ENGLISH EDI - MAQASID AL SHARIAH STRATEGY FOR ISLAMIC CYBER EDUCATION
The rapid digitalization of education is reshaping the educational landscape, presenting unique opportunities and challenges. This book enters the field with an innovative and much-needed approach, pioneering the concept of Cyber Education grounded in the principles of Maqasid al-Shariah—the higher objectives of Islamic law. By aligning cyber education practices with Islamic values, the author not only preserves the integrity of Islamic ethics but also extends them into the virtual sphere, thus presenting a model that is simultaneously modern and rooted in tradition.
Central to this work is the Shayaa Othman Cyber Education Value Chain Strategy Model (2024), a framework that thoughtfully applies Porter’s Value Chain to the digital educational environment, with Maqasid al-Shariah as the guiding strategy. This approach ensures that each aspect of educational delivery—from course design and technology development to student support—is imbued with values prioritising ethical responsibility, holistic development, and social welfare. The author’s application of this model is both academically rigorous and highly practical, offering a pathway for institutions to implement a value-driven education system that resonates deeply with Islamic ideals.
The book proposes both the International Islamic Cyber Education Center (IICEC) and the International Islamic Cyber University (IICU) models, providing a versatile blueprint for institutions looking to expand Islamic education globally without compromising on quality or values. The IICEC model serves as an accessible, scalable hub for Islamic education, connecting students with reputable programs from partner universities worldwide. The IICU model, on the other hand, envisions a fully accredited online university, promising a transformative role in delivering comprehensive Islamic education.
This book is an essential resource for educators, administrators, and policymakers who aspire to harness the potential of technology in education while upholding Islamic ethics. I commend this groundbreaking work with great pleasure and anticipation, which I believe will serve as a beacon for Islamic education in the digital age.
Prof Emeritus Dato’ Wira Dr Jamil Osman
Advisor, International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) USA, East & South East Asia Regional Center, Malaysia, International Islamic University Malaysia [IIUM], 8th November 2024