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EG-EK-14 Education & Growth Education & Knowledge CORE Excellence v2.9.7

Adab/Akhlāq syllabus grounded in classical sources (e.g., Iḥyāʾ)

Evaluates the integration of a structured adab syllabus grounded in classical sources (e.g., al-Ghazālī’s Iḥyāʾ, al-Nawawī’s Riyāḍ al-Ṣāliḥīn, al-Bukhārī’s al-Adab al-Mufrad, Ibn al-Qayyim’s Madārij al-Sālikīn), contextualized for today’s challenges. It is vital for tazkiyah and ethical culture, ensuring learning translates into virtuous conduct (akhlāq) and governance integrity through specific competencies and safer working practices.

KPI / Measure
MetricQuarterly Adab & Culture Scorecard
TargetScorecard targets met
FrequencyQuarterly
MethodComposite score: Syllabus coverage % + Observation compliance % + Safeguarding audit + Incident rate + Survey delta
UnitComposite Index
Maturity Levels
Level 1: Initial/Ad-hoc

Discussions on adab and akhlāq are informal and ad-hoc. There is no structured syllabus or formal training.

Level 2: Developing

A basic adab/virtue syllabus is drafted (<60% coverage). It is introduced during onboarding but lacks systematic assessment or competency frameworks.

Level 3: Established

A documented syllabus referencing classical sources achieves 60–79% coverage. Adab competencies are defined and integrated into HR processes. Basic safeguarding checks are in place.

Level 4: Advanced

Achieves 80–94% coverage with safer working practices documented. Uses observation rubrics and behaviour dashboards. Some evidence of impact on culture.

Level 5: Optimizing

Achieves 95%+ coverage with robust safeguarding/equality controls. Adab principles shape strategy and governance. Verified reduction in incidents and positive survey deltas.

Applicability

Organisation Types

islamic-school-madrasa educational-institution supplementary-school islamic-university-college youth-organization womens-organization student-islamic-society islamic-center mosque-prayer-space

By Organisation Size

SizeApplicabilityNotes
Micro exempt Formal HR competency frameworks, performance reviews, and structured syllabi are disproportionate for volunteer-led groups, though basic safeguarding principles still apply.
Small partial Can adopt a basic syllabus and safer working practices, but a formal 6-10 point competency framework with behavioral anchors and performance reviews is too HR-intensive.
Medium partial Syllabus and safeguarding apply fully; the competency framework should be integrated into the code of conduct but can be simplified rather than requiring extensive behavioral anchors.
Large full
Major full

Applicable When

  • The organization provides structured educational programs, particularly Islamic studies.
  • The organization focuses on youth development and character building.

Not Applicable When

  • The organization does not offer any educational programs.
  • The organization has a purely operational focus, without any engagement in teaching or training.

Discussion (1)

Administrator 2026-03-07 11:08:11.615732

📋 **Version updated: 1.0.0 → 2.9.7** **Changes:** Updated islamic_references from mizan-297.json

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