Relationship between development of education in Malaysia with NPE and PTE(Benjeli, Britney & Daniel)

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EDUP 3093

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1. Benjeli Lai P21074444
Chung Mei

2. Britney Lai P21074404
Chung Ming

3. Daniel Darrell P21074481
S. Onong

Development
of schools

The revolution in schools from the
pre-independence to the current

education system

Education Development: The
revolution of the education systems

Schools in Malaysia revolve from 'Sekolah
Pondok' that only teaches religious
knowledge, to Secondary and Primary
schools that added language knowledge to
the learning syllabus, and currently to
categorized schools such as cluster schools
and national schools that strive for students'
balance in every aspect.

National Philosophy
Education: Metaphysics

The development of the education
system highlighted metaphysics of
where Malaysia strive for a more
holistic and integrated individuals

Teachers' Education
Philosophy : Teacher of quality

Teachers should be well trained and
well educated to strive for the best
quality of teachings in schools. By
teachers being well equipped with
knowledge and qualities of an
educator, they are able to guide and
help their students to develop
holistically more effectively

2.

Emphasis On Broad Subjects

Education in Malaysia has increased
numbers of subjects required for students
to pass and:

1. EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT

Malaysian education system has
developed from only focusing on
broad subjects like BM to
emphasizing on subjects which
include English, Mathematics,
Science and Technology.

NPE'S IMPLICATION:

Due to the emphasis on subjects
like Technology, Mathematics and
Science, computer and science labs
were established in addition to HIP

program (Highly Immersive
Program).

PTE'S IMPLICATION:

Teachers need to improve
teaching and learning quality to
ensure the teaching quality can be
uplifted along with new emphasis
on critical subjects,

Compulsory
primary education

Education is developed from traditional based to
compulsory for preschoolers.

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT

before and after Malaysia's independence,
primary education in Malaysia was not
compulsory. However, due to the
amendment made to the Education Act
1996 in 2003, it is compulsory for children to
have primary education. Parents who failed
to do so will be fined by the law with
RM5000 or prison sentence not more than
6 months or both.

NPE'S IMPLICATION

The obligation for children to attend primary
schools prove that there is an on going effort
to develop our education system. It also
promote competency in future generations.
Compulsory schooling will help students to
develop competency as they learn and strive
for their best to achieve good results in
examination.

PTE'S IMPLICATION

Teacher's knowledge will always be updated
and increased to assure the good quality of
education system in our country. In addition,
teachers need to ensure students full
attendances' in class and reach out to the
students who are not attending schools.

The implementation and
practice of extra

curricular activities

Extra curricular activities strive for the
development of student's abilities holistically

The Education Development: Extra
curricular activities in schools

The evolution of the Government Gazette in
the year of 1967 to the year 1997 where extra
curricular activities are slowly introduced and
implemented in schools across Malaysia. The
national education system introduced the
extra curricular activities in three elements
which are Sports, Clubs and Associations, as
well as Body Uniforms, as an effort to achieve
balanced development in the aspects of JERIS
among students

National Philosophy Education:
Values and Skills to students

Students are able to learn various of skills
and values that can be practical in their
future life.

Values and skills such as responsibility,
leadership skill, critical thinking, and soft
skills are some of the examples
These values and skills are useful to
students as they grow older

Teachers' Education Philosophy:
Teachers plan and organize
activities

Teachers need to organize fun and
creative activities that are aligned
with the co-curricular aspects and
elements (sports, club and
association, as well as body uniforms)
for students to take part in.

Religious subjects in schools

The methods to teach religious subjects are
different from before and now.

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT

During the pre-independence era, students learn religious
subjects in teacher’s houses, mosques, surau and pondok.
However, after independence, it is compulsory for religious
subject which are Pendidikan Islam and Pendidikan Moral to
be taught in school. According to the Education Act 1961, it is
compulsory to include Pendidikan Moral in the school’s
timetable and it is allocated 120 minutes a week.
Additionally, it changed from 120 minutes to 240 minutes a
week in 1988. Religious schools such as Sekolah Menengah
Kebangsaan (SMKA) were also established.

NPE'S IMPLICATION

Students are able to learn and prioritize their
religion and moral values because the NPE aims to
develop individuals’ potential in a spiritually,
emotionally, and physically balanced and
harmonious, based on a firm belief and
commitment to God.

PTE'S IMPLICATION

Students are able to learn and prioritize their
religion andTeachers can play their role to
ensure holistic development among students
by hosting events in schools like Program
Maqdisi and spiritual development program.
Well mannered and balanced individuals are
created.

Education policy

From no policy to structured
policies, education in Malaysia has

developed.

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT FROM PRE-
INDEPENDENCE TO POST-INDEPENDENCE

There was no clear policy on education in Malaysia
during colonization. However, education at that
time was based on divide & rule policy, which
prevents the unity of citizens of Malaysia. After
Malaysia had gained independence, Razak Report
1956 developed a national education system that
fosters unity.

NPE'S IMPLICATION

Rukun Negara was established to foster
unity.

PTE'S IMPLICATION
Teachers need to maintain a united,
democratic, progressive and disciplined
students by nurturing patriotism and love for
the country in students so that we can

strengthen unity.

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