A NEED ANALYSIS FOR DEVELOPING AN ARABIC LANGUAGE ENVIRONMENT MODULE: ESTABLISHING VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY
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https://doi.org/10.55197/qjssh.v6i2.716Keywords:
Arabic language environment, speaking skills, need analysis, module development KUIPsAbstract
This study represents the first phase of developing a module aimed at creating an Arabic-speaking environment at KUIPs, which employs the Design and Development Research (DDR) method. The study aims to establish the validity and reliability of the need analysis questionnaire. The validity of the content was documented through the responses obtained from six experts in various fields, using the CVI analysis. The original 50-item questionnaire was distributed to the experts to be rated based on its relevance. After the analysis, two items with low content validity index (I-CVI) were removed and 48 items were retained. Later, a reliability analysis was conducted on a pilot test carried out among 30 KUIPs students. The results demonstrated an overall Cronbach’s Alpha value of 0.938, indicating strong internal consistency among the items. After a few amendments based on the feedback, the questionnaire is ready to be used for the data collection in the actual study. This need analysis survey holds substantial potential for educators and curriculum developers, providing insights to address the specific needs of the students in KUIPs in improving their Arabic speaking skills.
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