el-Tarbawi

KH Abdullah Syafi'i And The Heritage Of Betawi Islamic Boarding Schools: Modernization, Tradition, And Da'wah (1910–1985)

Mohammad Izdiyan Muttaqin, Yon Machmudi, S. Salahudin Suyurno, Ulfah Fajarini — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

KH. Abdullah Syafi'i (1910–1985) was a central Betawi scholar whose influence on Islamic education and urban da'wah in Jakarta remains understudied, particularly in relation to how his institutions navigated the intersection of pesantren traditions and educational modernization. Previous scholarship has largely focused on his biography or community activism, leaving a gap in explaining the structural transformation of Betawi-based Islamic schools and their contribution to the development of urban pesantren in Indonesia. This study addresses that gap by analyzingAbdullah Syafi'i’s educational initiatives, socio-religious leadership, and da'wah strategies within the broader evolution of modern Indonesian Islamic education. Employing a qualitative historical-sociological approach, the study draws on archival documents, institutional records, and selective interviews to trace the development of the As-Syafi'iyah educational network. The findings reveal that Abdullah Syafi'i introduced an integrated religious–general curriculum, strengthened mass da'wah through organized majelis taklim, utilized radio as a pioneering medium for Islamic outreach, and established orphan-based boarding schools as a model of urban social empowerment. The study argues that Abdullah Syafi'i represents a distinctive model of urban ulama who simultaneously preserved tradition and advanced modernization. His contributions expand the scholarly understanding of Indonesian Islamic education, offering an urban-based perspective on pesantren reform that challenges dominant rural and Java-centric frameworks.

Transformation of Religious Education Policy in Indonesia: From Dominance to Confessional Pluralism

Eko Ngabdul Shodikin, Ruwandi, Muh Saerozi — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study examines the transformation of religious education policy in Indonesia from the dominance of one religion to a more inclusive and dialogical confessional pluralism. This issue is important because, for decades, religious education policy has reflected a hegemonic orientation favoring one religion, potentially creating social segregation and hindering the development of interfaith tolerance. Using a literature study method with thematic and content analysis, this study examines various academic sources, national policy documents, and educational frameworks to identify patterns of paradigm shift, driving factors, and challenges in the implementation of religious education policy in Indonesia. The research findings indicate a substantial paradigm shift from faith-based teaching focused on doctrinal knowledge and ritual observance to a humanistic model emphasizing moral values, religious moderation, and civic character formation. Post-reform socio-political dynamics, globalization, and national initiatives such as Religious Moderation and the Pancasila Student Profile program drive this transformation. However, the implementation of confessional pluralism still faces ideological, structural, and cultural obstacles, including resistance to pluralist values and limited teacher capacity. This study concludes that religious pluralism represents a new paradigm that positions religious education as a strategic instrument for building an inclusive, moderate, and civilized society. These findings reinforce the urgency of religious education reform as a foundation for strengthening social cohesion and interfaith harmony in Indonesia.

From Taboos to Teaching: Strategies for Introducting Puberty in Islamic Religious Education at Primary School

Nadri Taja, Achmad Faqihuddin, Arif Hakim , Abdillah Muflih — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study examines the role of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in guiding elementary school students to understand the physical and psychological changes associated with puberty (baligh). Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through interviews and classroom observations involving five PAI teachers at Islamic elementary schools in Bandung. The data were analyzed thematically to identify recurring patterns and key categories. The findings reveal six major themes: (1) puberty education as a moral and spiritual responsibility, (2) dialogic and gender-separated instructional strategies, (3) behavioral approaches through counseling and role modeling, (4) integration of religious and general knowledge, (5) collaboration between teachers and parents, and (6) evaluation through observation and self-reflection. These findings indicate that puberty education within Islamic Religious Education should adopt a holistic framework that integrates spiritual, physical, and emotional dimensions. The study highlights the importance of curriculum strengthening, teacher professional development, and parental engagement in supporting effective puberty education grounded in Islamic values.

Assessing the Functionality of PAI KKG Program in Improving Professional Competence: A CIPP Model Study in Kapanewon Cangkringan

Aprilia Nurulita, Zulfida Aulia Fatimah, Suwadi — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Although intended to develop teacher’s competence and professionalism, the KKG forum is often conducted to address practical classroom issues. Thus, this research was conducted to evaluate the context, input, process and product components of the PAI KKG program in Kapanewoman Cangkringan. This study employed an evaluative qualitative approach using the CIPP model. Data collection techniques included interviews, observations and document studies. The results showed: (1) Context, the KKG PAI program in Kapanewon Cangkringan has not fully followed the technical guidelines procedures that have been made, especially in terms of developing teachers' professional competence. (2) Input, all components of the teachers' working group activities have met the needs but there are still obstacles in each component. (3) Process, the Kapanewon Cangkringan PAI teachers' working group program cannot all be implemented according to the scheduled activities. This is due to other factors from both the school and the teachers' personalities. (4) Product, although the Kapanewon Cangkringan teachers' working group program did not run as expected, it has achieved some improvements in student achievement each year. The study reveals that the KKG PAI program in Kapanewon Cangkringan has not function optimally, as various obstacles continue to hinder these activities, thus affecting the results of PAI teachers' professional competence.

