Implementation of the Imla' Method in Improving the Writing Skills of Ula/MI Students at the Darul Uluum Fastabiqul Khoirot Islamic Boarding School, Air Hitam, North Labuhanbatu

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the imla' method in improving the Arabic writing skills of Ula/Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students at the Darul Uluum Fastabiqul Khoirot Air Hitam Islamic Boarding School, North Labuhanbatu, motivated by the low accuracy of writing hijaiyah letters and the importance of strengthening basic literacy in Islamic education. This study also departs from the urgency of maintaining traditional methods that are considered still relevant amidst the development of modern learning technology. The study uses a qualitative approach with a case study design, involving subjects of grade IV students, teachers, heads of educational units, and parents through purposive sampling techniques. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, participatory observation, and documentation, then analyzed using an interactive model through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions with triangulation to ensure validity. The results of the study indicate that the gradual application of the imla' method through imla' manqul, manzhur, and istima'i can significantly improve students' writing skills, marked by increased accuracy in writing letters and harakat, neatness of writing, and reduced spelling errors. In addition, an increase in students' concentration, accuracy, and memory was found as a result of the integration of listening and writing activities. In conclusion, the imla' method is an effective and relevant approach as a foundation for learning Arabic literacy at the elementary level, and can be integrated with modern learning innovations. This study recommends the development of a technology-based Imla' method and quantitative testing to strengthen the findings. Keywords: imla' method, writing ability, Arabic, MI students, Islamic boarding school learning.