Exploring CEFR implementation in Arabic Language teaching: knowledge, perceptions, and challenges among teachers

Abdul Malik, Faridah and Ahmad, Lily Azlina and Salleh, Nellia Lizrina (2025) Exploring CEFR implementation in Arabic Language teaching: knowledge, perceptions, and challenges among teachers. International Journal Of Research And Innovation In Social Science (IJRISS), IX (X). pp. 8228-8242. ISSN 2454-6186

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Abstract

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is now widely used in language education, including Arabic. This study examined how Arabic Language teachers at the Centre for Languages and Pre-Academic Language Development (CELPAD, IIUM) engage with a CEFR aligned curriculum, focusing on their knowledge, perceptions, and challenges. A survey adapted from Ngu and Aziz (2019) was distributed to all staff in the department and included items on familiarity with CEFR, classroom practice, and curriculum implementation. The results show that teachers are generally aware of CEFR and recognise its relevance for teaching and assessment. They viewed CEFR as useful for setting benchmarks and guiding curriculum but reported uneven knowledge beyond the reference levels and difficulties in applying descriptors to lesson planning and student assessment. Teachers also identified the shortage of localized materials, limited training, and incomplete alignment between curriculum and assessment as barriers. These findings show that while CEFR is positively received and valued as a framework, its effective use in Arabic Language teaching requires stronger institutional support, sustained professional development, and resources designed specifically for Arabic.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	CEFR, Arabic language teaching, teacher perceptions, curriculum implementation
Subjects:	L Education > LB Theory and practice of education
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Centre for Languages and Pre-University Academic Development (CELPAD) > English Language Division Centre for Languages and Pre-University Academic Development (CELPAD)
Depositing User:	Mrs. Lily Azlina Ahmad
Date Deposited:	15 Dec 2025 08:10
Last Modified:	15 Dec 2025 08:10
Queue Number:	2025-12-Q562
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/125223

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