The Soul of a Teacher (Jiwa Pendidik)
Global Affairs and Human Development
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21m
How does a veteran teacher help prepare the first batch of pandemic online-learning students to sit for the SPM exams (Malaysian Certificate of Education) in the under resourced Perimbun Secondary School? Teacher Rusmiyana and other veteran teachers find strength to learn and teach virtually, and passionately overcome obstacles. This a film about hope and determination in an aging institution sidelined within Malaysian society.
Supported by One World Media
Director: Rahmah Pauzi
2022 | 22 min
Malaysia
Language: Malay and English
Subtitles: English
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