MoE will embed character development into daily lessons from 2026, focusing on moral values and emotional strength for students.
GEORGE TOWN: The Education Ministry will introduce a comprehensive student character development initiative in 2026 using an integrated approach within existing subjects.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek confirmed the initiative will not create a new subject but will be incorporated into daily lessons to strengthen students’ moral values and character.
Teachers will allocate time during lessons for character-building activities that focus on practicing and internalising values in daily life.
Fadhlina emphasised the importance of this initiative in shaping children’s character during a press conference after officiating the ‘Wacana Fikrah Siddiq Fadzil Seminar’ here today.
She stated that character formation will be implemented practically within the existing curriculum to enhance moral integrity and self-identity among students.
The approach aims to produce a generation that excels academically while possessing emotional strength, self-discipline and strong social skills.
The initiative will first be implemented for preschool students next year before expanding to Year One pupils and subsequently to higher levels.
Special training and support will be provided to teachers to ensure effective implementation of the new curriculum.
Parents are also encouraged to support their children in adapting to this new character development approach. – Bernama
