This evolution reflects a "Living Qur'an" model where students strive to maintain their religious principles while navigating the influences of a digitalized, globalized world.
Entertainment doesn't just fill time; it shapes identity. The new lifestyle of an MTs student is heavily curated by social media algorithms.
The lifestyle of a Siswi MTs today is deeply integrated with digital platforms. Research indicates that Indonesian Gen Z, including those in religious schools, are "digital natives" who spend significant time—often between —on platforms like YouTube (91%), Instagram (86%), and TikTok (79–83%).
Entertainment for Lina has shifted from television to community-driven platforms. On Friday nights, she and her friends host "virtual watch parties" of Islamic travel vlogs or the latest halal-friendly K-dramas, discussing them in a lively WhatsApp group. She’s even started a podcast with her classmates called MTs Minutes , where they talk about everything from teen skincare routines to their favorite spiritual podcasts. For Lina, being an MTs student in this era means being tech-savvy and trend-aware, all while staying grounded in her values.
This evolution reflects a "Living Qur'an" model where students strive to maintain their religious principles while navigating the influences of a digitalized, globalized world.
Entertainment doesn't just fill time; it shapes identity. The new lifestyle of an MTs student is heavily curated by social media algorithms.
The lifestyle of a Siswi MTs today is deeply integrated with digital platforms. Research indicates that Indonesian Gen Z, including those in religious schools, are "digital natives" who spend significant time—often between —on platforms like YouTube (91%), Instagram (86%), and TikTok (79–83%).
Entertainment for Lina has shifted from television to community-driven platforms. On Friday nights, she and her friends host "virtual watch parties" of Islamic travel vlogs or the latest halal-friendly K-dramas, discussing them in a lively WhatsApp group. She’s even started a podcast with her classmates called MTs Minutes , where they talk about everything from teen skincare routines to their favorite spiritual podcasts. For Lina, being an MTs student in this era means being tech-savvy and trend-aware, all while staying grounded in her values.