Islamic and Dutch Schools in Jambi During Colonial Era

This article discusses the development of Islamic and Dutch schools in Jambi, 1901-1942. This study adopted a historical method, including, heuristics, criticism, interpretation, and historiography. Jambi was one of Dutch territories. All aspects of life were governed by Dutch rule, including education. Education in Jambi had been developed since the entry of Islam at the end of the 11th century, long before the Dutch education system was introduced in the 20th century. Since the ethical policy had been enacted, all colonies were obliged to implement the Dutch or European education system and... Mehr ...