Science and Mathematics to be taught in English again

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KUALA LUMPUR: Science and Mathematics subjects will once again be taught in English.

Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who is also the acting education minister, said the move would allow for a better mastery of the language.

“It is very important that we give time for (the study of) English, particularly in learning Science and Mathematics (subjects).

“Geography and History can be conducted in any language, but both Science and Mathematics are not indigenous fields of knowledge.

“Therefore, we are going to use English in the teaching of Science and Mathematics,” he said during a special meeting with the education ministry management officials yesterday.

Dr Mahathir said it was found that those who studied Science in Bahasa Malaysia were unable to apply it in their work where English is required.

A video of Dr Mahathir’s address was uploaded to his Facebook and Twitter. However, there was no mention of when exactly the move will be implemented.