THE TRUST PARADOX IN ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOLS: WEAK ACCOUNTABILITY, STRONG TRANSPARENCY AND RESPONSIBILITY

Abstract

Accountability, Transparency, and Responsibility are crucial for Trust in Islamic boarding schools, which play a strategic role in education and character building. These traditional institutions focus on religious teaching and spiritual life, where Trust is a critical element. This study aims to determine the implications of Accountability, Transparency, and Responsibility on Trust in managing Islamic boarding schools. Using a quantitative approach, the study analyzes the influence of these variables on the trust of 155 members/congregations in the dormitory. The Likert Scale (1-5) measures responses, and Path analysis with Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) tests hypotheses. Findings reveal that Accountability does not significantly influence Trust due to the high trust members have in the leadership, assuming accountability need not be formalized in reports. However, Transparency and Responsibility significantly impact Trust. These elements are essential for building trust in Islamic boarding schools.