Govt allocates RM9m to send teachers abroad for AI, leadership courses

The Education Ministry has announced an RM9 million government allocation to send teachers abroad for leadership and artificial intelligence (AI) courses.

Its secretary-general Ruji Ubi said the initiative is a pilot project to enhance teachers' skills in these two fields, aiming to elevate the education system.

“Prime Minister (Anwar Ibrahim) has repeatedly emphasised the importance of quality access to education, which goes beyond infrastructure and curriculum. It also includes improving teachers’ leadership skills.

“This step is taken to develop a more competent, compassionate and caring Madani society,” he told reporters after observing the first day of school for Group B at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Jalan Datuk Palembang, Bukit Baru, Malacca today.

Also present were prime minister's aide Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin, who is also SK Jalan Datuk Palembang Parent-Teacher Association president, and state Education Department director Mahfudzah Noor.

Ruji said selected teachers will undergo training in various countries, including Singapore and the United States, with each course lasting one to three months.

He will chair a meeting with the education director-general soon to identify eligible teachers from the ministry, state education departments, district education offices and schools for the programme.

“In the past, teachers were also sent for courses, but these were limited to teaching and learning within the country.

“Leadership in schools is crucial, as it shapes the direction of schools, teachers and students,” he added.

- Bernama

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