Between Humans And Religious Values (Collaboration In AI-Based Islamic Religious Education Learning)

Nabila Intan Permata Sari, Muhammad Thohir, M. Gian Fithoni Al Fath — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study is motivated by the rapid advancement of digital technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), which has become a central topic in contemporary educational development. This research aims to examine the role of AI in post-pandemic Islamic Religious Education (Pendidikan Agama Islam/PAI) by assessing students’ satisfaction with AI-assisted learning. The PIECES framework—encompassing Performance, Information and Data, Economics, Control and Security, Efficiency, and Service—was employed to evaluate six key dimensions of system use. A total of 61 PAI students participated in this study through a Likert-scale questionnaire. The findings show that students generally express satisfied perceptions toward the implementation of AI in PAI learning, with most domains falling within the satisfied category and the Performance domain showing a neutral response. These results indicate that AI contributes to improving access to learning resources, supporting learning autonomy, enhancing efficiency, and facilitating more interactive learning experiences. Furthermore, the integration of AI was perceived to remain compatible with ethical and spiritual values in Islamic education when applied responsibly. The novelty of this study lies in its application of the PIECES framework within the context of Islamic Religious Education, providing an empirical model for evaluating the acceptance and effectiveness of AI-assisted learning in post-pandemic higher education. This research offers theoretical and practical insights into how AI can be responsibly integrated into religious education to strengthen learning quality, digital adaptability, and student engagement.

The Existence Of Islamic Spiritual Culture In Shaping Students' Spiritual Character

Salik Salikurrahman, Sri Haningsih — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The development of the tourism sector in the Mandalika Special Economic Zone (SEZ) has significantly influenced the socio-cultural dynamics of the local community, including the educational sphere. A major concern is the potential erosion of Islamic spiritual values among the younger generation as a result of rapid cultural globalization. This study aims to explore the existence of Islamic spiritual culture in schools in Kuta Village, Pujut District, Central Lombok, and to identify the challenges, opportunities, and strategies implemented to preserve Islamic values amid the rapid growth of tourism. This research employs a qualitative method with a field study approach, using participatory observation, in-depth interviews with principals, teachers, and community leaders, as well as documentation. Informants were chosen purposively, while the data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s interactive model, which consists of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Findings reveal that Islamic spiritual culture remains well preserved in schools through the habituation of religious activities, the integration of Islamic values into learning, and teacher role modeling. Nevertheless, challenges persist, such as the influx of hedonistic culture, weakening parental supervision, and shifts in students’ social orientation. Conversely, tourism also creates strategic opportunities for schools to position themselves as centers for Islamic value education for both students and the surrounding community. This study underscores the vital role of schools in sustaining spiritual values while contributing to the development of Islamic education concepts that are environmentally responsive and relevant to religious-based policy formulation in the Mandalika area.

From Malakah To Deep Learning: Contextualizing Ibn Khaldun For Modern Educational Practice

Intan Nur Fauziyah Amaliyah, Muhammad Fahmi, Siti Nafilatul Munawwaroh — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to examine Ibn Khaldun's concept of malakah in relation to the philosophy of deep learning based on the principles of mindful, meaningful, and joyful learning. The study is motivated by the need for an educational approach that emphasizes depth of understanding, critical reflection, and character building. Using comparative literature review method, this study draws primarily on the Muqaddimah as it main source and analyze it through systematic comparison with contemporary deep learning framework. Data were analyzed using content analysis techniques involving stages of data reduction, theme categorization, and comparative interpretation. The results of the study indicate a strong conceptual convergence between malakah and deep learning, especially in the process of internalizing knowledge through sustained practice, guided repetition, and reflective dialogue. This study contributes by proposing malakah-Deep Learning Integration, a synthetic framework that maps the integration of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor, and connects the spiritual-moral dimensions of malakah with the development of 21st-century competencies associated with deep learning. This framework provides a philosophical-pedagogical foundation of more holistic and contextually grounded model of Islamic education. This study recommends further empirical studies to examine the practical effectiveness of this conceptual framework in educational settings.