Sarawak to use interactive SCALE app for more accessible learning, focus on STEM

KUCHING (Dec 1): The Sarawak Collaborative Learning Interactive Experience (SCALE) application is set to make learning more interactive and accessible for students in the state.

The state government signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the application here with Pertubuhan Aspirasi Guru Sarawak and ARC Technologies Sdn Bhd.

SCALE is a learning application developed to assist teachers with planning lessons, monitoring progress, and supporting students in a more personalised way, focusing on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

“Today’s memorandum reflects our shared commitment to improving education in Sarawak. It shows how government, educators, and technology providers can work together to strengthen teaching and learning across the state,” said Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn, who signed the MoU on behalf of the state government.

“Scale will support STEM learning by encouraging students to explore ideas and learn through practical activities that build critical thinking and problem-solving skills.”

He said the application will also help reduce learning gaps by giving students in both rural and urban areas access to the same resources and opportunities.

Sagah stressed the ministry will continue to monitor students’ performance through assessment tools such as the Ujian Penilaian Dual Language Programme (UP-DLP) Sarawak.

“These results help teachers understand where students are doing well and where more support is needed.

“By aligning UP-DLP findings with SCALE and other initiatives, we can provide a more targeted and effective learning experience for our students,” he said.

He stressed that students remain at the centre of all ministry initiatives, noting that STEM education nurtures curiosity, teamwork, and confidence—key skills that prepare students for further studies and future careers.

“We will continue to expand STEM pathways, with a target of 60 per cent participation by 2030, supported by initiatives such as SCALE and strengthened teacher development,” he added.

Speaking to the media after the signing ceremony, Sagah pointed out that the inaugural UP-DLP results indicate that most Sarawak pupils are still weak in Mathematics.

“Since our target is to have 60 per cent of Science students by 2030 under the Post Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, we will need help from not just the teachers, but also the private sector and all technology driven companies, who can help us to assist the students to improve their performance,” he said.

He added the introduction of SCALE will help capture students’ interest during lessons through interactive learning features.