“Doing School” In Malaysia – Part II: What Can We Do?

In the first part, “”Doing School” In Malaysia – Part I: What’s The Problem?”, I talked about some factors that represent the dire need for a change in attitude towards the Malaysian education system.
This change of attitude needs to come from all places – students, teachers, parents, schools, the government, communities, media, the general public. [...]

“Doing School” In Malaysia – Part I: What’s The Problem?

Our education system is in dire need for change.
Education, especially in Malaysia, has ceased to be about learning, experiencing, engaging, and exploring what the world has to offer. Instead, it has become nothing more than an excuse for materialistic gains, stress, and heavily skewed priorities on life.
Instead of “I’m going to school because I love [...]

Gap Years: Taking Time off Study to Learn

A desire to travel, escape boredom, and take a much-needed break from studies. Do they sound like good reasons to take a year off from university? How about wanting an education that extends beyond the confines of the classroom, and craving for a taste of independence?
- Tan Shiow Chin, Gap Year Allure, The Star (Malaysia) [...]