Focus and Scope

The Journal for Education and Sharia is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to publishing scholarly works in the fields of education and Islamic law (Sharia). This journal serves as a platform for researchers, academics, and practitioners to share their insights, theories, and empirical studies related to these two critical domains. It aims to bridge the gap between educational advancements and Sharia law, fostering interdisciplinary discussions that contribute to the development of knowledge.

The scope of this journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. Islamic Education

  • Curriculum development in Islamic education
  • Teaching methodologies in Islamic studies
  • Integration of Islamic values in modern education
  • Comparative studies on Islamic and secular education systems

2. Educational Philosophy and Policy

  • Philosophical foundations of education in Islam
  • Islamic perspectives on educational policies
  • Government regulations on Islamic education
  • The role of education in shaping moral and ethical values

3. Sharia and Islamic Law

  • Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh) and contemporary issues
  • Legal frameworks of Islamic law in modern society
  • Comparative studies between Islamic and Western legal systems
  • Application of Sharia in finance, business, and governance

4. Modern Educational Technology in Islamic Studies

  • Digital transformation in Islamic education
  • The role of artificial intelligence in religious learning
  • E-learning platforms for Islamic studies
  • The impact of social media on Islamic education and law

5. Islamic Family and Social Law

  • Marriage, divorce, and inheritance laws in Islam
  • Women’s rights and gender equality in Islamic law
  • Child protection and welfare in Islamic jurisprudence
  • Social justice and human rights in Islamic thought

6. Education and Leadership in Islam

  • Leadership roles in Islamic educational institutions
  • Ethical leadership from an Islamic perspective
  • Character-building and moral education in Islam
  • Training and professional development of Islamic educators

7. Sharia Economic and Financial Systems

  • Islamic banking and finance principles
  • Halal business practices and entrepreneurship
  • Zakat (charity), waqf (endowment), and social welfare
  • The role of Sharia compliance in global economics

8. Contemporary Challenges in Education and Islamic Law

  • Addressing radicalism and extremism through education
  • Ethical dilemmas in the application of Islamic law
  • The role of education in countering Islamophobia
  • Sharia and human rights: Compatibility and challenges

9. Comparative Studies in Education and Law

  • Cross-cultural perspectives on Islamic and global education systems
  • The impact of globalization on Islamic education and law
  • Interfaith and intercultural dialogue in education
  • The relationship between traditional and modern legal systems

10. Sustainable Development and Islamic Perspectives

  • Environmental ethics in Islam
  • Islamic principles on sustainability in education and governance
  • The role of education in promoting sustainable development
  • Islamic contributions to global sustainability goals

The Journal for Education and Sharia welcomes research articles, theoretical studies, case studies, and literature reviews that contribute to the discourse on education and Islamic law, fostering academic dialogue and knowledge dissemination.