In this occasion Dr Rosyafinaz Mohamat, from Curriculum Development Division, Ministry of Education Malaysia will share about policy and development of Malaysian school curriculum. As stated in Malaysian Education Law, the Malaysian school curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive education that encompasses both academic and non-academic subjects. It follows a national framework set by the Ministry of Education, emphasizing the importance of core subjects such as Malay language, English language, mathematics, science, and Islamic studies or moral education for Muslim students, while also incorporating elements of Malaysian history, geography, and culture. Additionally, students are exposed to subjects like arts, physical education, and vocational studies to foster well-rounded development. The curriculum is periodically reviewed and updated to ensure relevance and alignment with global standards. Assessment methods include both continuous evaluations and standardized examinations. The lecture also will talk about salient development such issues of  KBSR (Kurikulum Bersepadu Sekolah Rendah or Key School-Based Assessment), KSSR (Kurikulum Standar Sekolah Rendah or Primary School Standard Curriculum), teaching of English for mathematics and science subject (PPSMI or Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran Sains dan Matematik Dalam Bahasa Inggeris), the introduction of HOTs (higher order thinking skills or KBAT, Kemahiran Berfikir Aras Tinggi). The goal of the curriculum is always to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed for personal development and contribution to society.

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