KUALA LUMPUR: Amidst the challenges of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, both teachers and students often find themselves battling fatigue and drowsiness.
Recognising this, one dedicated teacher, known as Cikgu Zul, took a creative initiative to uplift the spirits of his students. The heartwarming gesture has since captured the attention of thousands online.
A video, lasting 2 minutes and 2 seconds, surfaced showcasing the teacher leading a lively rendition of the late Sudirman Arshad's iconic song "Balik Kampung", with his students enthusiastically joining in song and dance.
The joyous display not only entertained the students but also created a vibrant atmosphere within the classroom.
Choosing "Balik Kampung," a song that evokes feelings of nostalgia and joyous reunions, proved to be a fitting choice too, with Hari Raya just around the corner.
At Press time, the video amassed more than 500,000 views.
Comments flooded in, with many praising the teacher's approach to education.
One of them, Suzana Zainun, was quick to identify Cikgu Zul, saying that he used to teach her in school.
"Yes, true, he's been like this since my school days... happening,"
Another TikTok user, Md Nor, said the teacher has retired and joined a Tabligh group doing missionary work overseas.
Another user Rest and Rent said: "Having a teacher like this is truly a delight. When students feel happy and comfortable in class, it makes learning much easier and fun."
Nurulaqil agreed and said: "Absolutely! This can definitely chase away any signs of drowsiness. It's like therapy!"