The Muslim World and the West: the potential of educational institutions in building bridges in the context of Malaysia

• Main Authors: Hashim, Che Noraini, Langgulung, Hasan
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Language: English; English
• Published: 2011
• Subjects: L Education (General); LA History of education; LB2361 Curriculum
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/26238/1/CNH_The_Muslim_World_and_the_West.PDF; http://irep.iium.edu.my/26238/2/IIRIE_2011_Cover2.PDF; http://irep.iium.edu.my/26238/
• Institution: Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia

The Muslim World and the West share the same global village but each has a different civilizations and worldview. Education is seen as a major vehicle in transmitting ideas, attitudes and beliefs. This paper begins with a brief history of the educational links between the West and the Muslim World a...