Earlier, it was announced that the government is considering bringing in English educators from Singapore to teach the language in Malaysia.
In Parliament today (July 16), Education Minister, Fadhlina Sidek said the teaching manpower from Singapore are volunteers in the form of diplomatic relations, funded by the Singapore government to help improve students’ English proficiency.
“They will teach in poor urban and rural areas, including in Sabah and Sarawak.”
Fadhlina added that teachers will implement meaningful pedagogy (pronounced “peh-duh-gow-jee”, is a term that refers to the method of how teachers teach, in theory and in practice) that utilises students’ learning in the language, such as by introducing the English Language Education Enhancement Plan (3PBI).
“Among the programs implemented are such as HIPMax, Malaysian Folklore StoryFest, Critical Reading Strategy and Oral Communication.”
The Ministry of Education (MOE) also welcomes and is currently examining this volunteer reserve, especially from the perspective of implementation in MOE educational institutions to ensure everything is in line with existing principles and regulations.
“We have implemented this in the past by involving teaching staff from developed countries such as Australia, the United States and Korea,” Fadhlina added.
Malaysia, you’re welcome to help!
Additionally, Fadhlina said MoE is always happy to receive help and contributions from fellow Malaysians. Retired English teachers in Malaysia can also volunteer to teach, if they’re interested.
“In fact, they have also helped a lot in KPM’s efforts to improve the teaching and learning of English.”
Fadhlina also made it clear that MOE is happy to receive help from both sides to improve proficiency in English among Malaysian students.
“So, there is actually no problem for us to make space for retired teachers to be with us and contribute in giving ideas to improve and learn English more effectively.”
To our educator friends, what do you think of this?
