Examining content knowledge readiness among pre-service Islamic education teachers: preliminary findings

Razali, Nabihah Husna and Mamat, Arifin (2026) Examining content knowledge readiness among pre-service Islamic education teachers: preliminary findings. Journal of Islamic Educational Research, 12 (1). pp. 98-110. ISSN 3083-9505 E-ISSN 0128-2069

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Abstract

This preliminary study examined the level of Islamic education content-knowledge readiness among pre-service Islamic education teachers at the Kulliyyah of Education (KOED), International Islamic University Malaysia. Sixteen respondents completed a structured questionnaire assessing 13 dimensions of content knowledge, encompassing key Islamic disciplines and Arabic language proficiency. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics, specifically mean scores and standard deviations, to determine respondents’ perceived levels of readiness. The findings revealed an overall high level of content knowledge, with mean scores ranging from 3.38 to 4.31. The respondents reported the greatest confidence in Akhlaq (Islamic ethics) and in applying Islamic values in educational contexts. However, comparatively moderate levels of confidence were identified in more advanced disciplines, including Aqidah, Usul al-Fiqh, Sirah Nabawiyyah, and Maqasid al-Shariah. Arabic language proficiency, particularly speaking and writing skills emerged as relatively weaker areas. These findings underscore the importance of strengthening teacher education programmes by balancing foundational Islamic content mastery with advanced disciplinary reasoning and communicative Arabic-language competence. Such enhancement is essential to ensure that future Islamic education teachers are adequately prepared to deliver authentic, meaningful, and effective instruction

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Content knowledge, Islamic education, pre-Service teachers, Arabic language.
Subjects:	BPL Islamic education L Education > LB Theory and practice of education L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1705 Education and training of teachers L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2361 Curriculum
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Education > Department of Curriculum & Instruction
Depositing User:	Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arifin Mamat
Date Deposited:	21 Jul 2026 11:27
Last Update:	21 Jul 2026 11:27
Queue Number:	2026-07-Q4165
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/130064

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