Committee of Supply 2026 debate, Day 3: Lee Hui Ying on reigniting love for mother tongues
Bilingualism is central to Singapore's identity, yet gaps remain, said MP Lee Hui Ying in parliament on Monday (Mar 2). She observed that some students struggle with both English and their mother tongue, and that interest in Mother Tongue Languages is waning. She wanted to know if the Ministry of Education will provide greater support for parents and leverage digital platforms to make learning engaging. She also highlighted the need for targeted support for weaker learners, stronger teacher training, and curricula that make languages relevant and engaging.
Bilingualism is central to Singapore's identity, yet gaps remain, said MP Lee Hui Ying in parliament on Monday (Mar 2). She observed that some students struggle with both English and their mother tongue, and that interest in Mother Tongue Languages is waning. She wanted to know if the Ministry of Education will provide greater support for parents and leverage digital platforms to make learning engaging. She also highlighted the need for targeted support for weaker learners, stronger teacher training, and curricula that make languages relevant and engaging.
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