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The Spark of Inspiration:In 2006, Sir Ken Robinson, a British educator and author, delivered a TED Talk titled "Do Schools Kill Creativity?" that resonated with millions worldwide. With wit, warmth, and compelling anecdotes, Robinson argued that traditional education often stifles creativity, a natural human capacity vital for success in

Are you job-ready? Why lifelong learning is the key to career success. In today's dynamic job market, a college degree is no longer a guaranteed ticket to success. Employers increasingly seek adaptable, skilled individuals who can continuously learn and evolve alongside ever-changing technologies and industry demands. This begs the question:

From Robots to Revolutionizing Education:Sebastian Thrun, a Stanford professor and entrepreneur, rose to fame with his work on self-driving cars and robots. However, his impact extends far beyond robotics, reaching into the realm of online education through his platform Udacity. There, Thrun champions two key methodologies: gamification and adaptive

Kuala Lumpur, December 21, 2023 - The Malaysian Ministry of Education is preparing to embrace the wave of digital transformation sweeping through the global education landscape. Recognising the increasing relevance of online learning, the Ministry is taking concrete steps to integrate digital education into its systems, aiming to join the

The Need for Personalised Learning: In the 21st century, the traditional "one-size-fits-all" approach to education is no longer sufficient. Students come from diverse backgrounds, have varying learning styles and paces, and pursue different goals. This necessitates a shift towards personalised learning, where each student's education is tailored to their individual

Beyond the IQ Score: How Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligences Revolutionised Education For decades, the concept of intelligence was shrouded in a singular metric: the IQ test. A single number was meant to encapsulate the vast complexities of human thought and potential. But then came Howard Gardner, a Harvard psychologist who

Kuala Lumpur, November 1, 2023 – Calls for establishing an independent body to oversee and evaluate the teaching of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects in Malaysian schools have gained momentum, echoing the goals of the BeED initiative aimed at transforming Malaysia into a global hub for TVET education. This

The Promise of Artificial Intelligence in Education: Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionise education by creating personalised learning experiences for each student. At the forefront of this revolution are intelligent tutoring systems (ITS), powered by AI algorithms that can adapt to individual needs, offer real-time feedback, and guide

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across industries, including education. Malaysia's education sector is embracing this technological revolution, recognizing the potential of AI to enhance learning experiences, personalize instruction, and equip students with essential skills for the future. AI is being integrated into various

Lynda Weinman and Bruce Heavin are pioneers in the field of microlearning, which is the delivery of learning content in small, digestible chunks. Weinman and Heavin's research has shown that microlearning can be an effective way to deliver learning content because it is: Flexible: Microlearning modules can be accessed anytime,

Paulo Freire, a visionary educator and philosopher, revolutionised education by advocating for a "critical pedagogy" that empowers learners to be active participants in their own education and agents of social change. His ideas resonate deeply with BeED's mission and platform, making BeED a powerful tool for realising Freire's vision in

Kuala Lumpur – The call to abolish PTPTN loans and make higher education affordable has gained momentum in recent years, as many Malaysians grapple with the burden of student debt. This movement argues that access to higher education should be a right, not a privilege, and that the financial constraints posed

Daphne Koller and Andrew Ng are two of the most prominent researchers and educators in the field of online learning. In 2012, they started one of the first and largest massive open online course (MOOC) platforms. One of Koller and Ng's most important findings is that the use of video

KUALA LUMPUR, – The Malaysian government's new Digital Education Policy, launched by Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek, aims to cultivate a generation of digitally proficient students equipped to navigate the increasingly digital world. This policy aligns seamlessly with the objectives of the BeED initiative, which envisions Malaysia as a global hub for

Kuala Lumpur - The Malaysian government will launch a new initiative to promote digital literacy among Malaysians as part of Budget 2024. The initiative will provide free digital literacy training to Malaysians of all ages and backgrounds. The Digital Literacy for All Programme will focus on teaching Malaysians the basic

Daniel Goleman is a psychologist and author who is best known for his work on emotional intelligence. In his book "Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ," Goleman argued that emotional intelligence is just as important as IQ for success in life. Goleman defined emotional intelligence as the

The Malaysian government has allocated RM5 billion in Budget 2024 to improve technical and vocational education and training (TVET) education in the country. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the allocation would be used to upgrade TVET infrastructure, develop new TVET programmes, and provide more scholarships and financial assistance

Carol Dweck is a Stanford University psychologist and the author of the book "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success." She is known for her research on growth mindset, which is the belief that intelligence can be developed through effort and perseverance. Dweck's experiment on growth mindset began in the early

The Pygmalion Effect is a social psychology phenomenon in which the greater the expectations placed on an individual, the better they will perform. The experiment was first conducted in 1964 by Robert Rosenthal and Lenore Jacobson, who randomly assigned students to a control group or an experimental group. The teachers

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Following the success of the Malaysia Education Blueprint 2013-2025, the Malaysian government has announced that it will launch a new national education policy in 2025. The new policy will be developed in consultation with stakeholders from all sectors of society, including educators, parents, learners, and businesses.

Personalized learning is an educational approach that tailors instruction to the individual needs of each learner. Personalized learning can be implemented in a variety of ways, including through the use of technology.One example of personalized learning is the use of adaptive learning software. Adaptive learning software uses algorithms to

Paul Mishkin is a pioneer in the field of learning analytics, which is the use of data to track learners progress and identify areas where they need additional support. In his work, Mishkin has found that learning analytics can be used to help educators track learners progress, identify areas where

Attention Android 13 (and above) users! Due to recent changes in the Google API agreement, we are currently unable to update the BeED app on the Google Play Store. To download the BeED app, please follow these steps: Go to this link: https://www.beed.world/apk/BeED-1.8.4.

Hybrid education is to be introduced in Malaysian public universities. In a recent announcement, the Higher Education Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, stated that public universities in Malaysia will soon introduce a hybrid and adaptable educational system. Under this system, learners will be required to attend physical classes only