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In a competitive market where many parents seek 'academic excellence' from their schools, top schools can attract new parents even when they are satisfied with their current school. According to a recent survey conducted by BVA BDRC, 44% of those switching #internationalschools were generally satisfied with their former school but sought more from the next one. The key factors encouraging the switch were better academics (75%), including higher performance or academic reputation, a wider range of subjects and co-curricular activities (CCAs), or a preferred curriculum. Better facilities in the new school influenced 45% of parents to switch, particularly for sports rather than arts, and for access to more ‘high tech’ learning facilities. Additionally, 30% of parents switched due to better support services at the new school, such as pastoral care and counseling services, support for learning differences, or language support. With most switching occurring in secondary years, schools that can facilitate pathways to higher education in preferred countries is also a consideration in choosing the new school. In the next BVA BDRC Asia brand equity survey in September, we will assess the demand for various curricula across the international school markets in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, including for #internationalbaccalaureate, UK, US, and Australian curricula, as well as demand for languages.

The fourth edition of the 2023 World Economic Forum, #futureofjobs Survey brought together the perspective of 803 companies – collectively employing more than 11.3 million workers – across 27 industry clusters and 45 economies from all world regions found that over 85% of organizations surveyed identify increased adoption of new and frontier technologies and broadening digital access as the trends most likely to drive transformation in their organization. To ensure Malaysia moves in tandem with the above findings, the National Digital Education Policy will be launched to ensure digital fluency among teachers and students. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said that to ensure the policy's success, the Education Ministry is now focusing on improving infrastructure and streamlining the digital ecosystem in schools. About the Roundtable This specially curated roundtable will bring together around 80 leaders from the tech, EdTech, corporate CSRs, education providers and government sectors in Malaysia to network, share ideas, and engage in a critical discourse focusing on strengthening the STEM ecosystem for our students.  This session seeks to foster a collaborative community of EdTech players, corporates, and education service providers to identify and explore potential collaborations. This event is proudly brought to you by Hap Seng Consolidated Berhad, a distinguished publicly listed company with a steadfast dedication to enhancing education in Malaysia, especially in the realm of STEM. In collaboration with Edvolution Enterprise, Hap Seng is determined to collaborate with diverse stakeholders within the STEM education sector and the Malaysia Ministry of Education to establish a robust STEM community. I am truly honoured to be moderating this conversation with Zainal Abas, the Director of Digital Learning at Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia.

Because #learning is not a #competition. #Singapore #ministryofeducation #transformativeeducationreforms #casestudy #nocomparison #policy #holistic #holisticlearning

Singapore has decided to stop comparing students' grades with each other. This is redesigning educational practices that will contribute to a continually evolving, healthy learning ecosystem. I believe shifting the focus of assessment away from grades and towards more meaningful understandings of intellectual growth can encourage students as well as teachers and institutions to attend to the primary goal of education, focusing on teamwork and personal progress instead of who gets the best grades. During my time in secondary or high school , every term ended with our parents checking our grades and our class ranking. This was normal, but it could really make you not want to go back to school. It felt like the grades were saying "your best wasn't good enough". Plus, we had to take 10 or more subjects, which was a lot. If your younger sibling gets better grades than you, suddenly you're labelled the less smart one in the family😊. I hope this new approach could inspire other countries especially in Africa to think differently about education, making it more about helping each student in their own journey. Do you see Singapore's approach to redesigning education as a positive change? #africandevelopment #educationinnovation #schooldesign #education #learningisfun #schools #parents #teachers

Singapore has taken a significant step in removing comparison from their Schools while focusing on personal development parameters. Africa also, needs to decolonise its educational system which currently programmes students to be job-seekers, by incorporating the traditional apprenticeship goals of developing solution-driven business leaders. Doesn't make sense that after obtaining several degrees, the best you can do is, " I beg to apply ", while skilled apprentices become business leaders after their training and are smiling to the bank much faster than graduates... #apprenticeship #entrepreneurship

