Electronic Application Models for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers A Practical Integration of Infographics, Interactive E-Books, and Mind-Mapping Tools

Abstract

Language is a system of phonetic symbols and a network of interrelated structures governed by grammatical rules, and at the same time, it is a means of communication. Accordingly, the teaching of Arabic to non-native speakers has traditionally proceeded from these two foundational principles: language as an integrated  and cohesive system and language as a communicative tool. Teachers of Arabic have therefore placed particular emphasis on the four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, to enable learners to practice the language authentically and to acquire linguistic faculty.

This study examines how Arabic can be taught to non-native speakers as a linguistic system that empowers learners to develop their language skills, and explores the extent to which modern electronic educational tools contribute to facilitating the teaching of Arabic and enabling learners to practice it effectively.

The aim of this research is to present electronic application models used in teaching Arabic to non-native speakers, drawing on digital resources suitable for the elementary and intermediate levels. These include the use of interactive infographic-based textbooks, the integration of diverse digital media to develop language skills and grammatical competence, as well as the adoption of digital mind maps that emphasize strategies of digital interaction and encourage learner participation and exploration.