Building an Effective Quran Learning System with Prototyping Model

Abstract

This study presents the development of an Android-based Qur’anic learning application using the Sahlun method, which combines the theoretical structure of the Ummi method with the oral articulation practices of Riyadhatul Lisan. To ensure user-centered design, the application was developed using the prototyping model, allowing iterative refinement based on user feedback throughout the development cycle. The application aims to address the pedagogical gap often found in Qur’anic Education Centers (TPA), where theoretical tajwid instruction lacks integration with practical articulation training. The system was evaluated using the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) method involving Sahlun method practitioners. The results demonstrate that the application significantly improves the efficiency of reading record-keeping, supports systematic monitoring of student progress, and is perceived as user-friendly and contextually appropriate. These findings validate the effectiveness of the prototyping approach in developing digital Islamic educational tools and underscore the potential of the Sahlun method’s digitalization to support structured, modern Qur’anic instruction.