Curriculum Development to Build the Character and Skills of Students in Pesantren

Authors

  • Irma Suryani Siregar Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Negeri Mandailing Natal, Indonesia
  • Irwan Saleh Dalimunthe Universitas Islam Negeri Syekh Ali Hasan Ahmad Addary Padangsidimpuan, Indonesia
  • Satria Darma National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21154/cendekia.v22i2.9791

Keywords:

Pesantren, Modern Era, Curriculum Management

Abstract

This study explores the curriculum management at Mushtofawiyah Pesantren, a traditional Islamic educational institution established in 1912 in North Sumatra. The pesantren faces significant challenges in integrating religious education based on the yellow book, which constitutes 80% of the curriculum, with general subjects allocated at 20%. This research employs a qualitative case study method. The results indicate that the curriculum management at Mushtofawiyah Pesantren successfully creates a synergy between religious and general education, despite challenges such as internal resistance and limited facilities. These activities not only deepen religious understanding but also strengthen social bonds and collaborative spirit among the students. The success of the alumni, who now play prominent roles in various public and professional sectors, along with the strength of the alumni organization network (KAMUS), underscores the effectiveness of the educational model implemented. These findings offer valuable insights into how pesantren can adapt and remain relevant amid changing times without losing their religious identity

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