Academia Open
Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): December

Deep Learning Design in Islamic Boarding School (Pesantren): Integration of Islamic Values, Digital Technology, and 21st-Century Competencies

Ima Hikmayati (Universitas Islam Darussalam Ciamis)
Rini Nuraeni (Universitas Islam Darussalam Ciamis)
Hernandi Hernandi (Universitas Islam Darussalam Ciamis)
Azzahra Anugrah Illahi Sudrajat (Universitas Islam Darussalam Ciamis)
Selamet Selamet (Universitas Islam Darussalam Ciamis)



Article Info

Publish Date
04 Dec 2025

Abstract

General Background: The rapid advancement of digital technology and artificial intelligence has created new opportunities for enhancing learning quality, including within Islamic boarding schools (pesantren). Specific Background: Pesantren, as traditional Islamic institutions, increasingly face the need to integrate modern pedagogical approaches while safeguarding Islamic values. Knowledge Gap: Although research on technology-based education is expanding, studies focusing on the integration of deep learning, Islamic values, and digital technology specifically in pesantren remain limited. Aims: This study aims to conceptualize a deep learning model that harmonizes Islamic teachings, digital tools, and 21st-century competencies to strengthen both academic and character formation in pesantren. Results: Through a literature review, the study identifies three core dimensions of an integrated learning design: Islamic values as the moral-spiritual foundation, digital technology and AI as pedagogical enhancers, and 21st-century skills as essential competencies for santri. Novelty: This study proposes a holistic framework that positions deep learning not only as a cognitive process but as a spiritually grounded, technology-supported educational paradigm unique to pesantren. Implications: Successful implementation requires cultural adaptation, improved digital infrastructure, and continuous teacher training to ensure ethical and effective technology use. Highlights: Integration of Islamic values, digital tools, and deep learning creates a holistic pesantren learning model. Digital technology enhances pedagogy but requires cultural adaptation and teacher training. The framework prepares santri with both spiritual grounding and 21st-century skills. Keywords: Deep Learning, Pesantren, Islamic Values, Digital Technology, 21st-Century Competencies

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Journal Info

Abbrev

acopen

Publisher

Subject

Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

Description

Academia Open is published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo published 2 (two) issues per year (June and December). This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. This ...