Arabic Language Learning through Musicalization, Drama, and Sholawat in Fostering Religious Muslim Intellectuals at UIN Maliki Malang and UII Dalwa Pasuruan

Abstract

Abstract. This study aims to analyze the model of Arabic language learning through poetry musicalization, drama, and shalawat in fostering religious Muslim intellectuals at UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang and UII Dalwa Pasuruan. The research background is based on the challenges of the Industrial Revolution 4.0, which has led to moral and cultural degradation, thus requiring a more humanistic, religious, and contextual educational format. Using a qualitative approach and a multiple-case study design, this research involved students, lecturers, santri, and pesantren leaders as participants. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and document analysis, then analyzed using thematic techniques. The findings reveal that at UIN Maliki, musicalization functions as a medium for enhancing linguistic competence, digital creativity, and soft skills development. At UII Dalwa, however, musicalization emphasizes the strengthening of religious identity, the preservation of pesantren traditions, and the formation of collective spirituality. These differences illustrate the pedagogical flexibility of musicalization, which can be adapted to both modern and traditional contexts. Theoretically, this study contributes to holistic learning discourse by incorporating religious and cultural dimensions. Practically, it offers an alternative model that integrates cognitive, affective, psychomotor, religious, and digital domains within Arabic language learning.