Implementation of Storytelling Method to Enhance Mahārah Kalām of Students at MI Miftahul Huda Dukuhwringin, Tegal Regency, Central Java

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the implementation of storytelling method in enhancing mahārah kalām of fourth-grade students at MI Miftahul Huda Dukuhwringin, Tegal Regency, Central Java. Mahārah kalām represents Arabic speaking skills that often become a challenge for madrasah ibtidaiyah students. The research employed a qualitative approach with classroom action research design conducted in two cycles. Research subjects involved 28 fourth-grade students. Data were collected through observation, interviews, oral tests, and documentation. Research findings revealed significant improvement in students' mahārah kalām ability, with completion percentage increasing from 46% in pre-cycle to 89% in the second cycle. The storytelling method proved effective in enhancing students' confidence, vocabulary, and fluency in speaking Arabic. This research recommends implementing storytelling method as an alternative for teaching mahārah kalām in madrasah ibtidaiyah.