Integration of Social Media as a Learning Resource in Improving the Qira'ah Ability of Madrasah Aliyah Students of Gorontalo City

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of social media integration in qira’ah learning at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 1 Kota Gorontalo, focusing on enhancing students' learning motivation and reading skills. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through observations, interviews, and questionnaires. The findings revealed that social media increased students' motivation by up to 85% and improved their reading skills, including reading speed (35%), vocabulary acquisition (42%), and comprehension of main ideas (31%). Social media also strengthened student-teacher interactions by 56% and boosted active participation in online discussions to 82%. The implications of this study demonstrated that social media integration not only supported adaptive learning but also addressed challenges in qira’ah instruction. This study recommended teacher training to effectively utilize social media in technology-based learning. Such integration has the potential to make Arabic language learning more relevant and engaging for the digital generation.
Kata kunci: Integration, Social media, Maharatul Qira’ah