as follows:
TAC401: Performance was dominated by A+ and A grades. Students who actively participated in
webinars and calligraphy demonstrated the highest achievement.
TAC451: Grades varied; however, students who engaged in tongue twisters and quizzes were more
likely to obtain grade A.
TAC501: The majority achieved A and A-. Participation in spelling and tongue twister activities
strengthened both fluency and language accuracy.
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Abstract Conceptualization
Based on the analysis of student data and achievements, several key success concepts can be concluded:
Student engagement in diverse language-based co-curricular activities contributes significantly to
improved academic performance.
Activities such as webinars and calligraphy not only enhance content understanding but also boost
student motivation.
Tongue twister and spelling activities have a more specific impact in strengthening fluency in speaking
and accuracy in spelling.
Active Experimentation Recommendations for Improvement and Follow-Up Actions
Based on the findings and Kolb’s learning model, the following recommendations are proposed for future
implementation:
Design more structured and diverse activities tailored to students proficiency levels.
Encourage student participation in at least two or more activities throughout the program to maximize
learning outcomes.
Utilize activity outcome data as a foundation for developing supportive curricula grounded in
experiential learning.
Integrate culture, technology, and creative pedagogy through activities such as competitions, lectures,
and workshops to reinforce holistic Arabic language learning.
Each activity, whether ongoing or newly introduced, should be evaluated in terms of its objectives, workflow,
and outcomes to ensure effective implementation. The following flowchart illustrates this process:
Table 1 Workflow of Arabic Language Activities
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The study involved a total of 1,163 students, comprising 322 students (TAC401), 334 students (TAC451), and
507 students (TAC501). Analysis of the final examination results indicated a 100% pass rate, with no recorded
failures. While there were variations in achievement across grade distributions, none of the students failed
(0%).
In terms of participation in Arabic Language Week 2025 activities, the highest involvement was
recorded in the Arabic quiz (78%), followed by video screenings (72%), webinars (65%), and the Arabic
tongue twister (62%). Participation in spelling (60%) and calligraphy (55%) was moderate. Data further
revealed that students who actively participated in more than two activities tended to achieve higher average
grades compared to those with lower levels of involvement.
Table 2 Analysis of Final Grades and Participation in Arabic Language Week 2025 Activities
All participation figures are drawn from the study sample and represent the number of students who
took part in each activity during Arabic Language Week 2025. Accordingly, the interpretation is as
follows:
Relationship Between Grades and Activities
For TAC401, student performance was dominated by high grades (A+ and A). Active participation in webinars
and calligraphy was correlated with stronger academic achievement.
For TAC451, results showed greater grade variation; however, students who participated in tongue twisters and
quizzes were more likely to achieve grade A.
For TAC501, the majority attained grades A and A. Engagement in spelling and tongue twisters had a positive
impact on fluency and spelling accuracy.
Impact of Activities
Webinars and calligraphy recorded the highest participation levels, directly contributing to academic
performance and student motivation.
Although participation in tongue twisters and spelling was lower, these activities made specific contributions
to improving fluency and linguistic accuracy.
Quizzes and video screenings enhanced vocabulary comprehension and increased learning motivation.
Overall Interpretation
Overall, the data confirm that student participation in a variety of language-based co-curricular activities has a
positive effect on academic achievement and overall mastery of the Arabic language.
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Figure 1 Visual Graph of Average Grades by Course and Student Participation in Arabic Language
Week 2025
Blue bars: Average grades for TAC401, TAC451, and TAC501 (A+ = 4.3, A = 4.0, A = 3.7, C = 2.0).
Green line: Number of participants in activities such as quizzes, spelling, calligraphy, webinars, tongue
twisters, and video screenings.
This graph illustrates the correlation between student engagement in co-curricular activities and academic
performance. The findings reinforce the view that structured festivals or programs combining competitions,
lectures, and exhibitions not only stimulate student interest but also create opportunities for integrating culture,
technology, and creative pedagogy in Arabic language learning at higher education institutions.
The results demonstrate that activities designed with clear objectives, structured workflows, and measurable
outcomes yield a positive impact on both student performance and mastery of Arabic. The application of
Kolb’s Experiential Learning Cycle as the methodological framework strengthens this analysis, enabling the
study not only to evaluate the effectiveness of current programs but also to establish a foundation for designing
more effective language programs in the future.
Potential and Commercialization
This product has strong potential for use in schools, universities, language centers, and training agencies. It
may also be commercialized in the form of an interactive PDF or as a mobile application. As an interactive
digital innovation, it is holistic, systematic, and suitable for both students and lecturers.
The E-Manual of Arabic Language Activities: A Guide to Functions and Workflow for Language Week brings
significant impact across multiple levelsstudents, lecturers, institutions, the academic community, and
society at large. From the student perspective, it enhances motivation, vocabulary mastery, and confidence in
using Arabic through authentic and interactive activities. From the lecturer perspective, the E-Manual functions
as an official guide that streamlines the organization of activities, thereby reducing administrative burdens and
allowing lecturers to focus more on pedagogical aspects. At the institutional level, the product demonstrates a
commitment to innovation and the quality of language teaching by highlighting an integrated approach that
combines education, culture, arts, and technology.
The contributions of this innovation are also evident across three main dimensions:
Academic: It serves as a scholarly reference for teaching Arabic and holds potential for integration into
action research and extended studies.
Economic: It carries added value through commercial publication or digital subscription models,
providing opportunities for revenue generation.
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Social and Cultural: It enriches students understanding of Arab-Islamic culture through artistic
activities, communication, and global interaction, contributing to the development of a well-balanced
academic identity and character.
Novelty
The E-Manual stands out as it was developed in an interactive digital format, incorporating infographics, visual
icons, flowcharts, and a user-friendly PDF design. It systematically documents nine core activities while
integrating elements of education, culture, arts, communication, and technology.
By merging education, technology, and culture, the E-Manual streamlines the implementation of Language
Week. It enhances student motivation, facilitates lecturers’ work, and supports the aspirations of digital
education. Moreover, the product holds strong potential for adoption and expansion to other institutions.
Future Research Recommendation
Future research should aim to strengthen the effectiveness and broader adoption of the E-Manual of Arabic
Language Activities. A pre/post-test or control group study is recommended to provide stronger evidence of
learning outcomes and better understand the manual’s impact on students’ Arabic language proficiency. To
support data-driven improvements, the digital manual should be enhanced with usage tracking features, such as
click data, time spent on tasks, and rubric scores. Usability can be improved through iterative testing, including
expert reviews and think-aloud sessions with users, with documented revisions based on feedback. For
transparency, future studies should include full measurement tools, such as rubrics and questionnaires, in an
appendix, and reflect on potential developer bias in the design and evaluation process. The literature review
can be expanded to include recent research in educational user experience (UX), learning analytics, and digital
tools for language learning. Lastly, a clear sustainability and commercialization plan should be developed,
addressing technical requirements, multilingual support, accessibility features, and steps for institutional
adoption across other campuses or language programs.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The authors would like to express their gratitude to UiTM Negeri Sembilan Branch, the lecturers, the students
of TAC401, TAC451, and TAC501, as well as the development team for their invaluable contributions in
realizing the E-Manual of Arabic Language Activities. It is hoped that this innovation will bring meaningful
benefits to the teaching and learning of languages in a digital and systematic manner.
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