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University rankings have become a dominant force in shaping perceptions of academic quality, and influencing decisions from students, governments, and funding bodies. Global rankings, such as Times Higher Education (THE), QS World University Rankings, and Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), offer a comparative tool for evaluating universities across a range of criteria. However, growing concerns about the fairness and… Continue reading Are University Rankings Fair? A Reflection on the “Ranking Game”

Epistemology, derived from the Greek words episteme (knowledge) and logos (study or discourse), refers to the branch of philosophy that examines knowledge’s nature, origins, and scope. It explores fundamental questions about acquiring, validating, and applying knowledge. In the Islamic tradition, epistemology extends beyond the material and empirical realms, incorporating naqli (revealed) knowledge from divine sources and aqli (rational) knowledge from… Continue reading Integrating Islamic Epistemology into Medicine

Welcome to Tembeling 2.0, a platform where thought-sharing reaches new heights with the advent of AI. I am Jamalludin Ab Rahman. Currently, I am the Dean of the Kulliyyah of Medicine at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Chair of the Council of Deans of Public University Medical Faculties, and President of the Persatuan Pakar Perubatan Kesihatan Awam Malaysia (PPPKAM).… Continue reading About tembeling 2.0