KIJANG ECONOKIDS COMPETITION

The Kijang Econokids Competition serves as a significant platform for primary school students in Malaysia within the age group of 10 to 12 years old to showcase and enhance their knowledge in basic financial literacy, mathematics, basic economics and basic business management. By providing a national stage for competition, Kijang Econokids aims to challenge students and foster a deeper understanding of these crucial areas and encourages students to develop practical skills and insights into economic concepts, mathematics, financial literacy, and the business landscape.

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Introduction

The Kijang Econokids Competition stands as an impactful online national competition designed for primary school students aged from 10 to 12 years old. Its primary goal is to challenge participants in areas such as basic economics, mathematics, basic financial literacy, and basic business management.

Kijang Econokids goes beyond traditional assessment methods by aiming to ignite a competitive spirit among students. By offering a platform that allows participants to refine and enhance their basic economic and basic financial literacy, the competition becomes a catalyst for individual growth and development in these crucial areas.

A notable feature of Kijang Econokids is its unique approach to questioning, connecting economics and financial concepts to both local and global economies throughout history. This innovative approach not only tests participants’ knowledge but also encourages them to think critically about the real-world implications of economic principles.

The competition format, consisting of multiple-choice questions and tests, requires participants to apply their understanding of basic economics and mathematics concepts to address challenges related to financial literacy and business management. 

The competition will take place on 26th June 2024.

Who should participate?

The Kijang Econokids Competition is tailored for primary school students, encompassing individuals within the age group of 10 to 12 years old. This inclusive age range ensures that students in the later years of primary education can actively participate, engage, and benefit from the competition.

PRIMARY SCHOOL
Public School :
Standard 4, 5 & 6
International School :
Year 4, 5 & 6

Why Should Students Participate?

Objectives

To tap the potential of young minds in this field.

To expose students on the importance of financial literacy in daily life.

To allow young students to apply their knowledge in basic financial mathematics and basic economics skills that they have learned in their life.

To prepare the students with Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) to meet the future challenges in global economics.

To stimulate the significant use of financial and economics skills in the area of human endeavour especially as a way to solve national problems.

Advantages

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Questions in Kijang Econokids are designed and reviewed by education professionals to align with educational standards, promote learning objectives, and provide a fair and challenging experience for participants

Kijang caters to all primary school students within the age group of 10 to 12 years old.

Questions in Kijang Econokids are drawn from real-life situations and contemporary issues for students to enhance the practical application of economic concepts and at once stimulate their problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

Kijang's syllabus incorporates the Malaysian school syllabus to ensure that the competition is directly relevant to what students are learning in their classrooms.

Competition Format

Language

All questions will be prepared in English and Bahasa Melayu only.

Documents and Videos

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PAJSK

Information
Pack 2024

Invitation
Letter 2024

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TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Competition Procedure

Registration:

• Registration for the competition is done by teacher-in-charge at www.contesthub.my/register.
• The registration requires school, teacher, and student details.
• Payment for the competition is made during the registration process.

Confirmation and Information:

• Once registered, participants will receive the competition manual, username, and password on Contesthub a few days before the competition day.

Competition Day:

• Schools conduct the competition at their own venues during the competition period.
• The teacher-in-charge oversees the competition, ensuring that it adheres to standard examination or competition regulations.

Result Announcement:

• Approximately 3 months after the competition, the results are announced.
• This time frame allows for the careful evaluation and validation of participants' performance.

Certificates and Medals:

• E-certificates are provided to participants through Contesthub.
• Hardcopies of certificates and medals for winners are couriered to the respective schools.

EVENTS

Registration Fee

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