PEMANFAATAN MEDIA SOSIAL DALAM PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA ARAB PADA MAHASISWA PBA

Abstract

Social media is often utilized by university students as a learning tool. There are various social media platforms that can be used for learning purposes. This research aims to explore the utilization of social media in the process of learning Arabic language among PBA students at UIN Jakarta, examining the specific media used for learning, the skills sought after on these platforms, as well as their weaknesses, drawbacks, and the purpose of social media usage according to the students' perspectives. The research employed a descriptive qualitative research method by conducting questionnaires distributed among PBA students. The findings of this research are as follows: 1) All students agree that social media significantly aids in learning. 2) The social media platforms chosen for learning Arabic language include Youtube, Instagram, and Tiktok, with the majority of students using Youtube for learning purposes. 3) Among these platforms, the skill (maharah) often sought after is Istima‘ (listening). 4) Social media has both advantages and disadvantages; advantages include engaging content delivery, making it easier for students to comprehend, while the downside is the need for internet data and a stable network connection during media usage. 5) Social media is used with the goal of obtaining information and expanding knowledge about the learning process.