Revisiting the Learning of Calligraphy at School: A Study of Khat Learning in Islamic Junior High School

Abstract

Khat in Islamic calligraphy represents a visual journey through the intricate and magnificent scripts that have adorned Islamic art for centuries. The diverse styles of khat, developed over time, showcase the skill, creativity, and cultural exchange inherent in Islamic calligraphy. From Thuluth’s elegance to Diwani’s ornamental intricacy, khat scripts embody the beauty and richness of Islamic culture and continue to captivate and inspire audiences around the world. This study aims to describe and identify the khat learning in Darus Sholah Islamic Junior High School. Implementing qualitative research approach, the research focus is going to presented comprehensively based on the actual learning process taking place. The data were collected through in-depth interview, observation, and document review. Miles Hubberman and Saldana Analysis was carried out as it includes some stages such as the data condensation, data display, and drawing conclusion. To have a valid data, source and technique triangulation was used. The results of the research suggested that there are three types of khat learning taking place in Darus Sholah Islamic Junior High School.