The passive learning culture that is embedded in the minds of local students needs to change in order for them to be successful individuals.
This is the opinion of Nur Amalina Che Bakri, the bright student who made headlines in 2004 after she scored 17A1s in her SPM examinations.
The 25-year-old told Astro Awani Digital that Malaysian students need to play an active role in the learning process at their respective schools by engaging in discussions and tutorials.
“In Malaysia, when a teacher delivers his or her lessons, the students only takes notes. Rarely they ask questions or discuss the topic of the lessons.
“This is because we are not exposed to active learning. We need to change this culture. We need to do a lot of asking and talking,” said Nur Amalina.
Nur Amalina, who is currently studying medicine in the United Kingdom, said when she went abroad to study, she did not experience any culture shock in terms of the learning process as she has always been interactive even while studying here.
“I always ask questions. I always engage in discussions," she said.
Nur Amalina, who was earlier interviewed in Agenda Awani in a segment called ‘Young Generation Icon’, said paper qualification alone will not determine success.
“We have to look out for opportunities, make efforts and have goals to achieve our dreams. My dream has always been to be a gynaecologist.
“Achieving good results in SPM is just the beginning for me. I strive to meet expectations, do well and make our country proud.”
Nur Amalina, who is expected to be graduating in July, said she has plans to come back to the country once she is done with her studies.
However, she said she does not know when exactly she will return.
“After my graduation, I will be doing my foundation for two years. After that I will be pursuing my specialisation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology for maybe ten years.
“After that, I may consider coming back to practice as a specialist here or I may even become a lecturer, she said.
T K Letchumy Tamboo
Thu Jan 03 2013
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