13-Year Compulsory Education: A New Proposal for Indonesia's Education
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The government and education experts are once again discussing a proposal for 13 years of compulsory education in Indonesia. The proposal includes one year of preschool education for children aged 5 to 6 years. Currently, compulsory education in Indonesia is 12 years, from elementary school through senior high school.
Under this proposal, children aged 5 to 6 would also receive education before entering elementary school. The goal is to help children develop basic skills, such as speaking, counting, and socializing with their peers. Preschool education is considered important because early childhood serves as the foundation for children's future learning.
If this proposal is implemented, parents will also need to understand the changes that will occur, such as the obligation to enroll their children in preschool institutions. The government also needs to prepare teachers, facilities, and budgets so that this program can run well across all regions.
So far, the proposal is still under discussion. The public can continue to follow its developments through official government announcements and national media.
Sources: Kompas.id
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