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Educational Framework: Structuring the Wisdom of Silat
byAssoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Silat, the traditional martial art of the Malay world, has long been revered not only for its combative techniques but also for its philosophical depth and cultural significance. Historically taught orally…
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Silat in the 21st Century: Preserving Tradition in a Digital Age
byAssoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Nizam Mohamed ShapieLeader, Combat Sports & Martial Arts Research Network (AIRBORNE)Faculty of Sports Science & Recreation,Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) In the 21st century, the preservation of traditional knowledge faces unprecedented challenges. The rise of digital media, globalization, and shifting cultural priorities has placed many indigenous practices at risk of being…