Kitab an-Nahwu al-Wadhih li Ali al-Jarim wa Mushthafa Amiin: Dirasah al-Thariqah al-Istiqraiyyah

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the book Al-Nahwu al-Wadhih by Ali Al-Jarim and Mustafa Amin in terms of the application of the inductive method, to identify its strengths and weaknesses, and to examine its suitability for teaching Arabic grammar in Indonesia. This study is motivated by the continued use of traditional grammar teaching methods based on memorization and teacher-centered instruction, which often make grammar difficult for learners, particularly beginners. The study employed a descriptive-analytical method using content analysis and was based on Rushdi Ahmad Tu'aimah's theory for analyzing and evaluating teaching materials through five dimensions: book presentation and planning, linguistic aspects and their instruction, cultural aspects and their instruction, exercises and assessment, and supplementary materials. The results show that Al-Nahwu al-Wadhih applies the inductive method clearly and systematically through six main steps: presenting examples, observation and reflection, comparison and contrast, deriving the grammatical rule, formulating and refining the rule, and application and practice. This method has several advantages, including developing students' critical and analytical thinking, making learners the center of the learning process, strengthening the retention of grammatical rules, connecting theory with practice, developing inferential and reasoning skills, and encouraging self-directed learning. However, it also presents several challenges, including requiring more time, being difficult to apply to beginners with limited linguistic backgrounds, requiring competent teachers, the possibility of incorrect conclusions by learners, and its unsuitability for certain grammatical rules. Therefore, the inductive method in Al-Nahwu al-Wadhih is considered suitable for teaching Arabic grammar in Indonesia, provided that it is adapted to learners' levels and educational contexts.