EDUCATION: ASPIRATIONS AND REFLECTIONS

Education: Reflections and Aspirations is a Visionary's Perspective on Brunei's Educational Journey "Unlock the insights of PEHIN ABU BAKAR APONG and Discover the vision behind Brunei's educational reforms and leadership strategies."

This extraordinary book is a compilation of speeches by Honourable Pehin Orang Kaya Seri Kerna Dato Seri Setia Haji Awang Abu Bakar bin Haji Apong during his tenure as the Minister of Education from 2010 to 2015. It offers a unique perspective on the implementation of the Twenty First Century System of Education (SPN 21), a pivotal moment in Brunei's educational history.

A Valuable Resource for:
- Teachers and Educators: Enhance your understanding of educational policy and its practical implications.
- Researchers: Explore the challenges and successes of implementing a new educational system.
- General Public: Appreciate the vision and leadership that shaped Brunei's educational landscape.

Why This Book Matters
- Insights into Policy Formulation: Understand the rationale behind key educational policies and how they were shaped.
- Challenges and Solutions: Gain a deeper understanding of the issues faced by educators and policymakers during the transition to SPN 21.
- Leadership and Innovation: Discover how transformational leadership and skills for the 21st century were emphasized to drive educational change.
- Global Perspectives: Learn about the role of SEAMEO and the importance of language and ICT in modern education.

Key Topics Covered:
- School Leadership: Teachers as Transformational Leaders
- Skills for The Twenty First Century
- Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
- SEAMEO our Future
- Language and Education
- Change and Change Management
- Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Education