Document Type
Article
Source of Publication
Religions
Publication Date
1-1-2023
Abstract
In the nascent discourse of Islam and science, the discussion of how to reconcile evolution with Islam is one of the most, if not the most, pressing concerns. This article reviews the various studies that have looked at the reception of evolution in multiple contexts to highlight the pedagogical challenges that materialise for Muslim students and teachers. It argues that, while recognising the obstacles and challenges mentioned in other studies, the crucial subject matter of Islamic theology (ʿaqīda) is not fully appreciated in those analyses. How and why theology is a vital discussion matter is examined, along with the benefits that it can offer. These insights could provide fodder for teachers and students when discussing the thorny topic of Islam and evolution in classroom settings. This paper’s deliberations could also be of interest to researchers examining the pedagogy and reception of evolution in Muslim contexts.
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ISSN
Publisher
MDPI AG
Volume
14
Issue
1
Disciplines
Education | Islamic Studies
Keywords
evolution, Islam, Muslim, pedagogy, science, students, teachers, theology
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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Recommended Citation
Malik, Shoaib Ahmed, "Challenges and Opportunities in Teaching Interdisciplinary Courses on Islam and Evolution: A Theology-Centric Perspective" (2023). All Works. 5639.
https://zuscholars.zu.ac.ae/works/5639
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Open Access
yes
Open Access Type
Gold: This publication is openly available in an open access journal/series