Curriculum Renewal for Islamic Education: Critical Perspectives on Teaching Islam in Primary and Secondary Schools

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This book demonstrates why and how it is necessary to redesign Islamic Education curriculum in the K-12 sector globally. From Western public schools that integrate Muslim perspectives to be culturally responsive, to public and private schools in Muslim minority and majority contexts that teach Islamic studies as a core subject or teach from an Islamic perspective, the volume highlights the unique global and sociocultural contexts that support the disparate trajectories of Islamic Education curricula. Divided into three distinct parts, the text discusses current Islamic education curricula and considers new areas for inclusion as part of a general renewal effort that includes developing curricula from an Islamic worldview, and the current aspirations of Islamic education globally. By providing insights on key concepts related to teaching Islam, case studies of curriculum achievements and pitfalls, and suggested processes and pillars for curriculum development, contributors present possibilities for researchers and educators to think about teaching Islam differently. This text will benefit researchers, doctoral students, and academics in the fields of secondary education, Islamic education, and curriculum studies. Those interested in religious education as well as the sociology and theory of religion more broadly will also enjoy this volume. Cover Half Title Series Page Title Page Copyright Page Dedication CONTENTS List of Figures List of Tables About the Contributors Series Editor Foreword 1. Introduction PART 1: Islamic Studies Curriculum 2. Qur’an: Curriculum Realities and Ideals 3. Fiqh (Practical Living): Curriculum Realities and Ideals 4. ‘Aqida (Creed): Curriculum Realities and Ideals 5. Seerah (Prophetic History): Curriculum Realities and Ideals 6. Akhlaq (Character): Curriculum Realities and Ideals PART 2: Islamic Worldview Shaping Curriculum 7. Teaching Islamic History within a Global Paradigm and Integrated Curriculum 8. Science Curriculum from an Islamic Worldview 9. A Strength-Based Approach to Religion and Spirituality for Muslim Learners in Health and Physical Education 10. Approaching Music and Fine Arts from Faith-Centered Muslim Lenses PART 3: Islam Inspired Curriculum Renewal 11. Considering Human Development in Islamic Education 12. Devising an Islamic Approach to Learning and Teaching Through Hadīth Jibrīl – Reorienting Ourselves Toward Educating from within an Islamic Worldview 13. Sitting, Debating, Memorizing, and Discipleship 14. Evaluating, Redeveloping, and Action Planning – Advice for Educators 15. Conclusion: Emerging Insights on Islamic Education Curriculum Renewal Index