Through a framework of cognitive psychology, this study explores the cognitive processes involved in memorising the Qur 'an using the Information Processing Approach (IPA). This study adopts a qualitative case study design consisting of indepth interviews with five (5) experienced huffaz (memorisers of the Qur'an). The responses revealed that sensory memory, Short-Term Memory (STM) and Long-Term Memory (LTM) processes are involved in memorising the Qur' an. During the sensory memory stage, participants highlighted the importance of teacher-student face-to-face encounter to ensure students achieved proficient Qur' anic recitation based on a recognized sanad (recitation style) before they start to memorise. This significant process is termed as talaqqi-musyafahah (face-to-face verbal instruction). Due to the fact that the Qur'an is Kalamullah (Speech of Allah), all participants pointed out that careful attention to details is critical. Participants emphasized the need to observe high lev.....

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