Education and Muslim Identity During a Time of Tension explores life inside an Islamic Center and school in present-day America.
Melanie Brooks’ work draws on in-depth discussions with community and school leaders, teachers, parents and students to present thoughtful and contemporary perspectives on many issues central to American-Muslim identities. Particularly poignant are the children’s voices, as they discuss their developing identities and how they navigate the choice of being American, Muslim, or both. The book covers topics ranging from establishing the community and the considerations involved, the management of diversity within the community, and approaches to modern opinions on and experiences of gender and extremism in the western world.
Based on focus groups, interviews and observations collected over a two-year period, this book serves as a fascinating and informative insight into the culture and experiences of modern American Muslims. This is essential reading for students and researchers interested in education, religion, politics, sociology, and most particularly in contemporary Islamic studies.
Contents
Advance Praise
Foreword
The (Mis)Understanding of Islamic Education
Finding and Sustaining a Community: "I'm not here, I'm not there, and I want
to belong."
Establishing a Unique Education: "We need to teach our kids about Islam."
Leading American Islamic Academy: "God wants us to practice responsibility,
kindness, compassion and respect."
Managing Diversity: "Differences are important and so we dont ignore them."
Having Confidence in American Islamic Academy: "The students are learning not
only about the Quran but also about being Muslim in America today."
Developing an American Muslim Identity: "Here, kids dont grow up in a
bubble."
Navigating Gender: "We shouldnt have that type of diversity."
Challenging Hate: "We are not planning to bomb anything. We are normal human
beings."
Responding to the 2016 Presidential Election: "What are we going to do now?"
Finding Balance During a Time of Tension: Lessons Learned
Glossary of Islamic Terms
References
Index
Melanie C. Brooks is Senior Lecturer of Educational Policy at Monash University, Australia. She is a J. William Fulbright Senior Scholar alumnus who has conducted studies in the United States, Egypt, Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia. Her research focuses on contemporary issues influencing educational leadership and the unique role religion plays in education.
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