Reading for the Future : Literacy Movement at SB Wira Damai Selangor, Malaysia

The Wira Damai Learning Studio in Selangor, Malaysia, is a non-formal educational institution that focuses on basic literacy for the children of Indonesian migrant workers. Through literacy-math teaching (calistung) activities and social skills development, the program aims to provide basic education for children who have difficulty accessing formal schools. With the support of volunteer teaching staff and KKN students, this activity also introduces children to relevant social values and life skills. The results showed a significant increase in children's basic literacy skills and selfconfidence. This article highlights the importance of this program as an educational model for the migrant community in Malaysia.

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International Journal of Community Engagement and Development
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2024-10-31
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https://doi.org/10.59581/ijced.v2i3.53
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Education and Islamic Studies
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Reading for the Future : Literacy Movement at SB Wira Damai Selangor, Malaysia

Yustinah Yustinah, Lasmiatun Lasmiatun, Siti Istifaroh
International Journal of Community Engagement and Development
Education and Islamic Studies
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Reading for the Future : Literacy Movement at SB Wira Damai Selangor, Malaysia

Yustinah Yustinah, Lasmiatun Lasmiatun, Siti Istifaroh
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Abstract

The Wira Damai Learning Studio in Selangor, Malaysia, is a non-formal educational institution that focuses on basic literacy for the children of Indonesian migrant workers. Through literacy-math teaching (calistung) activities and social skills development, the program aims to provide basic education for children who have difficulty accessing formal schools. With the support of volunteer teaching staff and KKN students, this activity also introduces children to relevant social values and life skills. The results showed a significant increase in children's basic literacy skills and selfconfidence. This article highlights the importance of this program as an educational model for the migrant community in Malaysia.

International Journal of Community Engagement and DevelopmentVol. 2(3)
Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang (ID)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 64%
Education and Islamic Studies
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