KEGIATAN KHITOBAH SEBAGAI PENGEMBANGAN PUBLIC SPEAKING PADA SANTRI PONDOK PESANTREN MIFTAHUL KHAIRAT

Abstract

Miftahul Khairat Islamic Boarding School, established in 2009, is a religious
educational institution dedicated to developing the potential of its students (santri) in both
Islamic scholarship and non-academic skills. One of the activities implemented to foster this
potential is khitobah—public speaking practice. This activity aims to cultivate courage and
communication skills while shaping students into confident individuals capable of effective
religious outreach (dakwah). This study employs a qualitative case study approach, gathering
data through observation, interviews, and document analysis. Data collection commenced in
February 2025. The findings indicate that the khitobah activity at Miftahul Khairat Islamic
Boarding School is a vital component of the educational system; it serves not merely a
ceremonial function but plays a strategic role in character development, particularly regarding
courage, responsibility, and communication abilities. Through sessions held twice weekly,
students are guided to structure and deliver Islamic content, thereby honing their dakwah skills
and their ability to communicate knowledge effectively.