Sejarah Perkembangan Pendidikan Islam di Kabaputen OKU (Dari Surau Tradisional Hingga Lembaga Modern)

Abstract

This study discusses the development of Islamic education in Ogan Komering Ulu (OKU) Regency, tracing its journey from traditional surau to modern educational institutions. The purpose is to describe the changes, continuity, and both internal and external factors that influenced  its development.  The research employed a qualitative approach  through library research,  historical  analysis,  and  limited  interviews with community leaders.

The findings show that Islamic education in OKU initially centered on surau, which functioned as places of worship as well as informal educational centers. In the 20th century, madrasahs emerged as a response to colonial education, followed by the formal recognition of madrasahs within the national education system after independence. In the modern era, Islamic education expanded with the establishment  of integrated Islamic schools, pesantren, Islamic universities, and Qur’an memorization institutions, adopting technology and professional management. In conclusion,  Islamic  education  in OKU  has undergone significant transformation, remaining rooted in local traditions while adapting to modernization.