The Royal Government of Cambodia (RGC) launched the Industrial Development Policy (IDP) 2015–2025 as a strategic pathway to transition Cambodia from a low-middle-income country to an upper-middle-income country by 2030, and a high-income country by 2050. This vision represents a critical shift from an agriculture-based to an industry-based economy. To achieve this transformation, strengthening Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education is identified as a key priority in the National Strategic Development Plan (NSDP) 2019–2023.
The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS) has made significant efforts to reform the education system, with a strong focus on enhancing the quality of education and promoting STEM. These reforms aim to develop a skilled workforce that aligns with the national vision for economic advancement and integration into the ASEAN community.
As part of this commitment:
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MoEYS developed and implemented the Policy on STEM Education in 2021, promoting STEM across general and higher education levels to meet labor market demands.
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In 2016, MoEYS introduced the New Generation School (NGS) Policy, which outlines seven objectives. Notably, the sixth objective focuses on improving teaching standards through:
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Competitive teacher recruitment
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Performance-based incentives
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Training in educational technology and STEM
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Strengthening problem-solving skills
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Clear career pathways linked to professional development
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