ARIF BUDIMAN
MALAY LANGUAGE TEACHERS’ AWARD 2015
The Arif Budiman Malay Language Teacher Award (AGAB) 2015 is jointly organised by the
Malay Language Council, Singapore (MBMS), Malay Language Teachers Association
(PGBM) and Berita Harian (BH), is funded by the Malay Language Learning and Promotion
Committee (MLLPC). The award recognises the contributions of Malay Language teachers
in the teaching and learning of the Malay Language.
The Award
Four winners will be selected to receive the Award. Each award is made up of $1,500 in
cash, a trophy, a certificate of achievement and a fully-sponsored overseas professional
development programme specially organised by the Malay Language Centre of Singapore
(MLCS).
Nominations
The Award is open to all Malay Language teachers teaching in local mainstream schools.
Nomination is based on the teaching performance of and work done by the nominees in
2013 and 2014. Nominees will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
a. Their ability to raise the knowledge, skills and interest in the learning of the Malay
Language, literature and culture;
b. Their dedication and commitment to the pursuit of excellence in the teaching and
learning of the Malay Language in the classroom and beyond;
c. Their care and concern for the well-being and needs of their students; and
d. The display of the values of ‘Arif’ and ‘Budiman’1 through excellent service as a
teacher.
Nomination can be downloaded from the following websites:
mbms.sg
beritaharian.sg
nie.edu.sg
mllpc.sg
Completed forms can be submitted in a sealed envelope to any local mainstream schools or
to the following address:
Secretariat AGAB 2015
Malay Language Council, Singapore
c/o National Heritage Board
61 Stamford Road
#03-08
Stamford Court
Singapore 178892
The closing date for nomination is 10 July 2015.
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Arif Budiman – the learned person who contributes to society. One who has the characteristics of Arif Budiman has cognitive, moral,
emotional and social strength. Amongst the attributes of Arif Budiman includes knowledgeable (Arif) about language, culture, values and
literature and portray positive attitude and is always ready to contribute.
ARIF BUDIMAN
MALAY LANGUAGE TEACHERS’ AWARD 2015
NOMINEE
Full Name: ________________________________________________________________
□ Dr
□ Mr
□ Mrs
□ Miss
□ Mdm
Name of School: ___________________________________________________________
□ Primary
□ Secondary
□ JC/CI
NOMINATED BY
Full Name: _______________________________________________________________
□ Dr
□ Mr
□ Mrs
□ Miss □ Mdm
Occupation: ______________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________________
Email Address: ____________________________________________________________
Telephone: ________________ (HP) __________________ (H) _________________ (O)
RELATIONSHIP TO NOMINEE
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Supervisor
□ Colleague □ Student
□ Parent
□ Ex-Student
Student (If this is a class nomination, please indicate Class _________________ & Year of
reference ____________________________)
Others (please specify _____________________________________________)
REASON FOR NOMINATION
Please tell us in about 100 words what you treasure most about the teacher. It will be helpful if you
can provide concrete examples, specific evidence or detailed descriptions of what the nominee has
done to deserve the award. Attach an extra sheet to this form if necessary (for mailed nomination
forms).
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Signature _____________________________ Date _______________________