SCOPE OF THE ISLAMIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM

Abstract

This study examines the scope of the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum and the fundamental principles guiding its development. The PAI curriculum plays a crucial role in shaping students to become individuals who are faithful, pious, and of noble character. However, technological advancement and social change require a curriculum that is more adaptive and relevant to contemporary needs. Using a library research method, this study reviews books, scholarly articles, and related documents. The findings reveal that the PAI curriculum encompasses the domains of creed, worship, morality, Qur’an and Hadith, Islamic history and culture, as well as Arabic language. Its formulation is based on religious, philosophical, psychological, social, and pedagogical principles. The study highlights the importance of continuously updating the PAI curriculum to ensure it remains comprehensive, contextual, and responsive to modern educational challenges.