ICT Integration in Malaysian Education Scenario

Abstract

ICT has the potential to increase access and quality of education. For a developing country like Malaysia, it offers opportunities to extend and enhance its educational system, and provides access to skills and knowledge which would otherwise be rather difficult. New ways of teaching and learning and a shift towards a more learner-centered approach is achievable through ICT. We want the future generation to be able to use ICT effectively and efficiently where it will give them that competitive edge in a globalised job market. However, the introduction and integration of ICT in the education is not without its complex trials and tribulations. Failure in meeting the challenges would result in Malaysians falling far behind the other nations. This report brings together aspects of ICT implementation in Malaysia. Overview of current scenarios are described from the Malaysian point of view.