KUCHING: The Ministry of Education (MoE) developed the Sarawak Dual Language Programme (DLP) in response to the shifting demands for qualified workers in sectors that are quickly evolving.
Batu Lintang Teacher Education Institute campus director, Dr Lambat Lindong said the programme increases the percentage of students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) streams.
The responsibility is entrusted to IPGK Batu Lintang, IPGK Rajang and IPGK Sarawak to implement the ongoing programme in six zones, namely Kuching, Sri Aman, Mukah, Sibu, Bintulu and Limbang.
“A total of 650 teachers are involved, 20 lecturers, including retired lecturers who are willing to continue contributing to this programme,” he said.
Lambat added that the implementation of DLP Sarawak will be made easier with rich reference materials available in English in the fields of science, mathematics, and interdisciplinary STEM education.
“IPGK Batu Lintang will continue to commit and help the Sarawak government, especially in the development of education by collaborating with experts in the field,” he added.
He also reminded all workshop participants to continue to be dedicated to generating knowledgeable and highly qualified students in accordance with the desires and goals of the Sarawak government at the opening ceremony of DPL Sarawak 2022 yesterday at the Grand Continental Hotel.
“Continue efforts in building networks and connections with IPG, academic institutions and bodies that can support the development of education in Sarawak,” he added.
