The Educational Concept of the 10th-Century Islamic Scholar Al-Zarnuji and Its Relevance to Cross-Border Adolescent Education
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Al-Zarnuji, Islamic Education, Adolescent Learning, Cross-Border Education, IndonesiaAbstract
This paper explores the educational concepts presented by the 10th-century Islamic scholar Al-Zarnuji, primarily derived from his seminal work “Ta'lim al-Muta'allim”. The study examines how Al-Zarnuji’s principles emphasizing intention (niyyah), discipline, moral development, and teacher-student relationships remain relevant in today’s context, particularly in cross-border adolescent education. Through a qualitative approach supported by literature review and case analysis in Indonesian Islamic boarding schools, this paper argues that Al-Zarnuji’s values provide an essential framework for addressing contemporary educational challenges, especially in multicultural and global learning environments.
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