EDUKASIA: Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan Islam
Vol 19, No 1 (2024): EDUKASIA

Harmonizing Knowledge: The Synthesis of Secular and Religious Education in Kerala's Islamic Institutions

Salman Ul Faris Wafy (Busthanul Uloom Arabic College, Kannur, Kerala)



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Publish Date
30 Jun 2024

Abstract

This study examines the integration of secular and religious curricula in Islamic education schools in Kerala, India, renowned for its progressive educational practices. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research utilized qualitative analysis of structural frameworks, teaching methodologies, and community involvement alongside quantitative assessment of student outcomes. The study highlights how Kerala's model successfully blends modern academic subjects with traditional Islamic teachings, fostering comprehensive development in students. Key findings include the impact on academic performance, moral development, and social cohesion, suggesting that this balanced approach equips students with religious values and practical skills essential for contemporary society. By providing a case study of Kerala's unique model, the research offers insights for other regions to enhance their educational systems' quality and inclusivity, promoting intellectual growth, critical thinking, and interfaith harmony while preserving religious heritage.

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Edukasia

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Articles to be received and published in the Journal of EDUKASIA are included in the scope of inclusive Islamic Education. Curriculum development and implementation of inclusive Islamic education; Learning media of inclusive Islamic education; Learning strategy of inclusive Islamic education; ...