Document Type : Original Article
Authors
1 Ph.D. in Arabic Language and Literature, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran.
2 Assistant Professor, Department of Arabic Language and Literature, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran.
Abstract
Language is a fundamental tool for communication among humans, and it is shaped and developed through interaction with society and culture. Roman Jakobson, by presenting a theory in the field of communication, introduced six main functions of language based on various factors in the communication process. Accordingly, examining the functions of language in curricula-especially in the book "Arabic: The Language of the Quran 3" for twelfth grade-is of particular importance, as it can play an effective role in strengthening students’ communication skills. Based on this, the present study, using content analysis and a descriptive approach, investigates the presence and distribution of Roman Jakobson’s language functions in various sections of the book "Arabic: The Language of the Quran 3" for twelfth grade. The findings show that all six language functions of Jakobson’s theory are present in the book, but their distribution is not uniform. The metalinguistic function, with a share of 44.99% of all units, has the largest share, indicating that the book mainly focuses on linguistic ability and logical thinking. This imbalance indicates the dominance of a logical and structural educational approach to language, with less attention paid to emotional and motivational aspects. The study also shows that the content of the book pursues diverse educational goals that are aligned with Iran’s cultural and identity context and the connection of the Arabic language with Islam, and it can play a role in strengthening the religious and cultural identity of students.
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