PENERAPAN PERMAINAN FLASHCARD UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PENGUASAAN KOSAKATA BAHASA ARAB SISWA KELAS VII MTS AL IQRO WERANG MANGGARAI BARAT

Abstract

A limited command of Arabic vocabulary is one of the obstacles affecting students’ ability to understand Arabic language learning materials. Therefore, this study aims to improve the Arabic vocabulary proficiency of seventh-grade students at MTs Al Iqro Werang in West Manggarai through the use of flashcard games. This study employed a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach based on Kurt Lewin’s model, conducted over two cycles. Each cycle comprised four stages—planning, implementation, observation, and reflection—and began with a pre-cycle stage. The study sample consisted of 27 seventh-grade students. Data were collected through observation, testing, and documentation, while data analysis employed both qualitative and quantitative descriptive techniques. The results showed that the percentage of students who met the Minimum Competency Criteria (KKM) in the pre-cycle stage was 40.74%; this increased to 66.67% in Cycle I and further rose to 85.18% in Cycle II. This increase exceeded the classical mastery target of 75% and was supported by increased learning motivation, student engagement in the learning process, and improved vocabulary retention through the use of flashcard games. Thus, flashcard games are effective as an alternative strategy in Arabic language learning to improve students’ vocabulary mastery