The existence kiai of the islamic boarding school in the community

Abstract

Many consider that Islamic boarding schools are lagging behind the times and are unable to meet the needs of the community. In contrast, Islamic boarding schools are considered as social education institutions, where Kiai plays a central role in uniting boarding school and community. Therefore the purpose of this study is to explore how the part of Kiai in the community. This study uses qualitative approaches and descriptive methods. The data in this study obtained through participant observation, interviews with Kiai, administrators, principals, surrounding communities, and documentation. The results of this study indicate that Kiai can establish strong relationships without stopping with people who are far from religious understanding. Kiai is an influential figure who can integrate all existing social institutions with the institutional boarding school he leads. Further, Kiai is used as a primary role model in thinking, acting, and behave. So that the community recognizes the existence of the Kiai, Kiai can answer every problem that the society faces and accommodate every aspiration of the community.

Development of Islamic boarding school curriculum through equalization policies

“…The theory that Islamic boarding schools have always served as a "platform" to spread Islam throughout Indonesian history has been proven by the fact that they have always had Islamic meaning and Indonesian authenticity. Pedagogically, Islamic boarding schools are Islamic educational institutions that aim to instill understanding, awareness, and implementation of Islamic teachings by emphasizing the importance of Islamic morals as a guideline for life in people's daily lives (Zaini, 2021;(Amaly et al, 2020). Taking into account their role so far, Islamic boarding schools were established to support religious values and jihad to incorporate the knowledge learned into the process of progress and development of society.…”