CHAPTER 1 1.0 Introduction - DSpace@UM - University of Malaya
CHAPTER 1 1.0 Introduction - DSpace@UM - University of Malaya
CHAPTER 1 1.0 Introduction - DSpace@UM - University of Malaya
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i. Social status<br />
The English language is known to be the world language. The tremendous<br />
expansion <strong>of</strong> English language is something <strong>of</strong> a phenomenon while no other<br />
language has a history <strong>of</strong> acceptance over such a diverse field. Through<br />
globalisation and education, the English language plays an important role in<br />
our society. One <strong>of</strong> the aspects <strong>of</strong> being knowledgeable is also being able to<br />
communicate and converse in the English language.It is a well known fact that<br />
English language is necessary to learn science and technology.<br />
ii. Implementation process<br />
Beginning in 2003, the government used English as a medium <strong>of</strong> teaching all<br />
science subjects in the primary and secondary schools. In January 2003, a mixed<br />
medium <strong>of</strong> instruction was introduced to year One students in primary schools,<br />
they learnt science and mathematics in the English language, other subjects are<br />
still being taught in the Malay language. Chinese and Tamil vernacular primary<br />
schools still conduct classes in Mandarin and Tamil respectively. Tamil schools<br />
have begun to use the English language to teach science and mathematics, while<br />
Chinese schools teach science and mathematics in both the English language<br />
and Mandarin.<br />
iii. Examination Board policies<br />
The Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR) or also known as the Lower Secondary<br />
Evaluation or formerly known as the Sijil Rendah Pelajaran (SRP) or Lower<br />
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