Vol. 2 No. 4 (2026): December

Journal of Islamic Education and Intellectual Discourse (JIED), Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2026, presents a collection of scholarly contributions that reflect the journal’s commitment to advancing research on Islamic education, Islamic intellectual traditions, ethics, and contemporary thought. Authors contributing to this issue are affiliated with institutions in East Java and Jakarta (DKI Jakarta). The articles explore interconnected themes, including the integration of religious moderation and Pendalungan cultural literacy in Islamic History (SKI) instruction, the ethical implications of Artificial Intelligence in education through an Islamic framework emphasizing human agency, cognitive autonomy, and academic integrity, and the development of amanah-centered Generative AI literacy for character education in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah. These contributions highlight the relevance of Islamic educational principles, cultural knowledge, and ethical values in addressing contemporary challenges in educational practice and technological development. Collectively, the contributions in this issue demonstrate the significance of connecting Islamic educational thought and ethical traditions with cultural diversity, institutional practices, and emerging technological developments. By examining these themes through contextualized and interdisciplinary perspectives, the issue contributes to ongoing scholarly discussions on the transformation of Islamic education and the application of Islamic intellectual and ethical frameworks to contemporary challenges. Volume 2, Issue 4 further reinforces JIED’s commitment to fostering rigorous, contextually grounded, and intellectually meaningful scholarship that advances Islamic education, Islamic thought, and contemporary intellectual discourse.