Integrated Curriculum Model in Islamic Education Curriculum

Abstract

This article discusses two integration curriculum models applied in the curriculum of Islamic Education. One of the models is the interdisciplinary Robin Fogarty's Integrated Curriculum Model which explains the concept of integrated curricula. Another model used in this paper is the Selangor State Integrative and Holistic Education Model. The integration concept and its relation to other knowledge discipline introduced by Fogarty is carried out by matching a subject with another subject based on their similarities in the concepts, skills, values, themes and topics. In this research, we used content analysis to gather detailed information on the topic at hand. The main finding illustrated that the meaningful teaching and learning practice among teachers and students is the major focus of the model. The students' cognitive, affective and psychomotor skills should be emphasized by teachers. At the same time, important skills such as metacognitive, study skills and problem-solving skills should be reinforced given the diversity in knowledge discipline. The paradigm of these models reflects that the teacher's synergy is needed to develop cooperation in assimilating one's discipline in the process of curriculum integration at school.

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“…All those curriculum integrations have the same objective which is to helps the students to learn what they really learned, also develop skills from the activities. As stated by Singh and Rashid (2023), the integrated curriculum is a well-rounded pedagogy to teach students' growth and development, even improving their knowledge. The effectiveness of integrated curriculum also supported by Drake and Reid (2018) who said "Integrated curriculum is effective for academic learning".…”

“…This is because when the students have motivation to learn and focus on what they are supposed to learn during the lessons, the learning environment become active and effective (Raihana, 2020). According to Kimberly, Alissa and Irene (2019) as cited in Singh and Rashid (2023) stated that motivation boosts the students' engagement in the process of learning as they give commitment to achieve their learning. Besides that, integrated curriculum also helps in supporting the students' cognitive development and social-emotional development.…”