Islam is officially recognized as one of the religions in Thailand, with a significant Muslim population in the country. The historical roots of Muslims in Thailand are ancient, surpassing other religions in historical significance.
The Muslim population in Thailand is estimated to be between 6 to 15 percent, mostly located in the southern regions and predominantly speaking Malay.
There are mosques and Islamic cultural centers throughout the country, with approximately 2,500 mosques and an estimated 250 mosques in Bangkok, the capital.
In addition to mosques, other cultural foundations, such as Islamic schools, play an important role in promoting Islam and significantly impact Thai people’s cultural and daily lives, contributing to cultural and religious diversity.
Thailand is a country that has a strong presence in the field of the Quran, and Quran experts and participants from Thailand actively participate in international Quran competitions.
This indicates that Muslims in Thailand place great importance on the Quran.
In response to a request from Quranic scholars in Thailand, DarulQuran Academy organized a training course for Quranic instructors. This course, conducted in collaboration with cultural activists in Bangkok and surrounding countries, focused on specialized teaching methods, with an emphasis on online education.
Concepts, techniques, and Quranic skills were taught to interested participants during this course.
At the end of the three-month course, the participants were able to professionally conduct standardized Quran classes according to established principles and rules.
At the end of the course, the participants received TTC (Teacher Training Course) certificates from DarulQuran Academy.
Surveys show that all graduates of this course, located in countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, are actively involved in Quranic education and have initiated Quranic centers, contributing to activities in this field.
Specialized Quranic teacher training courses offer several useful aspects:
- Enhancing Knowledge and Skills: These courses assist Quranic teachers and instructors in improving their knowledge and skills in Quranic teaching and interpretation. Teaching appropriate methods and Quranic interpretation techniques can contribute to creating a better educational environment and improving the quality of teaching.
- Developing Personal Skills: The courses contribute to the personal skill development of Quranic teachers and instructors. These courses include classroom management and technology-based teaching skills. Developing these skills can improve the performance and effectiveness of Quranic teachers in the educational process.
- Creating a Platform for Knowledge Exchange: Specialized Quranic teacher training courses provide an excellent opportunity for knowledge and experience exchange among Quranic teachers and instructors. These exchanges can contribute to the enhancement of Quranic teaching and interpretation quality in society.
Furthermore, these courses are not only beneficial for individuals aspiring to teach the Quran but also crucial for the entire community: - Community Progress: By organizing specialized Quranic teacher training courses, societal progress can be achieved. Quranic teachers and instructors play a key role in educating future generations, and improving their knowledge and skills can lead to enhanced education and training quality in society.
- Preserving and Disseminating Islamic Values: Training Quranic teachers and instructors contributes to preserving and disseminating Islamic values in society. They can help students understand the Quran correctly and promote Islamic values, strengthening the Islamic identity of the community and fostering social cohesion.
- Addressing Contemporary Challenges: Specialized Quranic teacher training courses can help address contemporary challenges. Given the rapid changes in societies, there is a need for Quranic teachers and instructors who are updated with modern teaching and analytical skills to meet these challenges.
Considering these advantages, organizing specialized Quranic teacher training courses appears essential.
These courses provided by DarulQuran Academy exemplify their commitment to enhancing the skill set of Quranic instructors to spread Quranic knowledge and improve fostering a love for the Holy Quran among the enthusiasts interested in Quranic education.
