PRESCHOOL

PRESCHOOL ( PRASEKOLAH )

Pre-school education is for children before entering school. Preschool is part of the Malaysian education system . The Ministry of Education provide pre-school education to enable children aged four to six years of entering school early , especially children from low-income groups .

BACKGROUND

December 18, 1991 the Cabinet instructed the Ministry of Education to implement a preschool program .

 January 27, 1992 - Meeting between the Ministry . Preschool MOE Pilot Project ( 1,131 classrooms ) .

EDUCATION ACT 1996

Preschool education in the National Education System . Cabinet Meeting on 6 June 2001 to direct the expansion of pre-school program implemented by the Ministry of Education.

PRESCHOOL EDUCATIONAL GOALS

Aims to foster the potential of preschool education of children in all aspects of development , master basic skills and develop a positive attitude in preparation for entry into primary school .

CONCEPT

The preschool is a program that provides learning experiences of children aged 4-6 years within a year or so before going into Year One in formal school . The concept used is " Learning While Playing " with emphasis on " learning Theme " . The learning is included classroom activities , group activities and individual activities . 

The uniqueness preschool organized by the Ministry of Education is working to improve the activities of the group which controls emotional and intellectual qualities . Disclosure of this activity is to provide a solid foundation for learning the smart school concept .

OBJECTIVE

 Provide learning experiences to pupils, aged between 4 to 6 years to develop their potential in all aspects of development, master basic skills and develop a positive attitude in preparation for entry to primary school

 CITIES

 Preschool Building, organized by the Ministry of Education is in the elementary school. 

MANAGEMENT

 Each school classes managed by a teacher and an assistant appointed by the Ministry of Education. Grade office for preschool teachers is DG41 and DG29 or grade of assistant preschool is N17, which is equivalent to the position of Administrative Assistant. 

PUPILS

 Each class must not exceed 25 children aged 5 and / or 6 years. Eligibility for admission to preschool calculated based on family income is below RM500. However, that limit may be increased if there are still vacancies. 

CURRICULUM

 The preschool curriculum is carefully designed to meet the needs and the child's ability level by the National Education Philosophy. Starting in 2002, all children's learning center either managed by the Ministry of Education or managed by the private sector should follow the syllabus that has been established and provided by the Ministry of Education. School Selection 

CRITERIA

 The location is remote / rural / suburban / city. Year One pupils are not high preschool. The Ministry of Education will receive a report that shows that there are many students from Year One in the area do not enter any preschool. No other kindergarten operator. The ministry found in an area that has little or no kindergarten / preschool either by the private sector or other statutory body. Year One pupils taking registration for the following year (> 15 people). Ease modify / build classrooms. If the school has extra space to house the preschool room or building. Demand for local communities. Usually the local community through the PTA made a motion to apply for preschool available in their area.

STUDENT SELECTION CRITERIA 

 Malaysian. Ages 5 and 5+ years. Each class of 25 students. Priority selection based on income and dependents of their parents / guardians. It relies on an area. There preschools accept children from the wealthiest to the public after the deal closed, and there is a vacancy again for that class. The school will try to fulfill the provisions of 25 children per class. When a vacancy occurs, the school will select children 5 years old and among low-income first. If there are still vacancies then received another child without the parents' ability to put conditions.

 GRANT PER CAPITA (PCG)

 RM100 per pupil per year RM100 X 25 X 1 grade students Total: RM2500 per class per year Food Aid RM1.80 per pupil per day RM1.80 X 1 X 200 day students Total: RM360 per pupil per year Programs Preschool Ministry of Education (MOE) Starting in 2002 ICT Preschool Program is a priority and be part of the important elements. For that every school classes supplied Computers / Printers / Desk / Chair / Software (Allocation of 2 sets of computers and one printer per classroom) In addition, ICT Kidsmart Early Learning Program (IBM) started in 2001. A set of computer, printer, complete with tables, chairs, and software distribution to selected pre-school classes. As of February 2004, the MOE received 59 sets of IBM (M) Sdn Bhd 

 Through Pre-School Pilot Program for Special Education, from 2003, a total of 3 classes were opened; (20 points & 5 Students Students with Learning Disabilities) SK Section 20, Shah Alam, Selangor. SK Tanah Putih Baru, Kuantan, Pahang. SK Khir Johari, Sungai Petani, Kedah. Next Special Education Preschool Program starts in 2004. A total of 28 classrooms have been opened include: Preschool Learning Disabilities Preschool Visually Impaired Preschool Hearing Starting 2004, the Graduate Placement Programme Preschool Teacher began for ensuring the quality of preschool education in Malaysia on par with preschool worldwide.

CONCLUSION

The conclusion is that the establishment of preschool meant to benefit children, especially those coming from low-income families . This is because they can receive a proper education just like other children . There can develop cognitive thinking them through activities and preschool curriculum conducted .

STAM ( SIJIL TINGGI AGAMA MALAYSIA )

STAM ( SIJIL TINGGI AGAMA MALAYSIA )

Certification Tinggi Agama Malaysia examination is organized by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia ( Jakim ) in collaboration with the Malaysian Examination Board ( LPM ) to enable Malaysian students to the University of al - Azhar and its equivalent. Generally , the test is taken after an examination of the current Certificate of Education or in the Sixth Form .

