INSTITUTIONALIZING EDUCATIONAL REFORM: BALANCING TRADITION AND MODERNITY AT PESANTREN

Authors

  • M. Ali Sibram Malisi Institut Agama Islam Negeri Palangkaraya
  • Sulasman Sulasman Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7852-8070
  • Abd Hakim Mohad Universiti Malaysia Sabah

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15575/jpi.v10i2.24636

Keywords:

Educational Reform, Islamic Boarding School, Socioeconomic Development, Socio-historical Analysis, Traditional and Modern Integration

Abstract

The educational reform of Rasyidiyah Khalidiyah Islamic Boarding School (RKIBS) has played a transformative role in shaping the social and economic dynamics of the Amuntai community in South Kalimantan. This study investigates the reform’s impacts on the traditionally rooted Amuntai society using a socio-historical method that integrates historical and sociological perspectives. The findings demonstrate that RKIBS fulfills four critical functions: transmitting Islamic knowledge, preserving Islamic traditions, developing intellectual scholars, and driving socioeconomic progress. These roles underscore the school’s influence not only as an educational institution but also as a catalyst for broader community development. By blending traditional values with modern advancements, RKIBS has significantly contributed to the intellectual growth and economic empowerment of the Amuntai society. The study concludes by emphasizing the broader implications of educational reform in balancing cultural preservation and progressive change, positioning RKIBS as a model for fostering intellectual and socioeconomic advancement in similar communities. This case study provides valuable insights into the potential of Islamic boarding schools to serve as agents of sustainable development while maintaining their cultural and religious heritage.

Author Biography

Sulasman Sulasman, Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung

Humanities Department

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2024-12-10

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