How Mosques Are Using Apps to Teach Arabic in 2026

Mosques and madrasas across the UK, US, and Europe face a common challenge: too many children, not enough qualified Arabic and Quran teachers. Volunteers are stretched thin. Class sizes are too large. Progress is slow. But in 2026, a new model is emerging — mosques are partnering with AI-powered learning apps like Amal and Thurayya to complement their teachers, not replace them.

The Problem: Volunteer Teachers Are Overstretched

Most mosque madrasas rely on volunteer teachers who dedicate their evenings and weekends to teaching children. But volunteers have limited time. Classes often have 15–30 children with mixed abilities. Some children need more repetition, others are ready to move ahead. One teacher can't give personalized attention to every child. Progress stalls.

How Apps Complement Teachers

Apps like Amal and Thurayya don't replace teachers — they extend their reach. Here's how mosques are using them:

• At-home practice: Children use the app at home during the week to practice Arabic letters, words, and Quran recitation. This means they arrive to Saturday madrasa already warmed up.
• Differentiated learning: Faster learners can move ahead in the app. Struggling learners can repeat lessons as many times as needed. The teacher isn't held back trying to keep everyone at the same pace.
• Progress tracking: Teachers can see which children have practiced during the week and where they're stuck. This allows lesson time to focus on gaps, not repetition of basics.
• AI speech recognition: Apps provide instant pronunciation feedback that teachers can't give to 30 children individually in a 60-minute class.

Success Patterns from Mosques Using Apps

Mosques that have adopted this blended model report:

• Children arriving to class with better preparation and confidence
• Teachers spending less time on repetitive basics, more time on advanced concepts
• Higher retention — children enjoy the gamified app experience and stay motivated
• Parents more engaged — they can see their child's progress via the app

Getting Started: Mosque Partnerships

Alphazed offers special partnership pricing for mosques and madrasas. This includes:

• Discounted group subscriptions for madrasa students
• Dashboard access for teachers to monitor student progress
• Onboarding support to help mosques integrate the app into their existing curriculum

If your mosque or madrasa is interested in partnering with Alphazed, visit our Mosque Partnership page to learn more and request a free pilot.

The Future of Islamic Education

Technology won't replace teachers — but it can empower them. By combining the personal guidance of volunteer teachers with the scalability and personalization of AI-powered apps, mosques can provide better Islamic education to more children. The future is hybrid.