<![CDATA[This study highlights the need for digital transformation in Islamic boarding schools and the challenges of implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in learning management. This study aims to analyze the implementation of AI at Hidayatul Mubtadiin Islamic Boarding School in South Lampung, focusing on its opportunities, challenges, and the readiness of human resources and institutions. A qualitative case study design was employed, with data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation involving Islamic boarding school leaders, teachers, education staff, and students. The findings show that AI is utilized in preparing learning tools, developing teaching materials, designing assessments, accessing learning resources, and managing educational administration, offering benefits in work efficiency, information access, learning innovation, and digital literacy. However, challenges include limited digital competence, information validity, technological dependency, and the absence of specific AI-use policies. Human resources and institutional readiness are relatively adequate, supported by leadership commitment, openness to innovation, and basic digital infrastructure. This study contributes by emphasizing the importance of strengthening digital competence, institutional governance, and the integration of Islamic educational values to ensure responsible and effective AI implementation in Islamic boarding schools.]]>
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