AN education system that emphasizes humanity in line with academic progress – this is one of the goals of the Education Ministry’s “Human Education” (humane education) concept.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the concept is embedded in what the ministry does, to create an education system that nurtures children and youths into becoming well-adjusted, morally grounded and positive contributors to the nation’s growth.
“It is about ensuring no child is left behind in attaining access to quality education,” she said in a recent interview with the media, adding that this embodies the first shift of the Malaysia Education Blueprint (MEB) 2013-2025.
According to the blueprint, education is often seen as an enabler for social mobility, enabling children born in poor families to earn higher incomes as adults.
Fadhlina said the first shift of the blueprint states that the ministry wants to provide equal access to quality education of an international standard.
The ministry’s practice of humanizing education, she added, is completely aligned with the aspirations of the blueprint.
The ministry’s compulsory education policy, which is supported by legislation under the Education Act 1996 [Act 550]obligates children to receive formal education up to Year Six.
Fadhlina said “Humane Education” resonates with