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Tackling the Issue of Truancy Among Students |
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In today's modernizing world, we are often shocked by the social phenomenon that
is happening among the younger generation that is being broadcasted on
television and newspapers. One such problem is school truancy, which is
detrimental to the students who are involved in this unhealthy activity. This
issue has become a hallmark of the weakness in the education system in Malaysia,
which is implemented through the National Education Policy. Are students bored
with the teaching and learning process being carried out? This question is often
a topic of discussion among members of society who question why students would
want to do this instead of sitting and learning something in school with full
discipline. Therefore, it is appropriate to discuss what steps need to be taken
to tackle the issue of truancy among students.
The main initiative that can be taken is to establish more effective laws in
schools. Schools are educational institutions that should be respected and
enjoyed by every individual who uses this infrastructure. However, the
consequences of failing to make decisions and distinguish between good and bad
have caused some students to be able to skip school. There are many factors that
influence the behavior of a student with a problem. As the school, the role that
can be taken is to tighten regulations such as providing counseling services,
sending students to volunteer programs, and reporting to the police if the
student's offenses exceed the school's limits. Additionally, the school can also
organize motivational activities and raise awareness among students about the
joy of schooling rather than wasting time playing hooky and hanging out in
public places.
The next step lies in the role of parents in giving attention and educating
their students. Actually, manners and behavior of children are the
responsibility of parents in shaping them into individuals who have sound
judgment and are polite and well-mannered. Teachers in school only provide
education in the form of facts and knowledge that benefit students in the
future. School truancy among students may occur due to a lack of attention from
parents who are busy working or facing domestic crisis. In this situation,
students cannot be blamed, but instead, parents are responsible for ensuring
their children are ready and comfortable with their family's conditions so they
can focus on learning in school. Remember, "it all starts at home." This is the
phrase of a famous philosopher, Franklin D. Franklin. So parents are the main
agents who shape the character of their children so that they do not cause
harmful phenomena in the future.
In addition, society also needs to play a role in addressing the problem of
truancy among students. As a member of society, every individual has the
responsibility to provide a positive environment for students and to participate
in addressing this problem. Society can do this by supporting schools and
parents in addressing this issue, and by organizing educational and recreational
activities for students to participate in, as well as providing job
opportunities and vocational training for students who have dropped out of
school.
In conclusion, to tackle the issue of truancy among students, all parties
involved need to play a role, including schools, parents, and society. Effective
laws must be established in schools, and parents need to give attention and
educate their children. Society also needs to play its role by providing a
positive environment for students and supporting schools and parents. By working
together, we can overcome the problem of truancy among students and provide a
better future for the younger generation. |
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