Ebook: understanding Islam II

• Main Authors: Idris, Fathiyyatunnur, W.M. Affandi, Wan Nurul Afiqah Akmal, Ahmad, Salina
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Language: English
• Published: Centre of Foundation Studies, UiTM 2022
• Subjects: BPL27 Aims and objectives of education. Sustainable education; L Education (General)
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/106552/1/106552_Ebook%20understanding%20Islam%20II.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/106552/; https://asasi.uitm.edu.my/index.php/research-publication/research-detail-2
• Institution: Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia

In the present challenging pandemic world, it is inevitable for learning institutions to evolve as a digitalised vocation to accommodate its students and teachers. A textbook in eBook form is usually culpable as an underestimated value for teaching and learning. Nevertheless, it is no doubt paves the way to effective teaching and learning processes. The eBook aims to help students understand the course, i.e., Understanding Islam II (a course in CFS IIUM Gambang) better. It also guides them to utilise it as a core reference before pursuing other sources that might be unsuitable for the course. The eBook is readily available for purchase and downloaded through the corresponding Google Site. Students are encouraged to read it before classes together with pre-recorded lectures. The eBook helps students to improve their understanding since they can easily access it anytime, anywhere, and anyhow. Simultaneously, it may create a firm foundation for Islamic Studies to extend the discipline to others regardless of faith, race, social standings, etc. The contents can be shared as educational videos or notes for some topics via social media. Thus, an eBook is definitely a worthwhile effort in teaching and learning.