Education Ministry Places 13,749 New Teachers Across the Country
The Ministry of Education has taken significant steps to address the long-standing issue of teacher shortage in the country. As reported by Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek, the ministry has placed 13,749 new teachers in primary and secondary schools across the country this year.
Teacher Placement Rate
Fadhlina revealed that the teacher placement rate was 97.62% for primary schools and 95.16% for secondary schools as of October 31, 2024. This indicates that the ministry has made significant progress in addressing the shortage of teachers in schools. The placement rate also took into account subjects that were short of teachers, ensuring that every school has a sufficient number of teachers to cater to the needs of their students.
Addressing the Teacher Shortage
The issue of teacher shortage is a pressing concern for the ministry, and Fadhlina assured that it is being addressed diligently. "The issue of teacher shortage is something we are addressing diligently," she said. "We are confident in the ability of the Education Service Commission and the ministry to resolve this issue."
Measures to Reduce Teachers’ Workload
In addition to addressing the teacher shortage, the ministry has also implemented seven measures to reduce teachers’ workload. Fadhlina instructed the ministry’s inspectors to check whether these measures have been fully implemented. The measures include ending competitions, celebrations, or ceremonies that do not have a major impact on student learning, as well as reducing the frequency of the review of school management elements of the Malaysian Education Quality Standard involving teachers to only once a year.
Budget Allocation
The Dewan Rakyat later approved the allocation of RM64,190,049,400 to the ministry for its operating and development expenditure under Budget 2025. This significant allocation will enable the ministry to continue its efforts to address the teacher shortage and improve the overall quality of education in the country.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Ministry of Education has made significant progress in addressing the teacher shortage in the country. With the placement of 13,749 new teachers and the implementation of measures to reduce teachers’ workload, the ministry is confident that it can resolve this issue. The allocation of RM64,190,049,400 under Budget 2025 will also enable the ministry to continue its efforts to improve the quality of education in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the teacher placement rate in primary and secondary schools?
A: The teacher placement rate is 97.62% for primary schools and 95.16% for secondary schools as of October 31, 2024.
Q: What are the measures to reduce teachers’ workload?
A: The measures include ending competitions, celebrations, or ceremonies that do not have a major impact on student learning, as well as reducing the frequency of the review of school management elements of the Malaysian Education Quality Standard involving teachers to only once a year.
Q: What is the allocation for the Ministry of Education under Budget 2025?
A: The allocation is RM64,190,049,400 for its operating and development expenditure.