Research in Arabic Receptive Skills is a scholarly journal that focuses on research and studies related to the development, teaching, learning, and assessment of Arabic receptive language skills, namely listening (istimā‘) and reading (qirā’ah). The journal aims to provide a scientific platform for researchers, educators, and practitioners to disseminate high-quality research that contributes to the advancement of Arabic language education in various educational contexts.

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

• Theories and models of Arabic receptive language acquisition

• Teaching and learning strategies for Arabic listening and reading skills

• Curriculum development for Arabic receptive skills

• Assessment and evaluation of Arabic listening and reading proficiency

• Arabic reading comprehension and listening comprehension studies

• Learning materials and media for Arabic receptive skills

• Technology-enhanced learning in Arabic receptive skills (e-learning, digital texts, audio-visual media)

• Error analysis and learner difficulties in Arabic receptive skills

• Psycholinguistic and sociolinguistic perspectives on Arabic receptive skills

• Arabic receptive skills in formal, non-formal, and informal education settings

The journal welcomes empirical research, conceptual papers, literature reviews, and case studies that offer original insights and practical implications for improving Arabic receptive skills education at local, national, and international levels.