Overview of early childhood care and education in Malaysia

Rahmatullah, Bahbibi; Rawai, Norshakila Muhamad; Samuri, Suzani Mohamad; Yassin, Sopia Md

doi:10.1556/063.2021.00074

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“…Effective implementation of policies and strategies aimed at improving the homeschool partnership in ECCE relies upon the stakeholders' awareness of their respective roles and a shared perception and motivation to foster robust relationships for the benefit of the children. The involvement of all relevant stakeholders, in conjunction with governmental initiatives, ought to enhance and elevate the quality of ECCE in Malaysia (Rahmatullah et al, 2021).…”

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The Home-School Partnership in Early Childhood Education: Understanding The Challenges and Obstacles

Ngadni,

Yee Shuang

2024

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Parental participation and home-school partnerships have been crucial in Early Childhood Education (ECE). The attitudes and understanding of the stakeholders determine the learning experience and outcome. This study was conducted in Malaysia to gather the perspectives of preschool parents, teachers, and principals. The data is collected through self-completion interviews, open-ended questionnaires, and observations of preschool stakeholders. The findings suggest that parents are willing to participate in their children's education. The teachers and principals, too, prioritize the significance of developing relationships with parents. However, certain hindrances, such as time constraints and insufficient knowledge and resources, are present. The implication of this study shows that there is a need for the provision of parental support by the school is essential in augmenting parenting abilities and promoting cooperation. Also, there is a need for training programmes for parents and teachers to address competency gaps. The Early Childhood Care Education (ECCE) centres and the national policy ought to devise a plan of action that aligns with pragmatic necessities and effectively communicates the advantages of collaborative endeavours.

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The Home-School Partnership in Early Childhood Education: Understanding The Challenges and Obstacles

Ngadni,

Yee Shuang

2024

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“…In Malaysia, this demand mirrors global trends, spurred by changes in women's work participation, family structures, and heightened awareness of early childhood education. The Malaysian government, acknowledging this surge, has integrated quality childcare into its strategic plans, including the 12th Malaysia Plan (Rahmatullah et al, 2021). High-quality childcare is crucial for children's cognitive, social, and emotional development, influencing their readiness for school and long-term academic success (Melhuish, 2014;Sylva et al, 2011).…”

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“…High-quality childcare is crucial for children's cognitive, social, and emotional development, influencing their readiness for school and long-term academic success (Melhuish, 2014;Sylva et al, 2011). It also provides a secure environment that nurtures children's curiosity and growth, enhancing parental satisfaction (Rahmatullah et al, 2021).…”

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Determinants of Service Quality Factors and Parent Satisfaction in Childcare Centre

Sulaiman,

Hussain

2024

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This study delves into the intricate dynamics of Malaysian childcare centres, focusing specifically on the elements that contribute to service quality and, ultimately, parental satisfaction. The research seeks to understand the underlying connections and impacts of various factors on parent satisfaction, excluding the aspect of educational leadership. With potential adverse outcomes from poor service quality, such as suboptimal child development and parental stress, this study aims to identify the key factors that enhance service experiences in early childhood settings. Adopting a quantitative approach, the study utilizes a causal research design to explore the relationships between various service quality elements and parent satisfaction. A comprehensive survey method was employed, offering a cross- sectional snapshot of opinions from parents with children in Malaysian childcare services. The study's design ensures precision in testing hypotheses, with findings analysed using advanced statistical tools like SPSS and PLS-SEM. The hypothesis testing reveals interesting insights. It shows the rejection of certain assumed direct impacts of basic facilities, curriculum, and program structure on parent satisfaction. However, other factors emerged as significant in shaping parental perceptions. Notably, the study found that specific service quality factors, particularly in the domain of student interactions, play a crucial role in determining parent satisfaction. The research methodology included a pilot study in Kota Bahru, Kelantan, for preliminary validation of the survey instruments. Purposive sampling selected 318 parents from various childcare centres, ensuring a relevant and focused sample. The findings indicate that while some service quality aspects may not directly influence parent satisfaction, others are crucial. The study’s implications are significant for policy and practice in early childhood education, emphasizing the enhancement of specific service quality factors as a strategy to uplift parent satisfaction in Malaysian childcare centres. This research adds an important dimension to the understanding of service quality and parent satisfaction in the context of early childhood education.

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“…Among the various preschools, the classes under MOE do not charge for tuition; free school lunches are also offered. While many parents aim for their children to enrol on schools, their admission depends on the parents' income, which should be a maximum of RM1,000 per month (Rahmatullah et al, 2021). In most cases, parents from this income group have several jobs, leading to insufficient time to take care of their children's needs at home.…”

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Learning Moral Values Through Cartoons for Malaysian Preschool-aged Children

Abdullah

2023

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While the younger generation’s access to YouTube and time spent in front of the TV have increased, research on the ability of young children to learn moral values remains lacking. Furthermore, the preconceived notion that cartoons are detrimental to moral development is inconclusive, which requires further research to be confirmed or debunked. This study, which is mixed method research, aims to identify and analyse how moral values are taught in cartoons. A total of 20 preschool children (aged five to six years old) from an elementary school in Kuala Lumpur were selected. Doraemon animated series or movies were used as the study data. Notably, Doraemon animations and movies are popular among children as they are humorous and condemn bullying. This was followed by the process of data collection that comprised three phases. Specifically, the first phase was participant observation, the second phase was questionnaires, and the third phase was the unstructured interview. A statistical programme was conducted to analyse all the quantitative data collected from the surveys. Qualitative analysis software was used to analyse and code the qualitative data collected from observations and unstructured interviews. As a result, the majority of preschool children were in the imitation phase. Therefore, they imitated the good moral values portrayed in the cartoons they watched. This study also highlighted that preschool children's viewing of cartoons is not only entertaining but also educational and teaches important key moral values. Apart from that, the children preferred to watch cartoons rather than playing outside during their free time. The families' explanations helped the preschoolers distinguish between good and bad moral values in line with Malay culture and Islamic teachings. The analysis was limited by the small sample size and geographical location of this study. Thus, it was suggested that further studies are conducted to expand the economic strata and age groups.

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Overview of early childhood care and education in Malaysia

Cited by 10 publications

References 35 publications

The Home-School Partnership in Early Childhood Education: Understanding The Challenges and Obstacles

The Home-School Partnership in Early Childhood Education: Understanding The Challenges and Obstacles

Determinants of Service Quality Factors and Parent Satisfaction in Childcare Centre

Learning Moral Values Through Cartoons for Malaysian Preschool-aged Children

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