‘More work to be done’

Aiming for better: Azman (centre), Education deputy director-generals of school operations Zainal Abas (left) and of policy sector and curriculum Dr Rusmini Ku Ahmad having a look at the TIMSS 2023 report in Putrajaya. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

MALAYSIA’S achievement in the latest Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) has highlighted many challenges faced by students and teachers that will serve as a foundation to continuously improve our education system.

One of the biggest issues highlighted, said Education Ministry director-general Azman Adnan, was the weaknesses in mastery of basic mathematical and science knowledge, concepts and skills, which became more apparent when schools were closed during the pandemic.