Introduction History of Education

HISTORY OF EDUCATION In modern times, extensive research has been conducted on the history of education, and numerous books have been written on the subject. This research reveals that Islam has made a significant contribution to the history of education. For the first time in recorded history, Islam brought knowledge and education from a limited sphere to a broader, more inclusive realm. Islam emerged in the first quarter of the 7th century CE. Before Islam, knowledge was confined to an elite circle. However, following the revolution brought about under Islam, history witnessed for the first time the transition of knowledge from the elite to the general public. This revolutionary movement of expanding education is what is referred to as the madrasa system in the history of education. The Encyclopedia Britannica (1984) includes a detailed 92page article on the History of Education, prepared by several education experts. In this article, the history of education is divided into several periods. According to it, the first period is termed Primitive Culture. During this early era, the primary objective of education was to familiarize the new generation with tribal traditions and ethics and prepare them accordingly. At that time, the practice of reading and