An English-Malay Dictionary Vol I & II (1918)
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With his knowledge of the Malay language and customs, in 1916 Winstedt was appointed assistant director of education for Malay schools in the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States.Following fact-finding trips to Java and the Philippines, Winstedt recommended a greater focus on handicraft and horticulture in the education system, so as to better equip Malays for kampong (village) life.
He also played a key role in the establishment of the Sultan Idris Training College in Tanjong Malim, Perak, to address the shortage of Malay teachers.7 In addition, the Translation Bureau was established under his direction. The bureau played an important part in the preparation of textbooks for the Malay vernacular schools.
Publisher: Kelly & Walsh, Limited
Year: 1918
He also played a key role in the establishment of the Sultan Idris Training College in Tanjong Malim, Perak, to address the shortage of Malay teachers.7 In addition, the Translation Bureau was established under his direction. The bureau played an important part in the preparation of textbooks for the Malay vernacular schools.
Publisher: Kelly & Walsh, Limited
Year: 1918