Compulsory secondary education policy to be tabled in Parliament next month - Fadhlina
Fadhlina Sidek says introduction of policy was also to address the problem of students not attending school, especially during SPM.
Mon Jan 13 2025
The Future Is Female: Tackling Poverty in All Its Dimensions
Despite decades of progress, poverty continues to trap millions in cycles of deprivation, and conventional measures often fail to reflect the full scope of their struggles. The Multidimensional Poverty Index, developed by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative, offers a revolutionary way to understand and address poverty by looking at deprivations in education, health, and living standards. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Professor Dr Sabina Alkire, Director of the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative. Together with Professor James Foster, she developed the Alkire-Foster method for measuring multidimensional poverty.
Sun Jan 12 2025
Early school aid of RM150 to be disbursed from Jan 13 - Education Ministry
The government allocates RM791.25 million for a one-off RM150 Early Schooling Aid payment, benefiting over 5.2 million students.
Fri Jan 10 2025
New blueprint set to reshape education system, meet future demand - Fadhlina
The comprehensive Malaysia Future Education Blueprint 2026-2036 is intended to replace the current plan that will conclude this year.
Thu Jan 09 2025
MoE denies leak of 2024 SPM History paper
The screenshots that were transmitted only contained a list of titles in the History textbook that were used as predictions, says MoE.
Thu Jan 09 2025
[COLUMNIST] Fostering agile mindsets among teachers
Teachers who are open-minded, adaptable, and responsive are the ones who already possess agile mindsets. Teachers with these traits will embrace the process of digitalization in education faster.
Wed Jan 08 2025
[OPINION] My body belongs to me: Empowering children through comprehensive sexuality education
This collaborative approach will empower children to navigate the complexities of sexuality, finally contributing to a healthier and caring society.
Tue Jan 07 2025
Learning Thai behind bars: Malaysian inmates embrace education for a fresh start
For 30 Malaysian inmates at the Narathiwat Prison, the facility has become a venue for learning and new beginnings.
Sat Jan 04 2025
MOE aligns educational needs of GISBH children
The Ministry of Education (MOE) is currently realigning the educational needs of children linked to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH)
Fri Jan 03 2025
SPM 2024 attendance rate hits 97 pct - Fadhlina
The attendance rate for the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2024 candidates has reached 97 per cent, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.
Thu Jan 02 2025
How educational board games can make learning genetics fun
In recent years, gamification has emerged as a powerful technique to enhance learning and motivation.
Mon Dec 30 2024
Gender studies alumni stand against sexual harassment at Universiti Malaya
Open Letter to Universiti Malaya and Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.
Fri Dec 20 2024
Bill on compulsory education until secondary school for tabling in Parliament in February next year
Fadhlina Sidek says the proposed bill had been sent to the Attorney General's Chambers for review.
Thu Dec 19 2024
Rethinking assessments: Finding balance between exams and holistic learning
Rethinking Assessments: Finding Balance Between Exams and Holistic Learning
Sat Dec 14 2024
China calls on universities to provide 'love education'
Beijing has been promoting various measures to try to make having children more attractive to young couples.
Fri Dec 06 2024
Pahang and UAE join forces to protect the critically endangered Malayan tiger
The partnership aims to address critical issues such as wildlife poaching, habitat degradation, and population decline.
Tue Jan 14 2025
[COLUMNIST] Turkiye, Syria and Israel’s loss of strategic initiative
Today Israel is confronted with a new reality despite the gains and wins from four successive wars in the past.
Tue Jan 14 2025
US lawmakers urge Biden to extend TikTok Jan. 19 ban deadline
If banned, the short video app used by 170 million Americans would quickly go dark.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Baltic Sea nations seek to limit further incidents after cable breaches
Some 2,000 ships are crossing the Baltic Sea every day, making it difficult to monitor it all, says Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics.
Tue Jan 14 2025
EU reassesses tech probes into Apple, Google and Meta, FT reports
The tech giants have urged US President-elect Donald Trump to challenge European Union's regulatory scrutiny against them.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Women's restrooms and new tiles at Batu Caves to be ready for Thaipusam
Tan Sri R. Nadarajah says, about RM6 million has been spent to date to carry out repair and maintenance works at the place of worship.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Federal Court sets March 13-14 for hearing of final appeals in Kevin Morais' murder case
Six men are appealing against the Court of Appeal's decision to uphold their conviction for murder and the death sentences.
Tue Jan 14 2025
UK man fined RM700 for entering protected area at KLIA
Polak Kendon is charged with entering a protected area at Gate C, level five of KLIA T1, without a valid pass.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Indonesia plans minimum age for social media use
The move aims at protecting children, its communications minister says.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Level Up: The Superman guide to the future of work
By 2030, tasks performed solely by humans are expected to shrink from 47% to 33%.
Tue Jan 14 2025