Tafkir: Interdisciplinary Journal of Islamic Education
Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): Integrative Islamic Education

The Effects of Turats Learning, AI, Digital Literacy, Spiritual Leadership, and Collaboration on Santri Achievement through Engagement

Siti Lathifatus Suniyah (Universitas Islam Darul 'Ulum)
Ariefah Sundari (Universitas Islam Darul Ulum)
Ahmad Jarullah El-Khotib (Al-Azhar Al-Syarif University, Cairo Egypt)
Khotib Khotib (Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Ampel Surabaya)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Jul 2026

Abstract

The development of digital technology has transformed learning systems in Islamic boarding schools. Santri no longer rely solely on traditional kitab-based learning but also utilize digital technology and artificial intelligence in daily academic activities. This study aims to analyze the effects of Turats Learning, AI Assisted Learning, digital literacy, spiritual leadership, and collaborative learning on santri academic achievement through student engagement. The research employed a quantitative approach using a survey method involving 250 santri from several modern Islamic boarding schools in East Java, Indonesia. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed using purposive sampling techniques. Data analysis was conducted using Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (SEM-PLS). The hypotheses examined both direct and indirect relationships among the variables. The findings reveal that Turats Learning and digital literacy have strong effects on student engagement and santri academic achievement. AI-assisted learning and collaborative learning also significantly improve student participation in the learning process. This study contributes to the development of an adaptive Islamic boarding school education model that integrates digital transformation while maintaining spiritual values and traditional Islamic learning culture. The findings highlight the importance of balancing modern technology with pesantren academic traditions to improve the quality of santri education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

tijie

Publisher

Subject

Religion Humanities Education Other

Description

Focus. The focus is to provide readers with a better understanding of Islamic education and present developments through the publication of articles. Scope. Study of Al-Quran and Hadith on Education; Philosophy of Islamic Education; History of Islamic Education; Theological Foundation of Education; ...