Identifying motivational factors in nahwu courses using Principal Component analysis (Pca): A study of Arabic language education students

Khairani, Annisa Raina, Fikri, Shofil ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2679-6660, Syaqifah, Iklil, Juliansyah, Iqbal and Syalsabila, Annisa (2026) Identifying motivational factors in nahwu courses using Principal Component analysis (Pca): A study of Arabic language education students. Abjadia: International Journal of Education, 11 (1). pp. 337-348. ISSN 2443-0587

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Abstract

The challenges faced by students in studying Nahwu, an essential component of the Arabic language, often relate to the complexity of its rules, making it feel difficult and diminishing learning motivation. This study aims to analyze the factors influencing students' learning motivation in Nahwu courses at the university level, offering solutions through a deeper understanding of intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, and amotivation. The research employed a descriptive quantitative method with factor analysis using Principal Component Analysis (PCA). Data were collected over a one-month period via questionnaires from 46 fifth-semester students (cohort 2020) in the Arabic Language Education Program at UIN Datokarama Palu. The motivation indicators employed in this study were based on the Academic Motivation Scale (AMS) developed by Robert J. Vallerand, which comprises seven distinct indicators. The findings reveal two main factors affecting learning motivation: the Self-Regulation Factor, which is associated with positive motivation, and the Helplessness Factor, reflecting feelings of inability. These findings are expected to provide insights for educators in creating effective teaching methods to enhance students' motivation and learning outcomes in Nahwu courses.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	principal component analysis; learning motivation; nahwu; self-determination theory; higher education
Subjects:	20 LANGUAGE, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE > 2003 Language Studies 20 LANGUAGE, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE > 2004 Linguistics
Divisions:	Faculty of Sharia and Law > Department of Sharia Business Law
Depositing User:	Shofil Fikri
Date Deposited:	27 Apr 2026 15:17

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