ASSESSING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A SCHOOL-WIDE SECULAR AND ISLAMIC STUDIES PROGRAM: A CASE STUDY OF MADRASAH AL-MANARAH IN ISABELA CITY, BASILAN

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to assess the implementation of the school-wide secular and Islamic studies program of madrasah al-manarah in isabela city, basilan in a case study setting. A qualitative research design was used. Four (4) FGDs were conducted to gather the needed data. The first FGD was participated by three administrative personnel and two non-teaching personnel, the second FGD by ten selected teachers from different levels and class assignment: 1 kindergarten, 2 elementary, 3 high school, 2 qur- an teachers, 2 Islamic studies; the third FGD by ten selected students from different grade levels, 2 elementary, 4 junior high and 4 senior high, the 4th FGD by five selected parents. Guided by semi-structured open-ended questionnaire, narratives are drawn on the six ( 6 ) research problems of the study. The madrasah, the last surviving deped - recognized Islamic institution in the city of isabela, offering integrated curriculum, fostered balance, respect, and holistic education, promoting tolerance, understanding, and continuous improvement. It adopted student-centered teaching approaches, a culturally sensitive environment and developed a comprehensive curriculum framework. Its administrators emphasized collaboration, adaptability, and inclusivity in curriculum development, teacher training, and parental involvement. Challenges included integration with deped curriculum, resource limitations, cultural inclusivity, and philosophical differences. Adaptations included continuous training, resource optimization, conflict resolution strategies, and respect for diversity. Conflict management strategies involved dialogue, transparency, and collaboration, addressing concerns while upholding Islamic values. Keywords: integrated curriculum, Islamic studies, madrasah al-manarah, madrasah education, secular education. Title: ASSESSING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A SCHOOL-WIDE SECULAR AND ISLAMIC STUDIES PROGRAM: A CASE STUDY OF MADRASAH AL-MANARAH IN ISABELA CITY, BASILAN Author: Dayang Dayang Raima J. Salih International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning ISSN 2394-9686 Vol. 11, Issue 6, November 2024 - December 2024 Page No: 113-118 Novelty Journals Website: www.noveltyjournals.com Published Date: 27-December-2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14562041 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/ASSESSING%20THE%20IMPLEMENTATION-27122024-5.pdf