Applying the ADAB model in UiTM: a simple classroom practice that changed my students / Tuan Norhafizah Tuan Zakaria

A small change, a big impact: At the beginning of the semester, I decided to try something different in my class. Instead of diving straight into lectures, I introduced a five-minute reflection session before each class. Students were invited to share anything beneficial—a short video, a hadith, an inspiring quote, or even a personal experience. At first, I wasn’t sure how they would respond. Would they engage with the idea? Would they find it meaningful? But soon enough, something interesting happened. Many students started sharing hadiths and motivational quotes, often related to ethics, responsibility, and personal growth. Some brought funny yet insightful short videos, while others used the session to express thoughts they had never shared before. What surprised me even more was how these small moments transformed the class atmosphere. Whenever a student presented, the class became lively, cheerful, and sometimes even chaotic—but in the best way possible. Laughter filled the room when a funny video was shared, deep discussions emerged when thought-provoking ideas were presented, and a sense of warmth developed when personal reflections were told. Admiringly, the class wasn’t just about learning the subject, it became a space for bonding, personal growth, and self-reflection.