HISTORY

Certification Tinggi Agama Malaysia first introduced in 2000 through a collaboration between the Ministry of Education with the University of al - Azhar . It is intended to streamline and replace some private tests that have existed before, for example Higher Certificate and Higher Certificate of Religious Colleges.

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

• He has also completed the curriculum Maahad Al - Bu'uth Al - Islamiah Al - Azhar agreed between the Ministry of Education and Al - Azhar Al - Sharif , Cairo , Egypt in 1999, 
•  or Has occupied the Malaysian Certificate of Education ( SPM ) ,
•  or Have reached the age of 18 on 1 January in the STAM examination 

SUBJECTS

• S101 – Hifz Al-Qur’an dan Tajwid
• S102 – Fiqh
• S103 – Tauhid dan Mantiq (ilmu akal logik)
• S104 – Tafsir dan Ulumuhu (Ilmu Ulum Al-Quran)
• S105 – Hadith dan Mustolah
• S106 – Nahu (tatabahasa) dan Sarf
• S107 – Insya’ dan Mutalaah
• S108 – Adab (Sastera Arab) dan Nusus (Nas-Nas Syair Arab)
• S109 – ‘Arudh dan Qafiyah
• S110 – Balaghah (kesusateraan)

CERTIFICATION

• Certificates will be awarded to candidates who pass at least Maqbool level in all subjects . Certificates will be issued , in Malay and Arabic . 
• A candidate who failed one or more subjects will be given a statement of decision . Candidates who want to repeat the tests may elect to register and sit for any subjects you would like repaired within 3 years from the date of the examination results were first settled. 
• The ranks for each subject and presented certificates are as follows : 
• Mumtaz - Excellent
•  Jayyid Jiddan - Very Good
•  Jayyid - Good
•  Maqbool - Graduated
•  Rasib - Failed

CONCLUSION

 It will provide greater knowledge to students. This is because students will be exposed in more detail , particularly in terms of religion and the discipline of islam .

ORAL TEST FOR PT3 ( READING AND LISTENING TEST )

ORAL TEST OF EDUCATION IN MALAYSIA

Introduction

The oral exam (also oral test or viva voce) is a practice in many schools and discipline in which an examiner poses questions to the student in spoken form. The student has to answer the question in such a way as to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the subject to pass the exam.

Objective

To encourage student to read the given text aloud using correct pronunciation, intonation and stress plus show an awareness of audience (teachers / examiners), purpose and context.

Assessment For Reading Aloud-[ 10 marks ]

Students will be assessed on their accurate pronunciation and intonation.

Students will be assessed on the fluency of their text deliverance and their reading rhythm (stress).

Students will be assessed on their excellent awareness of audience, purpose and context.

 Assessment For Spoken Interaction - [20 marks ]

Students will be assessed on their ability to take part in social interaction to express ideas, opinions and thoughts.

Students will be assessed on their well developed personal responses.

Students will be assessed on their fluent and excellent ability to sustain the conversation.

Students will be assessed on their usage of a wide range ofvocabulary with a variety of sentence structures.

Students will be assessed on their usage of accurate grammar and accurate pronunciation.

Marking Scheme

READING ALOUD	A EXCELLENT (9-10)	B GOOD (7-8)	C AVERAGE (5-6)	D WEAK (3-4)	E VERY WEAK (1-2)

*'0' mark will be given to student who is unable to read even a single word from the given text.

SPEAKING INTERACTION	A EXCELLENT (17-20)	B GOOD (13-16)	C AVERAGE (9-12)	D WEAK (5-8)	E VERY WEAK (1-4)

*'1' mark will be given to student who uses any other language predominantly.

*'0' mark will be given to student who is unable to give any response in English.

 Tips For Reading Aloud

Sit with an upright body position (don't slouch or sit like an unta) - read the given text loud and clear (don't shout nor scream) as if your teacher is deaf or something.

Keep reading confidently even if you make grammar or pronunciation mistakes (which might occur).
Don't read too fast or too slow. Read accordingly with a proper tempo and timing. ( imagine your self as a graceful ballet dancer)

Make sure you use the proper stress and intonation when reading your text.


Tips For Spoken Interaction

Take a deep breath - relax and stay cool and calm even if you are sweating like crazy. 

Keep your English simple and nice - use proper tenses when you speak.

Make sure you speak or interact loud enough for your teacher to hear you - don't murmur or speak with a low pitch.

Don't worry too much about your grammar or your English - just talk and keep talking until your teacher asks you to stop.

Remember the more you talk the better chance you have to get better scores.

If you just keep quiet or talk less - the less mark you'll be awarded.

LISTENING TEXT - [ 20 MARKS ]

1.SECTION A - 10 Multiple Choice Questions (OBJECTIVE)



Total of 10 marks

Students are given 4 choices of answers to choose from :

Example :  Question 1 

 
How much does a plate of noodles cost?
A RM1.00
B RM2.00
C RM3.00
D RM3.50

* Circle the correct answer.

SECTION B - 10 Limited Response Questions ( SUBJECTIVE)

Total of 10 marks

Students are not given any answers to choose from

Students have to listen to the recording carefully and write down the answer in the space provided.

The recording will be played twice (2 times )
* Write down the correct answer.

Each student is given 30 minutes to answer the questions - 15 minutes for each section.

Advantages of Oral Test in Education

* can make students proficient in speaking
* teachers are able to measure the level of reading and listening to instructions in english
* provide opportunities for students to improve their ability in English language