National policy · SPI KPM No. 2 of 2026

Malaysia has a national AI literacy policy for schools.
Here is what it actually says.

An interactive reading of the Ministry of Education's Panduan Literasi Kecerdasan Buatan (AI). Nothing has been added — every statement carries a page number back to the guide.

The policy's own mission statement

Transform students from passive technology consumers into active, ethical AI creators.p.2

29,254

teachers in the feasibility pilot

p.2

18

international frameworks reviewed

p.9

4

framework domains

p.9

6

key practices

p.27

5

core principles

p.37

3

implementation phases

p.67

Who it binds

  • BINDINGApplies to all education institutions under the Ministry of Education.p.8
  • ADVISORYPrivate institutions registered with the Ministry are encouraged — not compelled — to adopt it at their own institution level.p.8
  • BINDINGScope areas: AI Governance, Teaching and Learning, Lifelong Learning, and AI Ethics.p.8

What it sits under

  1. 1Global: UNESCO and OECD frameworksp.6
  2. 2National — science & technology: National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy (DSTIN) 2021–2030p.6
  3. 3National — AI: National AI Strategic Roadmap 2021–2025; the goal of becoming an AI Nation by 2030, driven by the National AI Office (NAIO)p.6
  4. 4Education: Malaysia Education Plan (RPM) 2026–2035p.6
  5. 5Digital education: Digital Education Policy (DPD) — the main pillarp.6
Section 1.3

Four objectives p.7

(i) Understand AI concepts

Build foundational understanding of AI and how it works, exploring applications appropriate to cognitive capability level.

(ii) Practise ethical AI use

Comprehensive guidance on responsible use — data privacy protection, equitable access, student welfare.

(iii) Develop critical and creative thinking

The ability to evaluate AI-generated information, innovate and solve problems with AI.

(iv) Integrate AI effectively into teaching and learning

Use AI, smart applications and adaptive digital materials to support inclusive learning for all students.

Section 1.2

Three rationales p.6

(i) Standardise understanding and practice

A standard reference so AI use is consistent across curriculum, pedagogy and assessment in all Ministry institutions.

(ii) Practise ethical use

Guide educators and students to use AI productively while obeying ethics and data-security principles.

(iii) Strengthen collective responsibility

AI literacy is a shared responsibility spanning formal school settings and informal settings at home and in the community.

The reading path

Ten steps, in three parts

The whole document, in the order it makes sense to read it. You can jump in anywhere — the contents button in the header always shows where you are.

The policy in one screen

4 Domains · p.9

  • AI Governance
  • Teaching and Learning
  • Lifelong Learning
  • AI Ethics

6 Practices · p.27

  • Understanding AI
  • Evaluating Critically
  • Using AI Tools
  • Managing the AI Workflow
  • Creating with AI
  • Innovating for Problem Solving

5 Principles · p.37

  • Inclusivity and Equity
  • Accountability and Transparency
  • Data Security and Privacy
  • Responsible Innovation
  • AI Does Not Replace the Human Role

5 Parties · p.57  ·  3 Phases · p.67

  • School and Institution Leaders
  • Parents, Guardians and the Community
  • Education Officers
  • Strategic Partners and Expert Agencies
  • National Coordinating Agency
  • Phase 1: Years 1–2
  • Phase 2: Years 3–4
  • Phase 3: Year 5 onwards