KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 12 — The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (Mosti) through the National Science Centre is organising the Special Science Day 2023 to encourage the participation of persons with disabilities (PwD) in exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Minister Chang Lih Kang said the annual event emphasises learning through sensory experiences (sight, touch, smell, taste, and hearing).

"This event also demonstrates Mosti’s support for the PwD Policy, which grants rights and opportunities to all segments of society, including the PwD, to receive lifelong education in the field of Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI),” he said after launching the Special Science Day 2023 at the centre today.

He said the Special Science Day this year themed ‘Eksplorasi Citra Alam’ drew the participation of over 1,000 children with disabilities.

The two-day programme included hands-on creative activities, science demonstrations, performances by children with disabilities, sensory games workshops and exploration of nature.

Also present was Mosti deputy secretary-general (planning and science enculturation) Ruziah Shafei and NSC director Mismah Jimbun.

Chang said Mosti is also studying suitable teaching methods to improve learning outcomes for the STI streams to attract PwD.

"They should be given equal opportunities with a different approach as they have different needs. So we need to make some adjustments,” he said.

Chang also invited experts in the field to provide their views on how STI teaching methods can be improved to cater to PwDs. — Bernama