BACHOK - The implementation of Digital Schools is expected to revolutionise the country's education system by producing technology-savvy students and protecting them from cyber threats, said Impressive Communication Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Tan Sri Abdul Halim Karim.
He said that, as a company that provides telecommunications and Internet equipment, they are committed to improving awareness among young people about the use of digital technology in schools.
"The implementation of Digital Schools is in alignment with current developments, where students are more exposed to the digital world, particularly on social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok and Instagram.
"This change is a positive step and, as such, the management of the learning system must also be changed to keep up with the times,” he told Bernama recently.
He added that the implementation of Digital Schools could shape students’ morals by reducing the risk of being involved in online criminal activities like cyber fraud.
In addition, it also provides opportunities for students, especially those in rural areas, to have a more in-depth knowledge of digital technology.
"Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Pak Badol is the pioneer Digital School and we have contributed over RM16,000 to ensure this project is successfully implemented. We hope this initiative can inspire other schools,” he added.
Meanwhile, SK Pak Badol principal Noor Ashiqin Abdullah said the Digital School initiative was in line with the National Digital Education Policy launched by Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek last year.
Noor Ashiqin said the school is striving to make more students proficient in the use of technology in an integrated, creative, innovative, responsible and ethical manner.
"This school has prepared six special classes for this programme, including a design and technology room, science room, computer laboratory, resource centre and two classrooms to be turned into digital classrooms from the 2025 session onwards,” Noor Ashiqin said. - BERNAMA