Learning of Science and Mathematics in English, (PPSMI), stressing that there was no "flip-flop" on the matter.
Muhyiddin who is Education Minister said the decision to scrap the policy was
made after a careful study.
"All Members of Parliament, including those from the opposition, supported when we decided to implement the Upholding Bahasa Malaysia, Strengthening the Command of English policy, (MBMMBI), which replaces the PPSMI," he told reporters after handing over sacrificial cows in conjunction with the Aidiladha at Sri Pekembar Hall, here.
He said a study by the ministry showed that only between 5% to 7% of schools under the ministry were using English when the PPSMI policy was
in force from 2003, while the rest either used mixed language or Bahasa Malaysia in full.
The Cabinet yesterday agreed to allow all students under the Teaching and Learning of Science and Mathematics in English (PPSMI) policy to continue learning the subjects in English until Form Five.
Meanwhile, MCA President Datuk Seri Dr. Chua Soi Lek welcomed the Cabinet decision to let PPSMI be maintained for students who have started learning the subjects in the language.
"It is good to note that students in Year Two to Form Four will continue under the policy until they complete their secondary school education," he said, adding that the Deputy Prime Minister's announcement has paved the way for clear guidelines on the matter and put an end to any confusion.
Chua added that the soft landing approach to the issue has also provided schools the option to teach the two subjects fully in English, Bahasa Malaysia or bilingually.
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