IMPLEMENTATION OF ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOLS CURRICULUM IN COUNTERING RELIGIOUS RADICALISM IN SOUTH SULAWESI

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the curriculum applied in Islamic boarding schools in Sulawesi, Indonesia. Specifically, it focused on intra-curriculum, extra-curriculum, and co-curriculum materials that were implemented through the Ministry of Religion and the Ministry of Education to map out the curriculum model being taught. A survey was conducted on the curriculum model taught in Islamic boarding schools, and subsequently followed by identifying and elaborating on the problems found to address the variables studied. Data were obtained from students and teachers and the study instruments were developed accordingly. Both primary and secondary data related to the notion of radicalism were obtained and used as references in data processing and analysis to draw conclusions. The results showed that Islamic boarding schools in South Sulawesi are not affiliated with radicalism, as they implement an integrated curriculum model for students, covering intra-curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular activities, all under the supervision of the government. Students consistently followed the agreed curriculum when receiving materials to minimize the chance of adopting extremism from external sources. In addition, teachers were consistent in delivering materials related to character development and fostering brotherhood and nationalism among students.

Keywords; Islamic, Boarding Schools, Curriculum, Radicalism