Advancing Islamic Psychology Education: Knowledge Integration, Model, and Application

This book provides academic and clinical institutions with an Islamic paradigm for developing educational programs in psychology, psychotherapy, and counseling. It proposes a vertically and horizontally integrated, embedded curriculum model that incorporates indigenous cultural aspects and emerging technologies to reflect new and creative ways of thinking about delivering education in the post-Covid-19 era. The chapters demonstrate how curriculum development based on Islamic education helps institutions establish purpose, define activities, and guide decision-making in educational development.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 29 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book offers valuable insights and practical guidance for academic and clinical institutions seeking to develop educational programs in psychology, psychotherapy, and counseling from an Islamic paradigm. It delves into the examination of the educational approach in the decolonization of psychology curricula, proposing a vertically and horizontally integrated, embedded curriculum model that caters to the evolving needs of practitioners. The book incorporates indigenous cultural aspects and emerging technologies to reflect new and innovative ways of thinking about delivering education in the post-COVID-19 era. The chapters also showcase how curriculum development, rooted in the principles of Islamic education, assists institutions in establishing purpose, defining activities, and making informed decisions in educational development. A series of steps for implementing this need-driven educational program is outlined, making this text a valuable resource for educators and trainers. It empowers them to re-design or suggest changes to curriculum structure, shape, and content in Islamic psychology, psychotherapy, and counseling at undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing professional development levels. By embracing an Islamic perspective, institutions can foster a holistic and inclusive approach to education, promoting the well-being and development of individuals and communities.

Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032359731