Educational Methods of the Prophetic Era and Their Contemporary Applications
https://doi.org/10.55966/assaj.2025.4.1.057
Abstract
This paper explores the educational methods adopted by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and their relevance in contemporary educational frameworks. It analyzes the pedagogical principles of the Prophetic era, including gradual learning, moral development, practical demonstrations, and individualized attention. The study highlights how these methods fostered critical thinking, strong character, and holistic development among learners. Furthermore, it proposes practical strategies for integrating these Prophetic educational models into modern Islamic and general education systems to address current pedagogical challenges, enhance teacher effectiveness, and nurture ethically conscious and socially responsible individuals in today’s globalised world.
Keywords
Prophetic Education; Islamic Pedagogy; Teaching Methods; Educational Reforms; Contemporary Applications; Moral Development; Holistic Education