Open AccessLEGAL LITERACY AMONG TEACHERS IN MALAYSIA
Author(s) -
Suriati Suhaimi,
Mohd Faiz Mohd Yaakob
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
international journal of law, government and communication
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 0128-1763
DOI - 10.35631/ijlgc.624009
Subject(s) - government (linguistics) , constitution , context (archaeology) , literacy , political science , discipline , legal education , face (sociological concept) , christian ministry , pedagogy , public relations , law , sociology , social science , geography , philosophy , linguistics , archaeology
Legal literacy among teachers is very important in the context of education in Malaysia, especially in facing various challenges. cases involving teachers and the law often published in the mass media leaving a negative impact on the world of education itself as well as involving the Ministry of Education Malaysia. This concept paper discusses literature highlights to reinforce that legal literacy is vital to be used as a study variable. This survey applies document analysis procedure, which includes a review of several official government documents such as the EDUCATION ACT 1996 (Act 550), Student Disciplinary Procedure, Education Regulations (School Discipline) 1959, and the Children Act 2001 (Act 611). The Federal Constitution is also used as the main reference in this concept paper. This study is able to provide guidance to teachers and educational leaders so as not to face legal risks while carrying out their responsibilities.