Meaning & understanding
Read carefully, explore language and context, and connect Qur’anic learning with thoughtful questions.
Al Kahf Institute / Education
Special Education
An educational model you won’t find anywhere else.
Qur’anic learning that connects traditional wisdom with curiosity, dialogue and real-life practice. A face-to-face course for learners seeking a deeper understanding of faith, the world and their place within it.
LEARNING WITH PURPOSE
01 / EDUCATION
Special
Education READ · REFLECT · PRACTISE
Education READ · REFLECT · PRACTISE
From understanding to action, from action to character. A shared journey guided by thoughtful teaching and meaningful questions.
16 weeks
Complete course programme
32 hours
Total learning time
4 subjects
Connected fields of inquiry
Turkish
Current teaching language
01 / The education approach
Rooted in tradition.
Designed for the future.
Special Education brings together the teacher–student relationship, adab, repetition and face-to-face conversation with discovery, projects, digital literacy and practical reflection. The purpose is to connect knowledge with responsible action.
Dialogue & belonging
Listen actively, ask questions respectfully and learn through a supportive teacher-led conversation.
Practice & participation
Use reflection, discussion and practical tasks to connect what is learned with everyday life.
Character & responsibility
Reflect on mercy, justice, adab and responsibility as part of the learning journey.
02 / Four pathways to understanding
A special programme.
A wider world of knowledge.
Four main categories bring scientific inquiry, systems of thought, language, history and lesser-known realities into one learning journey. The current programme is taught in Turkish.
01
The Qur’an and Science
Explore the relationship between Qur’anic reflection and scientific inquiry through connected fields of study.
- Astronomy
- Medicine
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Quantum Studies
- History
- Geography
02
Islam’s World System
Explore the structures, ideas and responsibilities that connect individuals, institutions and society.
- Law
- Politics
- Economics
- Knowledge System
- Moral System
03
Language, History and General Culture
Discover how words, concepts, historical perspectives and creative expression shape our understanding of the world.
- Etymology
- Concepts
- World History
- Ottoman History
- Recent History
- Unknown History
- Culture
- Art
- Cinema
- Geography
04
The World’s Unknown Realities
Investigate lesser-known aspects of the world through questions, source comparison and careful discussion. Topics will be introduced through the programme’s lessons.
Question · Investigate · Compare · Reflect
03 / Learning experience
The 6D learning cycle.
A teaching framework that moves from curiosity to understanding, discussion and demonstration. Activities can be adapted to the learner group and the lesson topic.
Discover
Begin with a question, verse or real-world observation.
Decode
Explore key words, language and context.
Deepen
Read further and compare ideas with guidance.
Discuss
Share perspectives and listen respectfully.
Do
Connect learning with a practical task or reflection.
Demonstrate
Explain understanding through a presentation or portfolio.
04 / Format & calendar
Face-to-face.
One day each week.
The existing course is a 16-week package with 32 hours of teaching. Class days and times will be published after registration closes. The sequence below illustrates the learning approach; the final lesson calendar will be announced by the Institute.
ORIENTATION
Begin with questions
Introduce the learning approach and the course’s four subject areas.
EXPLORATION
Read & investigate
Explore concepts, context and connections through guided teaching.
DIALOGUE
Reflect together
Discuss interpretations and connect questions with daily experience.
DEMONSTRATION
Share understanding
Review progress and communicate what has been learned.
05 / Registration & payment
Join the learning journey.
The programme is prepared for different age groups. Use the Institute’s registration form to provide your details and age. Questions about group placement, the venue or course arrangements can be sent directly to the Institute.
01
Complete your registration
Open the existing registration form and enter your details.
02
Follow the Institute’s guidance
Check course arrangements and the announced class schedule.
03
Use the official payment details
Bank-transfer instructions are available on the existing payment page.
06 / Useful information
Before you begin.
What language are the courses taught in?
The current programme is taught in Turkish. Courses in other languages will be announced on the website when they are added.
How long is the programme?
The published course is a 16-week package, with lessons on one day each week and 32 hours of teaching in total.
When will the class schedule be available?
The days and times of classes will be added to the website after registration closes.
Are lessons held in person?
Yes. The current programme describes a face-to-face classroom environment. Contact the Institute for venue and practical details.
How do I register and pay?
Complete the registration form linked above. The published course fee is €200 for the 16-week package. Bank-transfer details are provided on the payment page.
Can I ask about age groups or participation?
Yes. Include your age in the registration form, or email info@alkahfinstitute.org with questions about participation and group placement.
Read beyond the classroom
Keep the questions alive.
Explore the Institute’s library, writers and conversations.