We’re studying issue of DLP classes in secondary schools, says Radzi

We’re studying issue of DLP classes in secondary schools, says Radzi

Education minister Radzi Jidin says the ministry is looking into the plight of students under the Dual Language Programme in primary schools, who are unable to continue the programme in secondary school.

Primary schools are forcing students to take tests to decide who can get into a Dual Language Programme class in selected secondary schools. (Bernama pic)
PUTRAJAYA:
The education ministry is studying the lack of secondary schools in the country offering the Dual Language Programme (DLP), which provides students the opportunity to learn certain subjects in English.

DLP students in primary schools have been faced with limited slots in secondary schools offering DLP.

These primary schools are now forcing students to take tests to decide who can get into a DLP class in selected secondary schools, with those not making the mark having to continue their secondary education in Malay.

“We are discussing the current situation and the steps to be taken with regards to the placement of DLP students in secondary schools.

“We will inform the public of these steps in due course,” education minister Radzi Jidin said during a press conference here today.

The DLP was implemented at selected primary and secondary schools in 2016 with the aim of allowing students to learn subjects such as Science and Mathematics in English.

An FMT article last week highlighted how poor planning and implementation has resulted in a shortage of DLP classes in secondary schools – largely due to a lack of teachers proficient in English.

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