PENAMPANG: The Interactive Digital Board an important step in the Parent Teacher’s Association’s (PTA) efforts to advance education through information technology, while being a milestone in the innovation of teaching methods.
SRJK Yue Min PTA head Victor Voo said, the essence of education is to build character, and technological advancements have provided more efficient and intelligent tools to enhance the learning process.
“The introduction of the Interactive Digital Board not only transforms traditional teaching methods but also makes learning sessions more interactive, thereby achieving mutual improvement in both teaching and learning,” he said during the launching ceremony of the interactive Digital Board, carried out by the Penampang Member of Parliament, Datuk Ewon Benedick.
He shared that the Interactive Digital Board can enhance interaction in classroom teaching. With handwriting recognition, multimedia displays, and remote collaboration features, teachers can explain concepts more clearly, while students can understand and absorb knowledge more effectively.
“Secondly, it optimises the integration of educational resources. With internet connectivity, this interactive digital board can access a variety of learning materials at any time, making the teaching content more diverse and catering to the different learning needs of students,” he stated.
It also plays a role in strengthening educational equity and personalised learning. Whether in urban or rural areas, high-quality educational resources can be shared through this digital board, providing more students with the opportunity to experience more advanced teaching methods.
“Today we are not just launching a digital board; we are also opening a new chapter in educational innovation. I hope that teachers will fully utilise this smart tool to explore more effective teaching methods, making learning more engaging and providing long-term benefits to students.”
Meanwhile, SRJK Yue Min principal Brenden Ling expressed his deepest appreciation and gratitude to Datuk Ewon Benedick for graciously attending and officiating the event.
“Your presence is very meaningful to us and reflects your concern and support for the development of education at our school. We would also like to extend our sincerest thanks for all the assistance and contributions you have provided to the school over the years. The donation of 1,420 student chairs and 10 computers has greatly enhanced the comfort of our students during their daily learning sessions,” he said adding the generous contribution of RM50,000 to equip the digital boards in 38 classrooms has acted as a catalyst for a more modern and interactive educational transformation.
“Your concern and care for our school’s needs truly reflect the values of unity and togetherness. All these contributions are immensely meaningful in our efforts to improve educational standards and provide a more conducive and comfortable learning environment for our students at SRJK Yue Min school,” he stated.
Earlier in his speech, Ewon who is also the Minister pf Entrepreneur Development and Cooperative (MEDC) said he appreciated the initiative taken by the school and the PTA to incorporate digitalisation into the teaching and learning sessions.
“I am confident that this initiative will not only create an interactive environment in the classroom but also prepare students for the job market, businesses, and daily activities that increasingly rely on digital components,” he said.
Ewon has agreed to allocate an additional RM35,000 to the PIBG of SRJK Yue Min for the operation of the smart boards and to repair the school gateway roof.
Also present during the event were teachers and members of the PTA as well as students from the school.-BNN
