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UEC recognition underscores robustness of national education system
1+ hour, 54+ min ago (1443+ words) From Tan Yew Sing The United Chinese School Committees" Association of Malaysia (Dong Zong) welcomes the statement by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who affirmed that all parties must "uphold the principles within the Federal Constitution regarding the status of Bahasa…...
Mandarin-speaking Teacher Jaslene bridges the gap through language
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (582+ words) I use Mandarin because most of my students are Chinese, so I try to bond with them. If I speak their language, they'll feel much closer to me," the 36-year-old told FMT Lifestyle. This connection is something Jaslene values: she…...
In KL, a home away from home for Sarawak students
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (205+ words) Abang Johari said the complex will not only serve as a hostel, but also as a community hub for Sarawakians to connect with each other, the Borneo Post reported. "Many Sarawakian students face difficulties in finding a hostel while studying…...
Biology vs the bell: rethinking school start times
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (467+ words) These early hours are typically justified by reasons such as reduced traffic congestion and smoother logistics, claims that mornings are better for learning and concentration, and alignment with parents" working hours and afterschool activities. While these may serve adult convenience…...
Online learning for 72 schools in Selangor, KL during Asean Summit
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (110+ words) Fadhlina said the affected schools are located in areas or along roads that will see heavy traffic during the summit. "School activities in the 72 schools will continue as usual through online learning," she told reporters after an anti-bullying town hall…...
Students in Malaysia should learn 3 languages, says NGO
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (207+ words) Its chairman, Tunku Dara Naquiah Tuanku Ja'afar, said a model similar to England's would better prepare Malaysian students for the global stage, Bernama reported. She also expressed concern over declining English proficiency in Malaysia since the 1990s, following policies that prioritised…...
Kids need strong BM foundation before mastering other languages, says don
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (308+ words) Editor's Note: This article was premised on a Harian Metro story which has since been revised. FMT has amended its article to reflect those changes. In a Harian Metro report, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) associate professor Azizah Zain said…...
Ministry acts after bullying case reported at Miri youth skills institute
3+ mon, 4+ day ago (106+ words) The ministry said the bullies would either be suspended or expelled. "There is no room for physical violence at this institute, prank or otherwise," it said in a statement. The ministry said a preliminary investigation revealed that the incident occurred…...
Student suspended over bullying incident at Sabah school
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (152+ words) Student suspended over bullying incident at Sabah school - The state education director said the school took immediate action and has also referred the student for guidance and counselling. Sabah state education director Raisin Saidin said the school took immediate action…...
Anti-bullying framework part of education ministry’s focus in 2026 budget
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (223+ words) Without elaborating on the framework, Fadhlina said this followed a series of dialogues and consultations with various stakeholders in the field of education, Bernama reported. The minister said she would also look to drive digital education as well as technical…...