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New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
AI, VR, AR to play bigger role in polytechnic, community college teaching
SHAH ALAM: Polytechnics and community colleges (POLYCC) under the Higher Education Ministry have been urged to step up the use of digital technology in teaching and learning to strengthen the country's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector. Its secretary-general Datuk Dr Anesee Ibrahim said higher learning institutions must move beyond conventional methods and embrace tools such as artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) to produce competitive talent. "For the first time this year, these technologies are being showcased in an exhibition format at the POLYCC eDOLA Digital Fair 2025, allowing visitors to experience the technology used in teaching and learning," he said in a statement issued by the Polytechnic and Community College Education Department today. Anesee earlier launched the closing of the two-day fair at Setia City Mall, which featured digital innovations including AI, AR, VR, flight simulators, robotics and e-sports. The event also saw the launch of ILHAM\@CeLT (Innovative Learning Hub for Advancing Method) by Politeknik METrO Kuala Lumpur, aimed at developing future-focused digital teaching materials. In addition, the fair hosted Malaysia's first POLYCC–AWS League of Large Language Model (LLM) Bootcamp, organised by Amazon Web Services (AWS), making POLYCC the first agency in the country to hold the programme. The fair is part of efforts to raise awareness and promote a digital culture in line with the National Digitalisation Policy. – Bernama
The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Explosive growth in TVET
Party matters: Zahid (second from right) officiating the Kangar Umno division meeting. With him are Kangar Umno chief Datuk Dr Fathul Bari (second from left) and Perlis Umno liaison chief Datuk Rozabil Abd Rahman (right). — Bernama KANGAR: Applications to enrol in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes have seen significant increase to 229,000 participants from 25,000 two years ago, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The Deputy Prime Minister said the sharp rise reflected growing awareness among parents, SPM leavers and those unable to pursue higher education about the advantages of TVET, particularly its potential for high-paying careers. 'They found that TVET graduates can earn premium salaries, which are not bound by the government's minimum wage of RM1,700. 'In fact, some courses such as welding, the starting salary offered is RM7,500,' he told reporters after opening the Kangar Umno division meeting, Bernama reported. Ahmad Zahid, who is also National TVET Council chairman, said there are currently 1,398 TVET institutions nationwide, with strong demand for skilled labour, particularly from foreign direct investment companies operating in Malaysia. 'We will continue to expand the number of places and courses offered to match the country's workforce needs. 'For example, many private TVET institutions already offer programmes in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and robotics,' he said. 'We are confident the involvement of TVET students in these emerging fields is in line with the demand for skilled workers from international companies.' At another event, Ahmad Zahid reaffirmed the government's commitment to expand 5G coverage to rural areas as part of efforts to ensure local leaders are empowered to use social media for communication with residents. '5G coverage must not be limited to densely populated areas, but extended to KEDA zones and Felcra settlements,' he said, referring to the Kedah Regional Development Authority. Ahmad Zahid said rural leaders must embrace and be proficient in technology, especially in using social media as a tool to connect and engage with their communities. He urged them to enhance their leadership knowledge in today's modern era by balancing traditional and contemporary telecommunication systems. 'Grassroots leaders should engage directly with the people instead of relying solely on reports,' he added. Ahmad Zahid revealed that RM40.7mil had been allocated to KEDA this year to benefit targeted groups, including rural youth throughout the state. 'Of this amount, RM10.62mil is specifically for leadership and youth empowerment initiatives, covering leadership training, entrepreneurship, education and skills development,' he said.
The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Applications for TVET programmes surge to 229,000, says Zahid
KANGAR: Applications to enrol in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes have increased significantly from 25,000 to 229,000 over the past two years, as of July 12, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said the sharp rise reflected growing awareness among parents, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) leavers, and those unable to pursue higher education about the advantages of TVET, particularly its potential for high-paying careers. "They found that TVET graduates can earn premium salaries, which are not bound by the government's minimum wage of RM1,700. Instead, earnings are based on the skills acquired. In fact, some courses, such as welding, offer a starting salary of RM7,500," he said. He was speaking to reporters after officiating the Kangar Umno Division Delegates Meeting here on Saturday (July 26), which was also attended by Perlis Umno Liaison Committee chairman Datuk Rozabil Abd Rahman. Ahmad Zahid, who is also National TVET Council chairman, said there are currently 1,398 TVET institutions nationwide, with strong demand for skilled labour, particularly from foreign direct investment companies operating in Malaysia. "We will continue to expand the number of places and courses offered to match the country's workforce needs. For example, many private TVET institutions already offer programmes in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and robotics. "We are confident the involvement of TVET students in these emerging fields is in line with the demand for skilled workers from international companies," he said. – Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Applications for TVET programmes surge to 229,000
KANGAR: Applications to enrol in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes have increased significantly from 25,000 to 229,000 over the past two years, as of July 12, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said the sharp rise reflected growing awareness among parents, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) leavers, and those unable to pursue higher education about the advantages of TVET, particularly its potential for high-paying careers. "They found that TVET graduates can earn premium salaries, which are not bound by the government's minimum wage of RM1,700. Instead, earnings are based on the skills acquired. In fact, some courses, such as welding, offer a starting salary of RM7,500," he said. He was speaking to reporters after officiating the Kangar UMNO Division Delegates Meeting here today, which was also attended by Perlis Umno Liaison Committee chairman Datuk Rozabil Abd Rahman. Zahid, who is also National TVET Council chairman, said there are currently 1,398 TVET institutions nationwide, with strong demand for skilled labour, particularly from foreign direct investment companies operating in Malaysia. "We will continue to expand the number of places and courses offered to match the country's workforce needs. For example, many private TVET institutions already offer programmes in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and robotics. "We are confident the involvement of TVET students in these emerging fields is in line with the demand for skilled workers from international companies," he said. – BERNAMA
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
TVET applications surge to 229,000 as demand for skilled workers grows
KANGAR: Applications for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes have surged from 25,000 to 229,000 over the past two years, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced. The increase reflects growing awareness of TVET's career potential, particularly in high-demand fields like welding, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Ahmad Zahid, who chairs the National TVET Council, said the rise in interest stems from parents and Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) leavers recognising the financial benefits of vocational training. 'TVET graduates can earn premium salaries, not limited by the government's minimum wage of RM1,700. For instance, welding courses offer starting salaries of RM7,500,' he told reporters after officiating the Kangar UMNO Division Delegates Meeting. He noted that Malaysia currently has 1,398 TVET institutions, with strong demand for skilled workers from foreign direct investment companies. 'We are expanding course offerings to meet workforce needs, including AI, IoT, and robotics. Private institutions are already leading in these areas,' he added. - Bernama
