A New Dawn for Islamic Boarding Schools in Indonesia Embracing the winds of change, the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) in Indonesia has embarked on a mission to modernize Islamic boarding schools, locally known as pesantren . The ministry has made a significant stride in this direction by donating 1,080 laptops to foster digital transformation within these traditional religious institutions. Unfolding the Digital Transformation The Acting Director of Diniyah and Pondok Pesantren at Kemenag, Waryono Abdul Ghafur, underscored the essence of this initiative. He stressed the need for pesantren to adapt to the rapidly advancing era, cautioning that failure to do so could lead to these institutions being sidelined by societal progress. The laptops, distributed between June and July 2023, reached 270 pesantren spanning across all 34 provinces of Indonesia. This event marked a significant step in integrating technology into these traditional institutions. Adapting Culture Vs Maintaining Values While some pesantren have shown reluctance in embracing technology, fearing it could dilute their values, Waryono argued for a reinterpretation that would not burden future generations. He expressed optimism that the majority of pesantren have an adaptive culture and would be able to transition smoothly into the digital age. Waryono urged […]
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