The Deputy Prime Minister’s recent statement that the new School-Based Assessment (SBA) or PBS (Pentaksiran Berasaskan Sekolah) is to be reviewed came as quite a surprise. The reason given is basically technical, namely the problem of system database application and server issues following complaints from teachers that the online system for them to key in…
As long and complex as human history is, an interesting aspect present is the dynamic relationship between religion and civilisation and how they impact each other. No doubt historically, both religion and civilisation have contributed to a great extent in enhancing human life. Islam, in particular, is an example of a religion that has played…
Among the aims of the Malaysia Education Blueprint 2013-2025 launched by the Deputy Prime Minister recently is to end the exam-oriented educational system that has taken place for so long in our country. The revised approach will focus more on the comprehensive assessment which will be based on the banding system ranging from band 1…
The spate of problems that have taken place worldwide of late are somewhat worrying. At the international level, political conflicts among nations, sectarian wars, uprisings against ruling governments make up daily news headlines. Although happenings within the country do not match international standards, talk of post-election issues is apparently still rife for many Malaysians. For…
The recent skirmishes in Lahad Datu reflect attempts by certain quarters in trying to achieve their political aims through violence. Despite their historical allegations, the unrealistic approach taken especially in the form of armed aggression on the sovereign territory of a country, had not only cost unnecessary casualties, but also disrupted, in one way or…
With the general election around the corner, the heat of the Malaysian political climate is gradually increasing. The number of political gatherings, ceramahs and demonstrations by political parties multiply by the day and continue to escalate. The various issues being raised by political parties range from the major ones such as fair economic distribution and…
The string of media reports on crimes and ethical problems in the society of late are somewhat disconcerting. Contemplating on them would lead one to a deeper psychological question; are human beings bad by …
The Preliminary Report of the Malaysia Education Blueprint announced by the Prime Minister and deliberated further by the Deputy Prime Minister recently opens new horizons to the country’s future education and will bring it to a new level. The transformation, which will take place in thirteen years involving three waves, nine key areas and eleven…
The incident of a couple attacking a policeman with a sword in front of the Prime Minister’s department has become a cover story recently. The man, who was shot and later on died, also claimed himself as Imam Mahdi. While the real cause of the incident is still under investigation, the natural immediate reaction is…
Less than a week ago, the Education Minister announced that 24,053 teachers would have the opportunity to be promoted to higher positions than the ones they currently hold. This is indeed a piece of news welcomed by those who are serving in one of the biggest professions in Malaysia. Apart from other benefits enjoyed by…
