"Revolutionizing Education through Technology"

Introduction

Welcome to the official website of the Malaysian Educational Technology Association (META). META, also known as Persatuan Teknologi Pendidikan Malaysia (PTPM), is a professional organization that serves as a bridge connecting educators and technology enthusiasts in the field of educational technology. Founded in 1988, META strives to enhance the utilization and application of various aspects of educational and information technology in Malaysia's education system.

The History

Back in June 1987, the Ministry of Education Malaysia organized a convention on Educational Technology at the National Education Management Institute (now known as the Aminuddin Baki Institute). During this convention, Puan Seri Datin Hafsah Bt. Hj. Nasir, the Director of the Central Educational Distribution Division at the time, presented a paper that received enthusiastic responses from all participants. One of the outcomes of the convention was the proposal to establish the National Educational Technology Association. A pro tem committee, led by Associate Professor Puan Sri Dr. Rohana Zubir, was appointed to lay the groundwork and explore possibilities for the establishment of PTPM.

Finally, on September 26, 1988, the Malaysian Educational Technology Association was officially established. The pro tem committee chairperson and several committee members were appointed as the permanent committee members of the newly formed META. As per the PTPM Constitution (1988), META operates as an independent professional organization with its registered address at the Educational Technology Division, Ministry of Education Malaysia, Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur.

Objectives

META's establishment is rooted in the clear and comprehensive objectives listed in its Constitution. These objectives encompass various areas of educational technology relevance and aim to drive innovation and improvement within the field. The objectives are as follows:

1. Encouraging the development of educational technology to enhance the quality of teaching, learning, training, and educational management.

2. Promoting research related to educational technology.

3. Facilitating the creation and production of diverse educational tools and resources.

4. Providing information dissemination facilities through print and non-print publications, keeping stakeholders informed about educational technology advancements.

5. Organising meetings, seminars, conventions, symposiums, workshops, and conferences to foster the exchange of ideas and perspectives among educational technology experts and members.

6. Collaborating with local and international organisations related to educational technology and participating in relevant conferences.

7. Organising visits to agencies related to educational technology and conducting exhibitions that highlight its importance.

8. Offering advisory and consultancy services in educational technology to relevant parties.

Initiatives & Impact

META, as the leading association for educational technology in Malaysia, has undertaken numerous initiatives that have significantly impacted the education landscape. These initiatives include:

1. Professional Development Programs: META organises workshops, training sessions, and professional development programs to enhance the technological skills of educators and promote best practices in the use of educational technology.

2. IMETC: An annual convention organised by META brings together educators, researchers, and industry experts to share insights, research findings, and experiences in the field of educational technology.

3. Collaborative Projects: META initiates collaborative projects with other educational institutions, government bodies, and industry partners to foster innovation and implement technological solutions to enhance teaching and learning.

4. META Publications: META publishes MJET - the Malaysian Journal of Educational Technology that includes reports, and newsletters to disseminate research findings, educational technology trends, and best practices.

META's unwavering commitment to promoting educational technology in Malaysia has revolutionized the teaching and learning experience for educators and students alike. Through its various initiatives, collaborations, and publications, META continues to steer the education sector towards a technologically advanced future. If you wish to stay abreast of the latest educational technology advancements and join a community passionate about leveraging technology for education, META is the association for you.