Teaching and learning mathematics and science in English in primary schools in the state of Johor, Malaysia

Selamat, Asri and Esa, Ahmad and Saad, Shamsaadal Sholeh and Atim, Asliaty (2011) Teaching and learning mathematics and science in English in primary schools in the state of Johor, Malaysia. Jurnal Pendidikan, 12. pp. 61-73. ISSN 9789991726038

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Abstract

This article attempts to highlight the opinions of the public on the effectiveness of the use of English in teaching and learning Mathematics and Science (PPSMI) in primary schools in Johor. After nearly six years of its implementation, some people found out that the students have not demonstrated a good command of the language and the acquisition of knowledge of Mathematics and Science is seen to be declining. The teachers also do not seem to adapt well in the implementation. A group of respondents from among the headmasters and headmistress have given their views through a questionnaire and structured interview that showed the government's intention to strengthen the English language in teaching and learning Mathematics and Science did not show an impressive result. Thus, the study suggests that the government can try to give an option of using both languages in the implementation of this policy.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	nil
Subjects:	L Education > LB Theory and practice of education
Divisions:	Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education > Department of Technology Studies
Depositing User:	Mrs. Siti Noraida Miskan
Date Deposited:	17 Nov 2021 06:29
Last Modified:	17 Nov 2021 06:29
URI:	http://eprints.uthm.edu.my/id/eprint/3435

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