Multiculturalism in Malaysia and Singapore: Contesting models

Noor, Noraini M.; Leong, Chan‐Hoong

doi:10.1016/j.ijintrel.2013.09.009

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“…This accords with previous studies describing such a top-down approach as typical of the Malaysian Government in its quest to maintain political power (See, Embong, 2014;John, 2015;Taylor, 2000). Such an approach might be practical for widely disseminated information about Government's planning, programmes, and policies (Hashim & Mahpuz, 2011;Khattab, 2006;Noor & Leong, 2013). However, while it may ably transmit information, it also imposes on audiences the agendas of politicians, authorities, or media practitioners (Hashim & Mahpuz, 2011;John, 2015;Mohamed Salleh, 2013).…”

Section: The Malaysian Contextsupporting

confidence: 84%

“…It is also argued that the arbitration of multiculturalism continues because of its taken-for-granted way of distinguishing between difference and marginality, and cultural identity and cultural difference (Keddie, 2012). The idea of 'unity in diversity' or 'unity through diversity' continues to putatively represent unity, cultural differences and a country's uniqueness of having people of different cultures, languages, and traditions (Haag, 2010;Jonsson, 2010;Noor & Leong, 2013). However, what remains unclear is how the discourse of 'national unity' is constructed and how such resultant interpretation occurs by using certain frames over others.…”

Section: Multiculturalismmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Based on a review of the literature, multiculturalism Malaysia is viewed as a model among the most successful Asian countries in managing post-colonial ethnic relations with its emphasis on economic development and harmonious ethnic relationships (Buttny et al, 2013). However, multiculturalism in Malaysia is a site of contestation and negotiations (Joseph, 2008;Noor & Leong, 2013). As discussed in Section 2.2 of this chapter, multiculturalism emerged primarily to maintain Malaysia's post-colonial 'status quo' and elite political power (Abd Muis et al, 2012;Joseph, 2008;Noor & Leong, 2013).…”

Section: Multiculturalismmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Framing in strategic communications: The construction of ‘National Unity’ through Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in Malaysia

Tajuddin¹,

Amalina²

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This thesis investigates the construction of 'national unity' within the culturally diverse society of Malaysia. Specifically, it aims not only to understand how 'national unity' is constructed by the ruling elites but also how these dominant frames are contested and negotiated by people of different ethnic groups. Indeed, the issue of 'national unity' in Malaysia is controversial and complex. The country faces ongoing challenges, many related to the divisive legacies of the British colonial system; its recent history has been marked by struggles around questions of ethnicity, nationalism, elite power, and the status accorded to ethnic Malays -the Bumiputera, or 'People of the Soil' -post-independence. On the other hand, the country is well-known for its cultural heterogeneity and Drawing on framing as the theoretical and methodological framework for this research, the objectives of this study are firstly, to examine how 'national unity' is constructed through these PSAs, and secondly, to explore the intended audiences' perceptions of those PSAs and the frames underpinning these perceptions. To achieve these outcomes, the research develops a framing analysis of a 102-item sample of PSAs in the form of print, broadcast, and online media promoting 'national unity' and social cohesion, published by the Malaysian government between 2009 and 2014. The results of a series of six focus groups representing the three major ethnic groups in Malaysia -Malays, Chinese, and Indian -are also analysed, using a framing approach. The findings suggest that multiple, often conflicting frames are involved in making sense of 'national unity'; contested narratives of nationhood and ethnic identity are identified as central themes in the analysis. In specific, the Government's construction of 'national unity' discovered two dominate: nationalism frame and multiculturalism frames, while audience's construction of 'national contested ii these frames at times and added a different, oppositional frame: political frame. These findings reinforce the importance of understanding processes of strategic communication in complex, multicultural contexts, involving multiple actors with competing ways of framing the issue. Indeed, the possibility of genuine social cohesion relies on understanding and addressing this very complexity.iii

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Section: The Malaysian Contextsupporting

confidence: 84%

Section: Multiculturalismmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Multiculturalismmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Framing in strategic communications: The construction of ‘National Unity’ through Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in Malaysia

Tajuddin¹,

Amalina²

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“…Even though Malaysia is an Islamic country, it is still home to Chinese, Indians, and foreigners who are free to practice their own beliefs and traditions (Noor & Leong, 2013 Although differences might be perceived as chaotic in nature, it is through the initiative of the school leaders to highlight the importance of school culture through the mission, core values, and celebrations that sets a common tone. The idea of commonness promoted through a positive school culture dissolves the differences in this environment, which then leads to the idea of collaboration (Lumby & Coleman, 2007).…”

Section: They Don't Really See the Point Of This Boy Or Girl Coming Fmentioning

confidence: 99%

Instructional Leadership Practices in International Schools in Malaysia: A Case Study

Velarde

2017

IOJEL

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“…The value of inclusive education is sociologically urgent, as shown from several studies, for instance, Arifin & Barizi (2001) shows that the tradition of deviation is the concept of inclusive education in Islam, and became an important tradition to develop inclusive Islamic education in schools. Hefner, 2001;Kymlicka & He, 2005;Noor & Leong, 2013 shows that Malaysia is citizenship multi ethnic and multi religious setting. Partly the impetus is derived from growing general concerns in Malaysia that a new and more stable and enduring settlement of these issues associated with the country"s notorious horizontal decision must be found if Malaysia is to avoid a disastrous plunge into communal conflicts or tyranny.…”

Section: Al-ta'lim Journal 24 (3) 2017 (229-242)mentioning

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The Concept of Human Unity and Islamic Inclusive Education: A Study of KH. Imam Zarkasyi’s Thought in Social Change

Dakir

Qodir²,

El-Rumi

2017

Al-Ta'lim J.

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This study aims to identify and to analyze KH. ImamZarkasyi"s paradigm model of thinking in increasing the value of inclusive Islamic education based on human unity value through historical-philosophical approach. The result is that the paradigm model of Tawhid Worldview constitutes rationality value to liberate science bigotry among tribes, ethnic, cultural or religious understanding. Rationality value to build scientific epistemology in Islamic education inclusive curriculum content can be implemented through the integration of social sciences culture of sources of Islamic teachings, the philosophy of Pancasila and socio-cultural diversity of learners locally, nationally and internationally. On the other hand, rationality value will change the learning approach and method, and civilizing values of inclusive education through religious communal environment. The paradigm model can balance value function and mental changes and inclusive personality of local, national and international Muslim generation.

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Multiculturalism in Malaysia and Singapore: Contesting models

Cited by 96 publications

References 19 publications

Framing in strategic communications: The construction of ‘National Unity’ through Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in Malaysia

Framing in strategic communications: The construction of ‘National Unity’ through Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in Malaysia

Instructional Leadership Practices in International Schools in Malaysia: A Case Study

The Concept of Human Unity and Islamic Inclusive Education: A Study of KH. Imam Zarkasyi’s Thought in Social Change

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