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The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Digital smartboards for 35 schools
Empowering move: Mak (right) and Deputy District Education Officer (Learning Sector) Mohd Helmy Abdul Najib at the official smartboard handover ceremony. With the goal of transforming financial education for young Malaysians, FWD Insurance Berhad announced the delivery of 40 digital smartboards to 35 schools under the Keramat District Education Office (PPD) on July 24. Supported by an RM400,000 sponsorship, the initiative aims to equip students with essential financial knowledge, in line with the national Digital Education Policy. The smartboards, which serve as key tools to promote the integration of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) into the classroom, have already been installed in the selected schools and are being used by students in their learning. FWD Insurance Berhad chief executive officer Mak See Sen said the company is committed to equipping primary and secondary school students with essential financial literacy skills. 'By investing in these digital smartboards, we are not merely providing tools; we are prioritising the nation's long-term financial stability by improving literacy. 'This investment in educational infrastructure supports sustainable learning, ensuring students gain the relevant skills and knowledge needed to make informed financial decisions and effectively manage risks. 'Championing financial literacy for all Malaysians, we empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to secure their financial future,' he said.
The Star
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Digital literacy better than banning kids, say experts
Educate first: (From left) Jilal and Mohd Ridhwan stress that platform restrictions will not be enough to deter children from using social media. JOHOR BARU: Digital literacy among children should be improved instead of banning them from social media, say groups here, following the government's proposal to restrict access for those under 13. Malaysian Cyber Consumer Association (MCCA) president Siraj Jalil said it is more important to ensure children know how to protect themselves online, as they are bound to explore social media despite restrictions. 'No matter what restrictions social media platforms or the government impose, children will still explore the digital world to feed their curiosity. 'What is more important now is to make sure that they have digital literacy and know how to protect themselves online. 'In order to do this, the Education Ministry must play a proactive role, ensuring that schools are prepared to educate future generations on cybersecurity,' he said in an interview. He added that while the Education Ministry introduced the Digital Education Policy in 2023, it lacks a fundamental pillar – cybersecurity and safety. 'There is no point in stopping our children from using social media. Yes, the Internet is a dangerous place, especially now with the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), which could easily be misused. 'Even adults are prone to being scammed and are vulnerable to cyberbullies. These risks do not automatically disappear once a person becomes an adult. 'We need to instead make sure everyone, especially minors, have digital literacy,' he said, adding that the MCCA is prepared to assist the government in doing so. On July 30, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government was studying a proposal to ban children under 13 from social media in light of the mounting evidence that it has a deleterious effect on their mental health and the increasing amount of harmful content online. Australia recently banned all children under 16 from using social media. Other nations such as the United States, France and the United Kingdom are watching Australia as a test case of how similar limits can be imposed in their own countries. In Malaysia, Fahmi said most platforms already do not allow children below 13 to have an account. 'Unfortunately, if you visit schools and ask pupils under 13 whether they have TikTok accounts, many will say yes. That alone is a breach, acknowledged even by TikTok,' he told the Dewan Rakyat. He said the ministry is exploring ways to improve enforcement of the age restriction, noting that protecting children online is a shared responsibility between the government, online platforms and parents. Between Jan 1, 2022, and July 15, 2025, service providers removed 1,443 pieces of harmful or extreme content involving children following requests from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). Malaysian Education Concorde Organisation (Me'didik) chairman Mohd Ridhwan Othman said such a ban would not do much to deter children from being on social media. 'Children are smart and will find a way to have their own social media accounts. 'Even now, when social media platforms already include a minimum age, minors are still able to find a way. 'I'm not saying that we should not ban or regulate, but I think the more important thing is for society as a whole to also play its role and monitor the content children are exposed to,' he said.
