Integration of Revealed Knowledge ( Naqli ) and Rational Science ( Aqli ) in the Design of a Dental Curriculum

Wan Mohamad Nasir Wan Othman

doi:10.12816/0008074

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Integration of Revealed Knowledge ( Naqli ) and Rational Science ( Aqli ) in the Design of a Dental Curriculum

Authors:

Wan Mohamad Nasir Wan Othman

Publisher:

Islamic Science University of Malaysia

Main Topics:

Medicine | Education

Journal:

ʻUlūm Islāmiyyah Journal 2013 Vol.11, pp.65-77

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2013

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

56077

Frequency:

Bi-Annual

pISSN:

16755936

DOI:

10.12816/0008074

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Abstract:

 The education of dentists at the Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Sains IslamMalaysia (USIM), is a unique programme. It adopts the integration ofnaqli (revealed knowledge) and aqli (rational science) as a philosophicalbasis of its dental education programme. The objective of this paper is toexamine the curriculum, focusing on structure, content and the intangiblesof the programme leading to the degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery.This is a qualitative study using literature review and document analysis.The curriculum is designed by first identifying a set of ten (10) values thatare fundamental in Islamic science. These are subsequently converted toprogramme educational objectives. The tawhidic principle forms the axis ofthis value system that provides the guide in moulding a student to be a goodperson in terms of character and a competent professional as determined bythe profession. These two domains are expected to be in balance as groundedin the concept of wasatiyyah. As the same time, students are reminded of theirvertical relationship with Allah and the horizontal relationship with society.The curriculum content incorporates the fundamental Islamic knowledgeand memorisation of selected verses that are relevant to health and society.These groups of courses form 12% of the total student learning time (SLT).The behavioural science and oral health group of courses complementthe development of character. The process of learning emphasises trust,responsibility, cleanliness and time management. These values permeatethe entire curriculum. The outcome of this integration that emphasiseson good character within the framework of wasatiyyah posed an extremechallenge to the Faculty and the graduates. In implementing this educationalprogramme it faces several challenges from the dimensions of staff, studentsand environment.

Article Details

Integration of Revealed Knowledge ( Naqli ) and Rational Science ( Aqli ) in the Design of a Dental Curriculum

Authors:

Wan Mohamad Nasir Wan Othman

Publisher:

Islamic Science University of Malaysia

Main Topics:

Medicine | Education

Journal:

ʻUlūm Islāmiyyah Journal 2013 Vol.11, pp.65-77

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2013

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

56077

Frequency:

Bi-Annual

pISSN:

16755936

DOI:

10.12816/0008074

Descriptors:

DENTISTRY

ISLAMIC EDUCATION

CURRICULUM

LEARNING METHODS

RATIONALISM

EPISTEMOLOGY

MEDICAL COLLEGES

MALAYSIA

Dental Education

Wasatiyyah

Naqli and Aqli

Issues

Article Details

Authors: Wan Mohamad Nasir Wan Othman

Publisher: Islamic Science University of Malaysia

Main Topics: Medicine | Education

Journal: ʻUlūm Islāmiyyah Journal 2013 Vol.11, pp.65-77

Document Type: Article

Publication Date: 12/2013

Document Language: English

Document ID (Org No.): 56077

Frequency: Bi-Annual

pISSN: 16755936

DOI: 10.12816/0008074

Descriptors:

Issues

Authors:

Wan Mohamad Nasir Wan Othman

Publisher:

Islamic Science University of Malaysia

Main Topics:

Medicine | Education

Journal:

ʻUlūm Islāmiyyah Journal 2013 Vol.11, pp.65-77

Document Type:

Article

Publication Date:

12/2013

Document Language:

English

Document ID (Org No.):

56077

Frequency:

Bi-Annual

pISSN:

16755936

DOI:

10.12816/0008074