Bestari: Jurnal Studi Pendidikan Islam
Vol 23 No 1 (2026): Studi Pendidikan Islam

Teaching Compassion in the Machine Age: Islamic Pedagogy, Artificial Intelligence, and the Formation of Ethical Citizenship in a Fragmented World

Ismail, Zhang (Unknown)
Nurteti, Lilis (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
16 Jul 2026

Abstract

Artificial intelligence increasingly shapes educational experiences and social interactions worldwide. Its expansion creates opportunities and ethical challenges for citizenship formation. Contemporary societies face fragmentation, polarization, exclusion, and declining social trust. These conditions require educational approaches grounded in compassion and moral responsibility. This article explores Islamic pedagogy as a framework for ethical citizenship. It employs a conceptual and critical review of relevant literature. The analysis examines Islamic educational values alongside emerging AI technologies. Particular attention is given to compassion, justice, empathy, and social solidarity. Findings suggest that Islamic pedagogy offers important ethical guidance. These values can humanize technology-mediated learning environments. They also counter tendencies toward dehumanization and social isolation. Furthermore, compassionate education strengthens civic responsibility in diverse societies. AI should support, not replace, ethical human development. The study proposes integrating Islamic ethical principles into AI-enhanced education. This integration contributes to inclusive, responsible, and compassionate citizenship formation.

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bestari

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Subject

Religion Education

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Bestari: Jurnal Studi Pendidikan Islam| This journal covers textual and fieldwork studies with various perspectives of all educational areas studies including Islamic philosophy of education, Islamic educational psychology, sociology of education, curriculum, learning models, learning strategies, ...