Consider This: Push & Pull (Part 1): Of Opting for Chinese & International Schools
Bumiputra student enrolment in Chinese schools has increased by 58.5% over the last decade, while Bumi student enrolment in international schools has surged by nearly 50% in the past 5 years. This trend has meant that Malaysian students now comprise two-thirds of the international school student population. Why do parents seem to be opting out of national schools, and what are the broader implications of this shift? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Kua Kia Soong, former Principal of the New Era College, which was founded by the Malaysian Chinese education movement.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Chinese exam authorities use facial recognition, drones to catch cheats
Over the years, students have used wireless cheating devices disguised as erasers, belts and watches. Some also use tiny earpieces to communicate with accomplices helping them outside the exam room.
Thu Jun 08 2017
MCA against questioning of Chinese education in country - Liow
Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai said MCA is opposed to parties challenging or questioning the position of Chinese education in the country.
Sun Oct 12 2014
Sin tax to fund Chinese schools?
A proposal by a MCA delegate to use 20% of alchohol and gambling taxes as additional allocation for Chinese education will be considered by the party's new Central Committee.
Sun Dec 22 2013