By Zaini Nisa Fadilah
Class E / Semester 6 / 1222010206 / MPI Student / Undergraduate / UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung
Madrasahs, as Islamic educational institutions, hold a strategic role in shaping generations that are intellectually and spiritually outstanding. In facing global challenges, institutional innovation is needed that can integrate Islamic values with international education standards. One such innovation is the development of RMBI (Rintisan Madrasah Bertaraf Internasional -- Pilot International Standard Madrasah), which integrates national and global curricula to meet the needs of the times.
This essay aims to explain the basic concepts, background, standardization of implementation, and management strategies of RMBI Madrasahs as a reference for the development of superior madrasahs that are internationally competitive while remaining rooted in Islamic values and local culture.
first: The basic concept of RSBI Madrasahs includes fulfilling the eight National Education Standards (SNP) along with enriching the curriculum and governance based on international standards. RSBI Madrasahs are designed to produce graduates who master science, technology, as well as Islamic and national values. The education targets of RSBI include strengthening literacy, mastering foreign languages, and 21st-century skills. The legal basis for the implementation of RSBI refers to Law No. 20 of 2003 and Government Regulation No. 19 of 2005. Its distinctive character lies in the integration of Islamic values, local culture, and religious moderation as the main characteristics of Islamic education in Indonesia.
Second: The background of the establishment of RSBI is rooted in five main aspects: philosophical, theological, sociological, anthropological, and economic. Philosophically, RSBI education aims to form holistic individuals both intellectually and spiritually. Theologically, seeking knowledge is a religious obligation. RSBI becomes a form of collective worship in preparing knowledgeable and ethical generations. Sociologically, the madrasah strengthens social cohesion through character education and values of tolerance. Economically, RSBI acts as a driving force for human resource development and an education-based economy.
Third: Standardization of RSBI implementation includes the national curriculum enriched with international curricula (such as Cambridge or IB), bilingual learning, and the use of digital technology. Students are selected based on academic ability and character, while teachers must be certified and capable of teaching in two languages. Provided facilities include digital classrooms, laboratories, digital libraries, and high-speed internet. Funding comes from government funds (BOS), local budgets (APBD), parents, and private partnerships, all managed transparently. Quality assessment is conducted through SPMI (Internal Quality Assurance System), national accreditation, and data-based evaluations.
Fourth:RSBI management strategies are designed to optimize all aspects of education. The curriculum is developed to be adaptive to global changes while retaining Islamic values. Teaching methods include project-based and digital technology-based approaches. Human resource development is enhanced through continuous training and teacher communities. Facilities are managed through a digital system (SIMSARPRAS) for efficiency. School culture is built around discipline, literacy, and student leadership values. Evaluation and financial management are carried out transparently and accountably through ARKAS and other quality assurance instruments.
RSBI Madrasahs are a model of Islamic education that combines national and international standards without abandoning local identity. Its background, rooted in philosophical to economic aspects, shows that RSBI is not merely a modern institution but also a character-driven one. The standardization of curricula, educators, students, and infrastructure enhances institutional quality. Integrated management strategies in strengthening human resources, facilities, and school culture make RSBI an ideal example of superior Islamic education that is adaptive to change while preserving noble values.
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This writing is summarized from the Teaching Material of the International Islamic Education Management Course Part 14: RMBI Madrasah Model. Course Lecturer: Prof. Dr. H. A. Rusdiana, M.M.
