PESANTREN AS AN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION: CASE STUDY ON MOTIVES OF STUDENTS' GUARDIANS IN THE ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOL UNIVERSITAS ISLAM INDONESIA

Abstract

Pesantren, as an authentic educational institution initiated by Indonesian Muslims, provides parents an
effective alternative to educate their children. For years, pesantren has proven trusted in educating youth
and establishing a standard in both general and religious educations. In this study, the researchers will
discuss factors that motivate parents to entrust pesantren as the institution to educate their children. This
study uses a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection methods include observation, interviews, and
the results of relevant studies. After analyzing the data, the results indicate that there are two types of
motives among parents. First is general motivation in placing children in pesantren, namely intrinsic
motivation which covers parents' ideals having a generation with the quality of faith and good moral
conduct, forming morals, and building strong physical and mental. The other factor is extrinsic motivation,
including intense, integrated, and comprehensive Islamic teaching, positive activities carried out
continuously for 24 hours, and proper coaching methods. The two factors indicate that parents' motivation
to entrust pesantren as an educational institution is relevant to current conditions in which the younger
generation is prone to moral depravity