Culturally responsive pedagogy
As part of the Rainbow Nation, we often get to experience a variety of cultures, races and religious beliefs in one classroom. Being mindful of…
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Is South African education ready to excel at Coding and Robotics?
In February, the Department of Basic Education confirmed that it would officially get going with the introduction of Coding and Robotics in South African schools.…
Teach your students how to study
On average, 50% of students say they don’t know how to study effectively. Exams are around the corner and, if you haven’t already started, you…
The story of an African children’s book that explains the science of skin colour
Nina G. Jablonski, Penn State Skin We Are In is a landmark South African book for children (and grown-ups) on the subject of skin colour.…
Service spotlight: How Mindbourne Mathematics brings educational resources into the 21st century
The use of technology and online learning is fast becoming the new paradigm in education. Using online resources, learners are able to take more responsibility for…
Helping children to manage anxiety
In this challenging, ever-changing world, symptoms of anxiety inevitably show up in both adults and children in a multitude of ways. The fact that we…
Intervention ideas for the third term
We’re halfway through the year and our learners have just completed one of the toughest assessment periods of the year. Following these assessments and examinations, we…
With BIC’s “Colour Your Classroom” campaign, teachers can win stationery for a year
As a leading stationery brand in South Africa, BIC® is determined to serve a very important community: teachers, and it is this determination that has…
Parent perspectives on the pandemic
In 2020, as schools closed across the globe, parents worldwide grappled with a number of challenges. Earlier this year, we spoke to parents from South…
Practical ways to support parents during home learning
Pamela Diesel While schools have been closed during lockdown, many parents and guardians have found the experience of trying to ‘teach’ their own children overwhelming.…