Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Islamic education in Indonesia continues to evolve in response to modernization and globalization, particularly with the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum, which emphasizes deep learning and student-centered approaches. One classical work that remains relevant in the context of Islamic education is Ta‘līm al-Muta‘allim by al-Zarnūjī, which outlines the fundamental principles of seeking knowledge. This study aims to analyze the relevance of al-Zarnūjī's educational concepts in Ta‘līm al-Muta‘allim in the context of Islamic education in Indonesia and to develop strategies for implementing these values in the Merdeka Curriculum. The research employs qualitative analysis of al-Zarnūjī’s concepts and a literature review of current Islamic education and the Merdeka Curriculum. The results indicate that al-Zarnūjī’s values—including sincere intentions, diligence, effective learning methods, and the teacher-student relationship—remain highly relevant and can strengthen the modern curriculum. Implementing these values in the Merdeka Curriculum requires strategies, such as integration into project-based learning, teacher training, development of teaching materials, and character building through extracurricular activities. Contribution: The research therefore, emphasize the importance of aligning classical Islamic education with modern curricula to develop well-rounded students grounded in moral values. Unlike previous studies, this research offers a practical framework for implementing al-Zarnūjī’s concepts through project-based learning, teacher training, and character development initiatives. The findings underscore the significance of aligning classical Islamic education with contemporary pedagogical approaches to cultivate well-rounded students with strong moral foundations.
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4411196006