JAKARTA - Deputy Minister of Basic and Secondary Education (Wamendikdasmen) Fajar Riza Ul Haq said the National Education Day (Hardiknas) commemoration was a moment of reflection to strengthen the direction of national education transformation.
"Education not only serves as a transfer of knowledge, but also a process of humanizing people, building character, and preparing a generation that is able to answer the challenges of the times," said Wamendikdasmen Fajar as quoted by ANTARA, Sunday, May 3.
Under the theme "Strengthening Universal Participation to Achieve Quality Education for All", he said this year's Hardiknas commemoration emphasized the importance of the involvement of all elements in providing equitable and quality education services.
He added that this year's Hardiknas warning has become more meaningful because it coincides with the 56th Earth Day and the 30th Regional Autonomy Day.
The three momentum, he said, reflect the close relationship between education, environmental sustainability, and regional governance in building the future of the nation.
In line with the mandate of the Minister of Basic and Secondary Education (Mendikdasmen), Wamendikdasmen Fajar said education is a process of humanizing people who are not merely knowledge transfer, but also develop potential, build character, and glorify humans as beings with dignity.
Education, he continued, is expected to be able to shape learners who are faithful, virtuous, intelligent, skilled, and ready to face the challenges of the times.
In the framework of the President's AstaCita, he explained that education is directed at building superior, resilient, and globally competitive human resources.
Therefore, the transformation of education is no longer based on the old approach, but rather moves towards deeper learning so that learners not only know, but also understand, think critically, and are able to create.
On that occasion, Wamendikdasmen Fajar also emphasized that teachers are the key to improving the quality of education.
Improving the competence and welfare of teachers continues to be a priority for the government.
"Teachers are the center of change. Investing in teachers is a long-term investment for the future of our education," said Wamendikdasmen Fajar Riza Ul Haq.
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