Evaluation of Highly Immersive Program (HIP) Using CIPP Model

Abstract

Education in Malaysia aims to produce holistic and competitive individuals to meet the needs of 21st century. As the demand of globalized economy increasing, English language serves as the international language and is very important to support the growing economy. Highly Immersive Program (HIP) has been introduced since 2016 by the Malaysia’s Ministry of Education to improve the strategy established under the policy of “Upholding the Malay Language and Strengthening the English Language”. This study aimed to evaluate the Highly Immersive Program whereby CIPP (context, input, process and product) model of evaluation is employed. This evaluation has highlighted that the HIP needs more support from the community and teachers. A total of 261 participants consists of a School Head, 52 teachers, 104 students and 104 parents and community participated in this study. The data obtained were analysed through descriptive statistics and to determine the significant differences among students, a paired sample T test was employed. The results of the study revealed more improvements were required from students and parents and community as well as the teachers to ensure the effectiveness of the Program. Keywords: Highly Immersive Program, Immersiveness, CIPP Model, Evaluation