GLOBAL CHALLENGES, INTERNATIONALIZATION OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION, DIGITAL LEARNING
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Abstract: This study aims to analyze the interrelation between global challenges, the internationalization of Islamic education, and the strengthening of digital learning within Islamic educational institutions in the era of technological transformation. Globalization has generated social, economic, and cultural dynamics that require Islamic educational institutions to reformulate their curricula, institutional orientations, and pedagogical strategies in order to remain relevant within the global educational landscape. The research employs a critical literature review approach by examining scholarly articles, international policy reports, and strategic documents on Islamic education from various countries undergoing internationalization processes. The findings reveal that the internationalization of Islamic education is not solely associated with student and faculty mobility, but also includes curriculum harmonization, collaborative research, and the integration of Islamic values into the global digital ecosystem. Digital learning plays a crucial role as an accelerating instrument of internationalization through virtual learning, open educational resources, and cross-border scholarly networks. Nevertheless, several challenges persist, including digital infrastructure inequality, limited digital competence among educators, and the need for an ethical framework grounded in maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah to ensure that technology use remains aligned with Islamic moral principles. This study concludes that building a globally competitive Islamic education ecosystem requires an integrative strategy that strengthens internationalization objectives, fosters digital innovation, and reconstructs Islamic educational paradigms that are responsive to global challenges. The findings provide a theoretical foundation for the formulation of policies and the development of digital learning models that are characterized by ethical values, inclusivity, and international competitiveness.
Keywords: Global challenges; Internationalization of Islamic education; Digital learning; Educational transformation; Global Islamic education.
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