Is Malaysian Education Really #ASEAN's Worst? Let's Talk 🇲🇾 We've all seen the headlines: Malaysia, trailing behind in ASEAN's education game. While it's tempting to label our system the "worst," let's dig deeper than rankings and understand the WHY. Here are some potential factors behind the stumble: ▶ Pandemic learning losses: School closures hit us hard, disproportionately impacting vulnerable communities. ▶ Rote learning vs. critical thinking: Is our system fostering curiosity and problem-solving? ▶ Teacher-student ratio & support: Can overburdened teachers truly give each child the attention they deserve? ▶ Equity and access gaps: Does everyone have a fair shot at quality education, regardless of background? So, how do we bridge the gap ❓ ☞ Invest in holistic learning: Go beyond rote memorization, nurture creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. ☞ Empower teachers: Provide robust training, resources, and manageable workloads. ☞ Embrace technology: Use digital tools to personalize learning, bridge access gaps, and make education more engaging. ☞ Prioritize early childhood education: Lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning. ☞ Champion equity and inclusion: Break down barriers and ensure every child has a chance to shine. ... It's a collective effort, Malaysia! Let's use this wake-up call to reimagine our education system, one that empowers our youth and propels us to the top. Join the conversation! Share your thoughts, ideas, and experiences in the comments below. Let's make #EducationReformMY a reality! 🇲🇾 ---------- If you liked this, follow Abundent for the hottest IT and Tech news, insights, and career-boosting courses! Don't forget to give this post a #Like and #Share! Visit www.abundent.academy to upskill today! ---------- #Abundent #AbundentAcademy #Pisa2022 #EducationReform, #Malaysia #LearningNeverStops #ASEANEducation #FutureproofMalaysia #TogetherWeRise #LatestNews #Education #OnlineLearning #Upskill P.S. Share this post with your network and let's amplify the call for positive change!

Exciting news for education enthusiasts! Check out the latest QS #AsiaUniversity Rankings 2024 to uncover the top universities in South-Eastern Asia! 🎓 🥇 #NationalUniversityofSingapore (NUS) clinches the top spot, ranking third overall in Asia. 🇸🇬 With four Singaporean universities featured, along with institutions from Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand, there's a wealth of academic excellence in the region. Ready to explore the best in education? Dive into the rankings now! 👉 Which university caught your eye? Let's discuss in the comments. #QSAsiaRankings #HigherEducation #NUS #Singapore #EducationGoals #StudyAbroad #UniversityRankings #ASEAN #ASEANBusinessForum

Every child deserves quality education. 2022 Merdeka Award Laureate - Teach For Malaysia envisions a brighter future where access to quality education empowers every Malaysian child to thrive. But they cannot do this alone. In the past 10 years, Teach For Malaysia has 474  Fellows and Alumni, who complete a 2-year tenure at high-need public schools. An estimated 72% of TFM Alumni are actively involved in the broader education sector. Some go on to start their organisations in the social sector on education transformation and there are now over 10 TFM Alumni-led  startup organisations that are really making a difference in education in the country. We want to see more of not just our Alumni but Malaysians taking on the challenge to really invest and think about education transformation for our students and for the future and for our nation. Follow us for more inspiring stories about our laureates! 🇲🇾 And if you would like to nominate deserving individuals or organisations, the 2024 Merdeka Award is now open for nominations here: https://lnkd.in/gvuMaStd 

Imagine Indonesian students debating at international forums, contributing to cutting-edge global research, and leading multinational collaborations. This is the power of enhanced English proficiency, when we are opening doors to a world where our children can: - Lead discussions on climate change at global conferences - Secure scholarships at top universities worldwide - Innovate in tech hubs from Silicon Valley to Singapore - Drive international partnerships that transform industries Every step towards better English skills is a step towards a future where Indonesian children are not just participants but leaders on the global stage. Let's equip them to seize every educational and career opportunity, to shape and share in global innovations. Learn more at learningroom.id! #GlobalLeaders #EducationForAll #InnovationStartsHere #LearningRoom

Fundamental shifts in the economy, social, and environment at the global, regional, and national levels are redefining how Singaporeans work, live, and learn. David Ng Nanyang Technological University Singapore NIE OER discusses how to develop “future-ready” learners who will co-create living, lifework, and learning in #Singapore https://lnkd.in/ehjURNpS #learning #work #education #edtech