Penang's Digital Library Programme
In a momentous stride towards educational advancement, a total of 88 schools in Penang are poised to embrace the transformative benefits of the Penang 5G School Digital Library Programme, which was unveiled with great anticipation by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
This groundbreaking initiative stands as a testament to the collective efforts of Penang 88 Captains, YTL Communications Sdn Bhd, SNS Network Technology Bhd, Intel Malaysia, Penang Science Cluster, and OCBC Bank Malaysia, joining forces to propel education into the realm of boundless possibilities.
Emphasizing the paramount importance of 5G mobile internet connectivity, Chow elucidated how this crucial infrastructure not only enhances our daily lives but also positions Penang as an even more enticing investment destination, propelling its swift journey towards a thriving digital economy.
Furthermore, the advent of 5G connectivity paves the way for the successful implementation of numerous pivotal initiatives, firmly anchoring the state’s visionary Penang2030 mission of becoming “A Family-Focused Green and Smart State that Inspires the Nation.”
By infusing 5G technology into our schools, we equip students with the indispensable skills and knowledge required to thrive in the digital era. This transformative program promises to revolutionize e-learning for an impressive cohort of approximately 100,000 students hailing from diverse school backgrounds, encompassing SMK, SK, SRJK, and religious schools alike.
From the realms of coding to the frontiers of robotics, the power of 5G shall embolden our young minds, empowering them to morph into the architects of tomorrow, the visionaries who create, invent, and expertly solve the challenges that lie ahead. Such was the resounding message conveyed by Chow in his impassioned speech, setting the stage for the program’s launch at the prestigious Penang Science Cluster in the heart of George Town.
The esteemed Chairman of Penang 88 Captains, the venerable YB Dato’ Seri Dr. Ooi Eng Hock, eloquently expressed the profound significance of collaborative endeavors, emphasizing their seamless progression from previous partnerships with local universities that secured essential funding for deserving students in the state. Undeniably, the current 5G programme stands as a magnificent synthesis of collective efforts, uniting various esteemed entities to propel education in Penang to the vanguard of the transformative Industry 4.0 era.
In an inspiring collaboration, SNS steps forward to graciously sponsor 264 units of the esteemed JOI Classmate 10, an esteemed investment totaling an impressive RM342,936. These remarkable devices shall be allocated to 88 carefully chosen schools in Penang, serving as the vanguard for a pioneering pilot project. This visionary endeavor seeks to empower students with enhanced accessibility to their school’s Digital Library, transcending limitations of time and place through the provision of seamless, high-speed 5G broadband connectivity.
With unwavering dedication, each of these fortunate schools shall receive a treasure trove of educational resources. A Content Access Server, capable of housing a myriad of captivating e-books, shall grace their digital libraries, while a cutting-edge 5G broadband modem shall unlock the gates to uninterrupted connectivity. To complement these transformative tools, SNS generously bestows three units of laptops, serving as gateways to boundless knowledge and fostering an immersive learning experience.
With SNS’s visionary sponsorship and unyielding dedication, these select schools in Penang shall embark upon a transformative educational voyage. The JOI devices shall serve as catalysts, igniting a passion for learning and propelling students towards unprecedented heights of academic excellence. Through the harmonious integration of cutting-edge technology and boundless educational possibilities, this collaboration promises to revolutionize the educational landscape, shaping a brighter future for generations to come.
