Government discusses transformation of educational system in Moldova

Chisinau, 16 October /MOLDPRES/ – The educational system will be reorganised according to the needs of labour market, but also by development guidelines of Moldova. The concept of transformation of education was presented today by experts of the Centre for Implementation of Reforms (CIR), during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Pavel Filip, the government's communication and protocol department has reported.

The Prime Minister has reiterated that education is a priority of the Executive, noting that the efforts will be focused on changing the curriculum, teacher training and modernising the educational infrastructure. "It is time to think about the future, what we need to rely on, and why we need skills and abilities. We also need to see who works in schools and universities and what we need to do to get these staff ready. So that these ones remain educational institutions with competent teachers which will be able to prepare professional students," said Pavel Filip.

The experts provided recommendations on areas ranging from pre-school to university education. The specialists have come up with proposals, including: reducing age in kindergartens, creating online learning platforms and useful info for parents, and developing a new formula for funding education institutions based upon needs and performance.

In order to finalise the concept of transformation of education, experts and officials within the ministry will ensure the integration of all proposals aimed at modernising the educational system. "We are slowly approaching a new vision for education. I wish that until the end of the mandate we shall have developed this concept which can be implemented", rounded up PM.