Nevertheless, for me, parents are still the first teachers. The ways in which we orientate our children towards the world and learning are so vital. Therefore for someone who doesn't has extra money to send the kids to Alice Smith or Garden International, it's critical that I now put in the extra efforts to help them improve their English. As English is not the native language in my family, I have all these years reinforced the importance of learning English. I am sure as mothers, all of us have our own ways in bringing out the best in our kids. There is plenty that parents can do at home to help kids get more out of school. However, it can be a bit/very difficult if both parents are working.
But one thing for sure, the lack of competence in speaking and writing in English is a reason that will deter our children to excel in the competitive world of tomorrow. A limited English proficiency will handicap the kids academically, socially and emotionally (lack of self confidence). Advantages of getting good occupation are remarkable if the degree your children has is accompanied with good English proficiency.
Government has also lately been promoting human capital development. Obviously the sources of Malaysian's human capital are our children today. The shortcomings of Malaysia's education system can be seen in the share of scientists, engineers, doctors in its population. Malaysia is lagged far behind Korea, Taiwan and Singapore.
However, if the teachers in the national schools are less than proficient in English as well as other subjects, the quality of teaching has been compromised and the Government ought to do something about it - QUICKLY!! Please get the basics right first before you talk about bigger issues such as human capital!!
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