Abstract
This paper discusses two important aspects of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) implementation in Malaysia, namely the evolution and the role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in crafting the future of TVET in the Malaysian education landscape. The evolution of TVET is elaborated in seven stages, starting from the era of before the Second World War up to the present new millennium. On the other hand, the role ICT is narrated based on several contexts, such as the history behind ICT integration in TVET education, the advantages, and disadvantages, as well as the challenges and readiness to move along with rapidly shifted industrial demands. Education policies on TVET are constantly enacted and enhanced to ensure that the nation could overcome the challenges of the industrial revolution 4.0. These policies are implemented within three types of TVET institutions, which are school-based, non-school-based, and registered private entities. Therefore, this paper contributes to the existing knowledge by relating the past and the future of TVET education in Malaysia.
Highlights
As one of the leading developing countries in South-East Asia, Malaysia ambitiously aims to be a developed nation in its own ambiance by the end of 2020.To achieve this, the highlight has been given to several aspects, in promoting a balanced growth of economy, policy, society, spirit and cultures
Tracing back through the history lane, the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Malaysia was introduced in 1964 under the Technical Management Department, which is currently known as the Technical and Vocational Education Division
In 1956, the Education Committee was established as reported in Razak Report 1956 [3], in which several important changes in vocational education have been embedded into the national education system, and high priority was given to it [4]
Summary
As one of the leading developing countries in South-East Asia, Malaysia ambitiously aims to be a developed nation in its own ambiance by the end of 2020. Not to be left behind, one of the strategies of the Malaysian government is to emphasize the education sector as it is recognized as an influential agent, especially by producing skilled laborers and professionals that will encourage the development of other sectors as well. This agenda will further lead to the agile achievement of the desired status of a developed country. The review of the documents involves (i) Razak Statement, (ii) Rahman Talib Statement, (iii) Education Act 1996, (iv) Education Policy 2012, and (v) Malaysia Education Blueprint 2015-2025. Backward and Forward Reviews on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Malaysia: The Evolution and ICT-Driven Future Prospect
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