Using real-world learning to enhance STEM education
As a young boy in a family of ten, I often accompanied my father to his work at Sigalagala National Polytechnic – a technical and…
Let’s hear it for reading aloud!
Earlier this year, we spoke to the world-renowned literacy expert and KEY LINKS author, Jill Eggleton, and CHASE co-founder, Lynne Beachy Head about the iconic…
A teacher retirement wave is about to hit South Africa: what it means for class size
Martin Gustafsson, Stellenbosch University Teacher supply and demand is a complex matter. The ultimate aim is to have a teacher in front of every class,…
Why every teacher needs a teaching community
In many ways, teaching can feel quite isolating. ‘It’s just me and my kids, taking on the monster of curriculum outcomes and hoping that we…
The 2021 Juta Survey of South African Students
The 2021 Juta Survey of South African Students, which surveyed hundreds of students at 25 public universities across the country, concluded on Friday, 25 June…
Teaching the socially digitised generation
‘You don’t understand … I was born with social media around. If I lose my phone, it’s like … well, I lose an arm.’ This…
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…
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.…