Speech by Pre-University Co-ordinator
Launching of the Science & Mathematic & Information and Technology Month Programme
5th of April 2010, at Datuk Anthony Gibun Hall of SMK Tambunan, Sabah.
Thank you Mr & Ms MC.
SOLUTATION
Our Honoured Principal,
Senior Assistant 1,
Senior Assistant 2,
Senior Assistant 3,
Heads of Department,
Heads of Panel,
Fellow Teachers,
MPPs,
Pre-University Students, and
All Putera & Puteri of SMK Tambunan.
A very good morning to all of you.
It is with great honour for me to be invited to officiate this morning’s event, the launching of the Science & Mathematic Month which starts today 5th of April until 30th of April 2010. I would like to thanks the principle and also senior assistants for giving me this opportunity.
May I begin by congratulating the organizing committee for this launching ceremony, led by Miss Azlina Bt. Salleh, as well as Department of Science & Mathematic, for their commendable effort in organizing this important and timely event.
The theme of this year’s SAMATIC month, “Science Explorace” is indeed appropriate and timely, given the current scenario of education system in our country. New education system in our country is more to student-centered learning, flexible learning, experimental learning and self-directed learning. I confident that activities carried on within this month will be SELF-EXPLORED LEARNING.
My main point this morning is about creativity and invention which is related with the theme of SAMATICT month.
Ladies and gentlemen,
You will agree with me that more often than not, whenever the word ‘creativity’ is mentioned, it is always narrowly associated with people in the fields of arts and
entertainment. We often assume that it is only the artists and song writers who are creative.
Generally, we do not consider ourselves to be creative and we tend to think that since we cannot paint or compose music well, then we are not creative. This thinking is a great misconception!
On the other hand, whenever the word ‘innovation’ is mentioned, it is quickly associated with scientists and researchers and people who are involved in product design and development. When we think of something innovative, we immediately think of the latest handphone model or other electronics gadgets. We tend to think that innovation is a discipline that is technologically advanced and technical.
This is also another great misconception.
So, I want to emphasize this morning that Creativity and Innovation is for everyone. I want to convince all off you students, and change your mindset, that Creativity and Innovation is something that you can learn, embrace and practice,
not only in school but also in your homes. The minute you think to arrive at a solution, you are already engaged in the creative process. Farmers who find a better way to get things done, a cheaper way, a more productive way, are applying creative thinking. They are using creativity to arrive at better solutions that give them better results. The Reka Cipta students in our schools also applying creativity to design and invent ideas and product for their course work.
Indeed, Creativity and Innovation should be adopted as a way of life for everyone.
In this respect, I am pleased to bring your attention this morning, that Sabah Invention & Design Exhibition (SINDEX 2010) will be held once again this year. SINDEX is a joint project among Science and Technology Unit, SIRIM Berhad, University Malaysia Sabah , various Goverment Departments, Professional Bodies and ROTARY Clubs in Sabah. The objective of this SINDEX is to inculcate and nurture creative thinking among students especially in the field of science and technology through motivation, invention competitions and exhibitions. More information about SINDEX can be obtained from Reka Cipta panel.
I believe that more similar activities will be held by Science & Mathematics Departments in conjunction with this Samatics Month.
So, I want to embrace all students to take part and contribute in every activity or program organized within this month.
CLOSING & OFFICIATING
In closing, let me wish the organizers every success in organizing this event. To you students, please do take part in every programs organized. As the programs unfold over the next 26 days, I am confident that the students, especially the participants will benefit greatly, as they learn more about Creativity and Innovation.
I OFFICIALLY LAUNCH THE SAMATICT MONTH PROGRAMME.
Thank you.
