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08 June 2023, 17:00
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Let us dive into the world of language and discover how we can empower our students to become confident writers and communicators. Grammar, usage, and mechanics are the three pillars that support effective language skills, and they are vital for our student's success in English.
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15 May 2023, 15:05
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View our resources on parent-teacher collaboration
It has been proven that positive connections between parents and teachers can improve a child's academic career, social competencies and emotional well-being. Collaborating as partners, parents and teachers enhance communication, strengthens relationships and cultivates skills to effectively support students behaviours and learning.
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11 May 2023, 14:10
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African writers are increasingly recognising the significance of African literature. Writers and literary enthusiasts across the continent are highlighting the importance of writing and reading books in African languages as a means to preserve and restore Africa's identity. Literature serves as a powerful tool that encompasses Africa's diverse cultural, political, and economic heritage. There is a profound impact of African literature and its role in imparting knowledge, promoting critical thinking, preserving history, and empowering future generations. African literature plays a significant role in the following:
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21 April 2023, 12:55
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View our resources on Teaching vocation here
When students think about their future careers, they envision a steady job within one industry and successfully climbing the corporate ladder. The reality is that people change not just jobs but careers as well, and their interests evolve. Here are Five tips to give to your students when they are in the process of choosing a career:
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04 April 2023, 15:30
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View resources on career guidance
As educators, we constantly look for ways to prepare our students for the real world that exists around them. From teaching them how to read, write, and calculate. To the less tangible skills we teach such as working in a team, thinking critically, and being curious about the things they encounter on a daily basis.
We may not know exactly what lies ahead for our students in the future, but we have the advantage of knowing what skills they will need to give them a head start. Here are the five survival skills of the 21st century and how they can be purposefully applied in your classroom:
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
16 March 2023, 14:10
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The global and governmental levels for improving and promoting literacy will take efforts worldwide, there is a wide range of opportunities that can help improve literacy on a local level.
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07 March 2023, 11:35
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The big four to foundational phase literacy
Promoting literacy development with parents
The development of a child’s literacy skills is a vital part of their overall development. It’s the foundation for socialising with others, decision-making, developing independence and navigating their way through life. Before children can learn to read and write, they need to develop the building blocks for literacy ranging from listening to the ability to speak and understand amongst many other factors.
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23 February 2023, 15:10
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The management of misbehaving students can be one of the most challenging aspects of teaching. It only takes one student to disrupt the learning process for the rest of the classroom to create a snowball effect of insubordination.
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13 February 2023, 12:30
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Creating a positive classroom climate may seem challenging at first glance but there are three fundamental factors that can get you started. Below are the top three factors to creating a positive climate classroom that we believe you should have a look at.
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31 January 2023, 22:15
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Bad habits, and the factors behind them, are often one major obstacle between you and your goals. You may know what you want to achieve but struggle with procrastination or lack of time.
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