Nation

Zambry:  Polytechnics can nurture successful  innovators

KUALA LUMPUR: The success of a team from Politeknik Sultan Idris Shah in winning two prestigious awards at the Seoul International Invention Fair (SIIF) 2025 shows that polytechnics are no longer a second choice, says Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir

Nation

Schools to add languages

PETALING JAYA: Besides expanding Mandarin and Tamil in national schools, the Education Ministry is exploring the inclusion of Asean languages as part of its initiative on additional languages.

Nation

Over 8,000 volunteers appointed for 2025 SPM, says Fadhlina

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 8,006 volunteers have been appointed to assist with this year's Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination, marking the highest number since the initiative was launched in 2023, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.

Education

Thriving in the age of algorithms

Imagine your neighbourhood barista remembering that you've recently switched from a latte to an Americano to cut back on milk.

Education

TAR UMT students ROAR on reels

DESPITE politics not being his usual area of interest, Chong Ee Jack took on the challenge of creating a reel about a politician who inspired him the most.

Education

Youth urge stronger training

The ranking looks good on paper, but in daily work life, it doesn't always align. Communication skills and English proficiency are still uneven across industries, and many workplaces don't fully support ongoing skill development.

Education

Tackling gaps in English progress

MALAYSIA'S top ranking in the 2025 Education First (EF) English Proficiency Index (EPI) reflects progress and potential, but does not capture the full picture of English proficiency nationwide, say education experts.

Education

Between quiet and loud

"MAN is a social animal," Aristotle, a Greek philosopher, once said.

Education

Giving meaning to ‘professor’

From KHAIRI JAAFAR Malaysian higher education policy and governance researcher based in Brisbane, Australia, and former university administrator

Education

Employers want English-ready graduates

STRONG English proficiency is critical not just for day-to-day communication, but also for employability, career progression and Malaysia's competitiveness in international markets, says Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) president Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman.

Education

Leading TVET with values

EDUCATION is not only about teaching technical skills but also about shaping character, values and a sense of direction for the future.

STARPICKS

TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGES

MULTIPLE major reforms have happened over the past three years, improving the lives of teachers and students in Malaysia alike, thanks to the Education Ministry (MoE).

Education

Double glory for Gloria

EVEN as she aims to scale new heights in her standout sport, para table tennis player Gloria Gracia Wong Sze – a national champion and world number 16 – is not letting tertiary education out of her sight.

Education

Higher edu on quality drive

THE Higher Education Ministry is prioritising efforts to restore confidence in the academic standards and integrity of higher education institutions, says Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir.

Education

Teacher turns word struggles into success

GETTING pupils with low English proficiency to expand their vocabulary can be a challenge for teachers – the children often struggle to retain the new words they learn.

Sabah & Sarawak

Hundreds of rural schools in Sabah still lack internet access, says state education minister

PAITAN: Hundreds of schools in Sabah's rural areas still lack internet access, widening the education gap between urban and interior students, says the state's new education minister.

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Preschool curriculum in 2026 to focus on reading practices, says Education Minister

CYBERJAYA: The Preschool Curriculum 2026 will place stronger emphasis on shared reading between parents and children to boost early literacy, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.

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Crime and bullying incidents in schools spark reforms

KUALA LUMPUR: This year marks a major turning point in addressing school safety issues following a spate of bullying and crime committed within educational institutions.

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Align education with employment needs, says council

PETALING JAYA: Stronger integration between the education sector and industry is crucial to addressing graduate underemployment in Malaysia, says Malaysian Youth Council president Mohd Izzat Afifi Abdul Hamid.

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A struggle to match skills to jobs

PETALING JAYA: Finding a job that matches one's qualifications is becoming an uphill battle for many Malaysians, prompting graduates to explore alternative career paths.