"One of the breakthroughs we are proposing is the intensification of learning activities beyond classrooms, as we are aware that experiencing the learning process is more important than merely attending schools," he remarked in Magelang, Central Java, on Saturday.
In this regard, he highlighted the benefits of encouraging and empowering non-professional teachers, especially college students, to demonstrate their dedication to people by engaging in informal educational sessions in regions.
"Our ministry plans to introduce a teaching program aimed at embracing residents, who are committed to education, to teach as volunteers," he revealed.
Haq further elaborated that these volunteers would be expected to help the government provide educational services to people residing in areas lacking the requisite human resources, most notably those classified as outermost, most remote, and disadvantaged (3T) areas.
"We intend to empower local residents to set up learning activities at prayer rooms, mosques, or churches. We will intensify out-of-school learning with the help of locals," he remarked.
The deputy minister also acknowledged that the volunteers may not possess the same teaching competencies as professional educators, which could impact their ability to organize effective learning activities.
To address this, Haq said the government intends to equip volunteers with basic pedagogical skills to ensure they can convey information effectively to their pupils.
He then referenced 3T regions in Papua, stating that his ministry intends to collaborate with local companies to obtain financial support for the program there.
"This will be a display of collaboration between the government and the business world in 3T regions," he stated.
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