The perception and applicability of prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) educational philosophy from the perspective of today's teachers and students

This research addresses the topic of The Perception and Applicability of the Educational Philosophy of Prophet Muhammad (saw) from the Perspective of Today's Teachers and Students. The study aims to determine the extent to which this spiritual philosophy aligns with contemporary pedagogical approaches, how it is perceived by teachers and students, and its applicability within current educational settings. Employing a qualitative research design with a phenomenology approach, the study's population consists of schools in the Başakşehir district of Istanbul. Participants were selected using a convenience sampling method, comprising a total of 22 individuals: 10 teachers and 12 students from primary, middle, and high school levels. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with the participants. The research focuses on the core pedagogical principles of Prophet Muhammad (saw) directly related to values education, such as being a role model (Üsve-i Hasene), justice, mercy, and the unity of knowledge and action. The data obtained reveal the perceptions of this spiritual model within the modern education system and views regarding its potential integration. Theoretically, the study aims to offer a new perspective to the literature by analyzing the educational philosophy of Prophet Muhammad (saw) within the context of modern pedagogy and values education. Practically, by uncovering the perceptions of teachers and students, it seeks to shed light on this philosophy's potential contributions to contemporary values education and to provide potential roadmaps for teacher training programs and curriculum development. Keywords: Prophet Muhammad's Educational Philosophy, Teacher and Student Perception, Values Education.