In a stroke of sheer genius, the Prime Minister has proposed bringing in Singaporean teachers to work their magic on Malaysian students’ English proficiency. This groundbreaking suggestion has, of course, garnered overwhelming support and applause from all corners… or maybe not.
Former minister Rafidah Aziz, always one to rain on the parade of progress, has dared to suggest hiring retired local teachers instead of embracing this innovative and forward-thinking plan. Because who needs fresh perspectives and expertise when we have a surplus of retirees just itching to get back into the classroom, right?
Rafidah’s idea of dusting off retired teachers and putting them back in action is truly a stroke of brilliance. Forget about progress, forget about new approaches, let’s stick to the good old days when education was… well, exactly where it is now. Who needs innovation when you have a tried-and-(not-so)true method that has brought us to the top of global education rankings?
Furthermore, why bother with external expertise and diverse teaching methods when we can continue to rely on the same old faces and methods that have served us so well in the past? After all, change is overrated, and why fix what isn’t broken, right?
In the Prime Minister’s defense, who needs to address the systemic issues within our education system when we can just import some teachers from Singapore and call it a day? Why invest in local talent and empower our educators when we can just look elsewhere for solutions?
Clearly, Rafidah Aziz’s suggestion to stick with the status quo and overlook the wealth of expertise and knowledge beyond our borders is the way to go. Let’s keep our heads buried in the sand and pretend that progress and innovation have no place in shaping the future of education in Malaysia.
In conclusion, why aim for excellence and embrace new ideas when we can continue to cling to outdated practices and resist any form of change? Let’s celebrate mediocrity and stagnation because, after all, who needs progress when we have retirees waiting in the wings to save the day? Brilliant!
Earnest Lee – Kuala Lumpur
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