JISEI: Journal of Islamic Studies and Educational Innovation
Vol. 1 No. 4 (2025): JISEI: Journal of Islamic Studies and Education Innovation (December 2025)

Innovation in Islamic Education Curriculum Based on Religious Moderation in a Multicultural Society

Syahrudin Syahrudin (Institut Agama Islam Riyadlotul Mujahidin Ngabar Ponorogo)
Aan Gunawan (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Ibnurusyd, Kotabumi Lampung)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Dec 2025

Abstract

Innovation in the Islamic education curriculum is essential to respond to the challenges of a multicultural society characterized by religious, ethnic, and cultural diversity. This study aims to analyze the concept, forms, and implications of curriculum innovation in Islamic education based on the values of religious moderation. Using a qualitative approach through literature review and conceptual analysis, this research explores how principles of religious moderation such as tolerance, balance (tawassuth), justice (‘adl), and respect for diversity can be systematically integrated into curriculum objectives, learning materials, teaching strategies, and assessment systems. The findings indicate that curriculum innovation grounded in religious moderation contributes to strengthening inclusive religious understanding, preventing extremism, and fostering harmonious social relations among learners in multicultural settings. Furthermore, the integration of local wisdom, contextual learning, and dialogical pedagogical approaches enhances students’ critical thinking, empathy, and civic responsibility. This study concludes that a religious moderation-based Islamic education curriculum serves as a strategic framework for nurturing moderate, open-minded, and socially responsible Muslim generations capable of living peacefully in a pluralistic society.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jisei

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Subject

Religion Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Description

JISEI: Journal of Islamic Studies and Educational Innovation is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing scholarly discourse in the fields of Islamic studies and educational innovation. The journal serves as a platform for researchers, educators, and scholars to publish high-quality ...