Barnama
25-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
FWD Insurance Sponsors 40 Digital Smartboards For Schools Under PPD Keramat
KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 (Bernama) -- FWD Insurance Berhad (FWD Insurance) has announced a RM400,000 sponsorship to deliver 40 digital smartboards to 35 schools under the Keramat District Education Office (PPD). In a statement, FWD Insurance said the initiative, which aligns with the Ministry of Education's (MOE) digitalisation agenda, aims to equip students with critical financial knowledge and digital learning tools from an early age. The official handover was led by FWD Insurance Chief Executive Officer Mak See Sen, together with Deputy District Education Officer (Curriculum Sector), Mohd Helmy Abdul Najib. 'The smartboard distribution aligns with Thrusts 4 and 6 of MOE Digital Education Policy, which aim to empower strategic partners to equip schools with appropriate infrastructure for the implementation of digital learning. 'The policy also supports Keramat PPD's Bring Your Own Device to School (BYODS) Programme, which has been in place since 2021,' the statement said. To date, the smartboards have already been installed across the participating schools, and students are actively using them in their learning, said FWD Insurance. 'These devices serve as key tools to promote the integration of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) into the classroom, further underscoring FWD Insurance's dedication to making financial education accessible to all,' it said. Meanwhile, Mak said it is FWD Insurance's vision to change the way people feel about insurance and to shape children's mindsets toward planning for their financial future. 'We are committed to equipping primary and secondary school students with essential financial literacy skills that will stay with them throughout their lives,' he said.
The Sun
17-06-2025
- The Sun
Mindef aims to digitalise all 38 schools in camps nationwide
KLUANG: The Ministry of Defence (Mindef) aims to digitalise all 38 schools in camps nationwide as part of efforts to cultivate the use of creative technology among children of defence personnel. Deputy Minister Adly Zahari said the initiative is aligned with the Ministry of Education's Digital Education Policy launched in 2023, which seeks to produce digitally fluent students capable of navigating the demands of today's technological landscape. 'This initiative will also empower educators and education leaders to integrate digital technology into the education ecosystem, strengthen digital infrastructure and content, as well as optimise strategic partnerships to advance digital education,' he said after launching the Affin Digital Space at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sultan Sir Ibrahim here today. SK Sultan Sir Ibrahim is among the three schools that were selected for this year's pilot project, through a collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Affin Bank Berhad, with an allocation of RM94,000. The first two schools to implement the initiative were SK Kementah and SK TUDM Subang. 'All 38 schools in camps, including those in Sabah and Sarawak, will be digitalised in phases, subject to feedback and the effectiveness of the pilot project,' said Adly. He stressed that digitalisation is not only aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of teaching and learning but also supports the national well-being ecosystem through the MADANI nation-building agenda and the National Fourth Industrial Revolution policy. At SK Sultan Sir Ibrahim, a green screen technology studio has been set up to enable students and teachers to produce creative, media-based educational content. 'During the launch, the school media crew also demonstrated the use of green screen facilities, video editing techniques and lighting setups. A short video presentation titled Bicara Pemimpin was also screened, highlighting the students' talents, especially members of the school resource centre's TV team,' he added.
The Sun
17-06-2025
- The Sun
Mindef to digitalise all 38 camp schools nationwide
KLUANG: The Ministry of Defence (Mindef) aims to digitalise all 38 schools in camps nationwide as part of efforts to cultivate the use of creative technology among children of defence personnel. Deputy Minister Adly Zahari said the initiative is aligned with the Ministry of Education's Digital Education Policy launched in 2023, which seeks to produce digitally fluent students capable of navigating the demands of today's technological landscape. 'This initiative will also empower educators and education leaders to integrate digital technology into the education ecosystem, strengthen digital infrastructure and content, as well as optimise strategic partnerships to advance digital education,' he said after launching the Affin Digital Space at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sultan Sir Ibrahim here today. SK Sultan Sir Ibrahim is among the three schools that were selected for this year's pilot project, through a collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Affin Bank Berhad, with an allocation of RM94,000. The first two schools to implement the initiative were SK Kementah and SK TUDM Subang. 'All 38 schools in camps, including those in Sabah and Sarawak, will be digitalised in phases, subject to feedback and the effectiveness of the pilot project,' said Adly. He stressed that digitalisation is not only aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of teaching and learning but also supports the national well-being ecosystem through the MADANI nation-building agenda and the National Fourth Industrial Revolution policy. At SK Sultan Sir Ibrahim, a green screen technology studio has been set up to enable students and teachers to produce creative, media-based educational content. 'During the launch, the school media crew also demonstrated the use of green screen facilities, video editing techniques and lighting setups. A short video presentation titled Bicara Pemimpin was also screened, highlighting the students' talents, especially members of the school resource centre's TV team,' he added.
