Beliefs of Non-native Arabic Learners about Translation and their Relationship with the Use of Translation Strategies in Learning Arabic
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https://doi.org/10.35516/Edu.2026.15201Keywords:
Beliefs, Translation, Translation strategies, Arabic learnersAbstract
Objectives: This study aimed to identify the beliefs of non-native Arabic learners about using translation as a tool for learning Arabic. It also investigated the extent to which they employ translation strategies and examined the relationship between these two variables.
Methods: To achieve the objectives of this study, the researcher employed a descriptive correlational method. Two instruments were utilized: the "Beliefs of Second Language Learners Toward Translation" scale (IBT), which consists of 24 items, and the "Translation Strategies for Language" scale (ITLS), which ultimately includes 27 items. The study sample comprised 602 male and female learners of Arabic as a second language, enrolled in the Bachelor of Arabic Language and Bachelor of Sharia programs at Yarmouk University. Participants were selected using simple random sampling during the second semester of the academic year 2025/2026.
Results: The findings indicated that non-native Arabic learners held strong beliefs about translation. Additionally, the results showed a high level of utilization of translation strategies in their Arabic learning process. Furthermore, there was a statistically significant positive relationship between the learners' beliefs about translation and their use of translation strategies while learning Arabic.
Conclusion: This study presents empirical evidence showing a connection between non-native Arabic learners' beliefs about translation and their use of translation strategies in learning Arabic.
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