National Philosophy of Education

Education in Malaysia is an on-going effort towards developing the potential of individuals in a holistic and integrated manner, so as to produce individuals who are intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and physically balanced and harmonious based on a firm belief in and devotion to God. Such an effort is designed to produce Malaysian citizens who are knowledgeable and competent, who possess high moral standards and who are responsible and capable of achieving a high level of personal well being as well as being able to contribute to the harmony and betterment of the family, society and the nation at large.

Thursday, June 28, 2007

Never ever shake a baby: Protecting the 'Modal Insan'

A baby is the raw source of the 'modal insan' (Human Capital). In the PIPP (Pelan Induk Pembangunan Pendidikan 2006-2010), In chapter 5, it is mentioned that "Development of human capital is the determination for increasing the competitiveness and the productivity of the country" . So never ever shake a baby! But you can baby a shake.. hah.. hah.. hah. This video tells about never shake a baby thing...



p/s:
  • PIPP, some people make a joke on it, they change it to -"Pelan Ini Perempuan Punya". An escapism from Malaysian male teachers to let their female colleagues to do all the implementations. LOL
  • Teachers who have not gone for their interview yet, should read and understand the PIPP.

Cikgu Farish: I posted this just for a relief from all of the stressful afternoon session matters. (Never ask me what...)

Wednesday, June 27, 2007

I got the power! (Don't scratch my car, please...)

I attended a meeting for the first time at the school. After a few matters had been discussed, I was shocked (even though I had some hints before) to know that I had to replace a teacher's (who left the school for Institut Bahasa) position. I was appointed as a disciplinary teacher for the afternoon session. I got the 'license to cane' according to the senior teacher. I haven't got this opportunity before. (opportunity??? Is this mean my car will got scratch?) Having negative perception makes this thing appears as an opportunity for me to punish the problematic students. However, my positive mind has more percentage than the negative one. Caning is not the main solution for the problematic students. Only if there is no other way I will use it but under permission of the principal. I accept the 'license' with responsibility. Hopefully my emotion will not defeat my rationality.

(Hmm... Do I have the 'disciplinary enforcer' look?)

Knowledge bite: Rattan cane for disciplinary and coercive implement

Cikgu Farish:I like rattan chair :)

Sunday, June 24, 2007

A letter from a caring mother

It has been almost a week since I first started my service in the school. I found something interesting when a girl (student) approached me to give me something to be filled in. She handed me a book which I had to give comment after every English session.

I have to fill in the book every time after the class ended. The book is prepared by his caring mother who seriously wants to see his daughter's success. Her effort, I believe can encourage parents-teachers relationship. The photo below describes how serious and caring she is...


(click photo for a larger view)