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Education plays a crucial role in shaping the future of any nation. For African educators, the responsibility is even more significant, as we strive to provide quality education despite various challenges. It is important to use diverse teaching strategies in our teaching. Let us explore the importance of using different teaching strategies and how they can empower us to unlock the full potential of our students.

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It is essential to have a clear understanding of the nuances within language instruction. In the English language space, three key components often come up namely grammar, usage, and mechanics. While these terms are sometimes used concurrently, they actually represent distinct aspects of language. Let us look into the differences between grammar, usage, and mechanics, and highlight their significance.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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