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Madrasah Education in the Philippines by Marianne Sy-Quimsiam Ignacio is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Madrasah refers to Islamic schools that teach religious subjects like the Quran, Hadith, and Fiqh. During Spanish and American colonization, Madrasah was the primary form of education for Muslims in the Philippines. Currently, there are an estimated 600-1000 Madrasah schools nationwide focused on both religious and some secular education. The Philippine government has recognized Madrasah education and developed a standard curriculum to integrate it into the national education system.
- Author
- Marianne Sy-Quimsiam Ignacio
- Language
- EN