Theology for Muslim Educators – Lesson 1

Theology for Muslim Educators – Lesson 1

Islamic theology is a discipline in which scholars study and understand different belief statements within the Islamic religion. Theology includes the study of beliefs such as the existence and justice of God, the attributes of God, the afterlife, prophethood, infallibility, and more. Theology is a study of belief systems and different schools of thought within Islam such as the Shi’i, Ash’ari, Mu’tazalis etc. It is also linked to the worldview of individuals and their behaviour. This course will be based on a Twelver Imami Shi’i perspective and will cover the fundamental beliefs within the Shi’i tradition.

ITE (I): Islamic Theology for Muslim Educators

ITE (I): Islamic Theology for Muslim Educators

This course offers a brief overview of discussions pertaining to Islamic theology and identity that concern Muslim educators teaching in Islamic schools. Lessons will focus on outlining both theoretical principles related to Islamic epistemology and modes of reasoning, key theological concepts, as well as ethical and practical implications of these beliefs in a classroom setting.