Proceeding: Mithali Parenting Principles

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Mithālī Parenting Principals as a Basis of Child Development & Empowerment

 Jamiah Manap & Mohammad Rezal Hamzah

ABSTRACT

Human education begins at home via effective parenting. Therefore, one simple question arise: what are the principles of successful Muslim parenting in Malaysia? Thus, the research aims to explore the principles of parenting from the Muslim family perspectives using grounded theory approach in qualitative research design. Rich data from the interview, document analysis, and observation were analysed using thematic analysis. Finally, nine principles emerged. They were: positive role model, cultivate knowledge culture, strong religiosity, high responsibility, balance act between mutual love and discipline, building child resistance, optimise child potential, parenting as a collective effort and the destiny is with Allah. The parenting principles are fundamental for the parents as a clear guideline for child development and empowerment. 

Keywords:  parenting principle, educational psychology, parenting education, family empowerment, religiosity.

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