Navigating Modernization in Traditional Islamic Education: An Application of the ADKAR Model at Pondok Pesantren Tegalrejo

Abstract

This research explores the utilization of the ADKAR model in managing organizational change within Pondok Pesantren Tegalrejo, an Islamic educational institution facing the complexities of modernization. Employing a qualitative field research methodology, the study is designed in five phases: background identification, inductive data collection, direct field observations, perception extraction, and gap analysis. Findings reveal that the institution effectively employs the ADKAR framework—Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement—to reconcile its foundational religious and educational values with modern societal demands. These adaptations range from curriculum alignments to national standards to expanding services beyond religious education. The study concludes that Pondok Pesantren Tegalrejo is a critical example of traditional religious institutions successfully navigating modern challenges without compromising core values. It also confirms the applicability of the ADKAR model in diverse organizational settings. Limitations include focusing on a single institution, suggesting the need for future comparative and longitudinal studies for broader applicability and enduring efficacy.