A Comparison of Islamic Education Systems in Indonesia and Malaysia: Similarities, Differences, and Challenges in the Modern Era
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https://doi.org/10.70281/7bg6xd18Keywords:
Islamic Education, Indonesia, Malaysia, Comparative EducationAbstract
Islamic education plays an important role in developing religious values, moral character, and intellectual competence. Indonesia and Malaysia share similar Islamic educational foundations but differ in educational governance, institutional structures, and curriculum implementation. These differences and the challenges of globalization and digital transformation highlight the need for comparative research. This study aims to examine the similarities, differences, and challenges of Islamic education systems in both countries. It employs a qualitative comparative approach through library research. Data were collected from academic publications, government policies, curriculum documents, and institutional reports, then analyzed using descriptive and comparative techniques. The findings reveal similarities in educational foundations and objectives, alongside differences in governance, institutional arrangements, and curriculum orientation. Both countries also face challenges related to digital transformation, teacher professionalism, curriculum relevance, and educational quality. This study concludes that Indonesia and Malaysia have distinct strengths and institutional characteristics that offer opportunities for mutual learning. Strengthening educational cooperation, curriculum innovation, and digital literacy is essential to developing adaptive and sustainable Islamic education systems while preserving Islamic values in the modern era.
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