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Education chief argues students must master technology, not be disconnected from it

South China Morning Post

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July 6, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Appeal to Fear
Education chief argues students must master technology, not be disconnected from it

As Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the administration’s achievements so far and what may lie ahead. Hong Kong students should not be barred from using technology and electronic devices simply because they do not know how to use them responsibly, the city’s education minister has said, arguing that the next generation must learn to navigate the digital era. Secretary for Education...

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ASCD SmartBrief

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· Jul 1, 2026

What educators have to say about "Techlash"

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UrduPoint

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· Jul 6, 2026

Youth must embrace technical skills to succeed in digital economy: Tarand

Youth must embrace technical skills to succeed in digital economy: Tarand

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 7, 2026

Pelatih bukan pengganti pekerja

LATIHAN industri memainkan peranan penting dalam menyediakan pelajar institusi pengajian tinggi menghadapi alam pekerjaan sebenar. Melalui program ini, pelajar dapat mengaplikasikan ilmu yang dipelajari di bilik kuliah, memahami budaya organisasi serta membangunkan kemahiran profesional yang sukar diperoleh melalui pembelajaran akademik semata-mata. Namun, insiden kemalangan yang melibatkan pelajar ketika menjalani latihan industri menimbulkan persoalan penting, sejauh ... Read more The post Pelatih bukan pengganti pekerja appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Malay Mail

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· Jul 5, 2026

TVET Commission Bill expected to reach Parliament by end of the year, says Zahid

ISKANDAR PUTERI, July 5 — The establishment of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Commissi...

BERNAMA

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· Jul 1, 2026

General : PTSS Empowers Communities Via Transfer Of Eel Farming Knowledge And Technology

ARAU, July 1 (Bernama) -- The involvement of Politeknik Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin (PTSS) here in Projek Penternakan Belut Komersial Geran Sejati MADANI proves that the role of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions is not just to produce graduates but also to empower communities through the transfer of knowledge and technology.

Universities | The Guardian

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· Jun 23, 2026

A more integrated education system would benefit all | Letters

Prof Dave Phoenix says government policy should not focus on who can be excluded from higher educationThe debate about minimum entry requirements for university risks asking the wrong question (Students could be required to pass GCSE English to access university loans, 17 June).At a time of persistent skills shortages and productivity challenges, policy should focus not on who can be excluded from higher education, but on how more people can develop the higher-level skills the country needs through a more integrated education system. Continue reading...

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Related coverage for "Education chief argues students must master technology, not be disconnected from it": ASCD SmartBrief — What educators have to say about "Techlash". UrduPoint — Youth must embrace technical skills to succeed in digital economy: Tarand. Utusan Malaysia — Pelatih bukan pengganti pekerja. Malay Mail — TVET Commission Bill expected to reach Parliament by end of the year, says Zahid. BERNAMA — General : PTSS Empowers Communities Via Transfer Of Eel Farming Knowledge And Technology. Universities | The Guardian — A more integrated education system would benefit all | Letters