SPN21 Will Stir Up Students’ Creativity
By James Kon

Bandar Seri Begawan - The Ministry of Education is actively preparing for the implementation of the new system of education in Brunei Darussalam known as the "National Education for the 21st Century".

The SPN21 (Sistem Pendidikan Negara Abad 21) will bring significant and drastic changes in terms of curriculum and assessment, as there will be a more pronounced pre-technical course in the general school curriculum called "Applied Programme".

This observation was made by Acting Minister of Education Pg Dato Seri Setia Dr Hj Mohammad bin Pg Hj Abd Rahman during the launching of the national conference and workshop on design and technology at the Orchid Garden Hotel yesterday morning.

"Many educational institutions in the world today prepare their students for individualised learning and problem solving (because these are essential for businesses and industries)" he said, adding that this form of education can be very demanding. "We need to prepare our youth to meet the challenges that lie ahead."

In light of this, it is necessary to introduce design and technology in the country's education system at the primary level, said the acting minister.

Education in design and technology will also equip students with the know-how of creating new products, and they will be able to specialise in various fields such as textile, food, woodwork and electronics, he added.

In this context, the Ministry of Education is seen as a primary agent to generate human resource development, which is in line with the National Development Plan as specified in the "Wawasan Brunei 2035" vision.

Meanwhile, the Co-chairman of the Organising Committee, Awang Hj Suhai la bin Hj Abdul Karim, pointed out that that the implementation of the new education system is important, as it helps in the development of students' problem-solving skills and creativity.

Earlier, a keynote address was delivered by Andrew Mitchell who touched on the problems, issues and future trends of "D&T" (design and technology) in the UK national curriculum.

The conference and workshop will end on April 12. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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