Arabic Learning Based on Language Laboratory to Improve Student Proficiency

This research is aimed; (a) to describe the spatial layout of Arabic language learning based on language laboratories, (b) to describe Arabic learning material using a Laboratory, (c) to describe the activities of lecturers and students in learning Arabic using a language laboratory, (d) to describe the monitoring and evaluation of laboratory-based Arabic learning at the University of Jambi. This research uses a descriptive method with quantitative and qualitative data. The sample of this study was students and lecturers from the Department of Arabic Language who took part in practicum lectures using language laboratories at the University of Jambi in the academic year 2018-2019 using purposive sampling techniques. The results of research findings are: 1). In the aspect of the utilization of the Language Laboratory of listening activities with the acquisition of a total score of 190 and produced a percentage of 47.5%. If interpreted in Figure 4.17, the percentage of 47.5% is between the percentage of 40-60% and is included in a sufficient category. 2). In the aspect of utilizing the Language Laboratory for speaking activities with the acquisition of a total score reaching 286 and producing a percentage of 47.6%. If interpreted in Figure 4.18, the percentage of 47.6% is between the percentage of 40-60% and is included in the sufficient category. It can be concluded that the motivation of students in listening to various Arabic news and talks is sufficient.