Increasing Maharah Al Istima' Through Game-Based Learning Media Al-Asrar Al-Mutasalsil for Islamic Boarding School Students in Sidrap Regency

Abstract

This research aims to understand the planning, implementation, and outcomes of improving the al-istima' (listening skills) proficiency of students using the al-asrar al-mutasalsil (whisper chain) game in the 10th-grade class of Madrasah Aliyah at Al Urwatul Wutsqaa Islamic Boarding School in Benteng Sidrap. The research employed the Classroom Action Research method with 18 students in class X2 as the research subjects. Data were collected through tests and observations, and analyzed descriptively both quantitatively and qualitatively. The research was conducted in two cycles, each consisting of two sessions. The results showed that the average scores of students in Cycle I were 64.8 and increased to 89.5 in Cycle II. This data indicates an improvement in students' al-istima' proficiency when using the al-asrar al-mutasalsil game. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the implementation of the al-asrar al-mutasalsil game is effective in enhancing students' listening skills. These positive results contribute to the development of more interactive and enjoyable teaching methods, particularly in the context of Arabic language learning in the Islamic boarding school environment.