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Education Matters in South Africa
by Education MattersEducation Matters is a podcast that recognises the importance and significance of education in South Africa. Education Matters exist in a multifaceted ecosystem that deserves open dialogue and discussion for information-sharing, understanding and involvement.
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Episodes
EGRS: Reading Outside the Classroom
33m · PublishedHost: Lesang Sebaeng (DBE)
Guests: Kolosa Nonkenge (DBE) and Sibongile Khumalo (Learning Trust)
Through the Early Grade Reading Study, the Department of Basic Education, implemented strategies to improve reading outcomes. The strategies implemented included three treatment arms also known as three interventions.
However, the Early Grade Reading Research Study indicated that parent involvement is complex, and it requires collaborative effort from communities, civil society, and corporate partners.
The Department recently published its second report on early grade reading available on the episode notes available here: https://www.education.gov.za/Portals/0/Documents/Reports/EGRS/EGRS%20Indaba%202022/EGRS%20Technical%20Report_.pdf
Youtube, EGRS Indaba: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6zGJ60Ijuw
This episode is proudly brought to you by the Department of Basic Education in South Africa.
#EGRS
EGRS: Research on Reading Capabilities in South African Schools
44m · PublishedHost: Mary Metcalfe (National Planning Commissioner in the Presidency)
Guests: Nompumelelo Mohohlwane, Stephen Taylor, and Carol Nuga Deliwe (all DBE)
The Department of Basic Education with its partners has been conducting research to better understand and improve reading outcomes in South Africa. This 10-year study is called the Early Grade Reading Study (EGRS). The Department recently published its second report on early grade reading available on the episode notes available here:
https://www.education.gov.za/Portals/0/Documents/Reports/EGRS/EGRS%20Indaba%202022/EGRS%20Technical%20Report_.pdf
Youtube, EGRS Indaba: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6zGJ60Ijuw
Our host and guests unpack how much it really costs to build a reading nation and how government can make use of research to make informed decisions to influence policy.
This episode is proudly brought to you by the Department of Basic Education in South Africa.
E204 Gender stereotypes & educational outcomes
52m · PublishedGuests: Likho Bottoman and Hanne Huysmans
Introductory audio from VVOB: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gspYn9fUrY&t=10s
Gender stereotypes and experiences have an influence on educational outcomes. Gender conformity is affirmed when it is aligned to prominent gender experiences, whilst those who identify differently are made to feel like outcasts. There is a need for more inclusion and affirmation of different gender identities and experiences.
Likho Bottoman's journal article: https://journals.co.za/doi/abs/10.10520/ejc-jeds_v2021_nsi1_a9
Recommended book: https://www.takealot.com/the-pink-line/PLID32874721?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhqaVBhCxARIsAHK1tiPPqzQbDPqFGZcT4b-0B1RccLJ5KiHpFHgyr8qDf1gTNFNbNAplyHoaAr1MEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
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38m · PublishedGuests: Yandiswa Xhakaza and Unathi Magubeni
Conversation is inspired by Unathi Magubeni an author whose bestselling debut novel, Nwelezelanga, The Star Child (BlackBird Books) was published in 2016 and was long listed for the 2016 Etisalat Prize for Literature and the 2017 Sunday Times Fiction Prize. The reading challenge in South Africa has been met with many initiatives, many are driven through CSI initiatives, however this episode puts a spotlight on community members doing it for themselves.
Unathi Magubeni @ 01:13 and Yandiswa Xhakaza @ 07:58
Commercial audio from the #ZeroDropOut Campaign (https://zerodropout.co.za/)
Novulakuvaliwe Library audio produced by Isiphili Network Production
To support Unathi Magubeni and his team to build a library and learning centre, https://www.backabuddy.co.za/champion/project/community-library
#YandiswaXhakaza
#UnathiMagubeni
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/education-matters9/messageE203 Psychosocial Support in Learning Institutions
42m · PublishedGuests: Rahima Essop and Thobeka Msengana
Conversation is inspired by Malaika Mahlatsi’s book, Corridors of Death. The book consists of essays that explore the lived experiences of black students in higher education institutions. It sheds light on the depression and suicide experienced by students. The book advocates for urgent structural and institutional interventions to address mental health challenges.
Audio from the #ZeroDropOutCampaign or visit their website https://zerodropout.co.za/
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44m · PublishedGuests: Dr Sindiwe Magona, Rahima Essop and Yandiswa Xhakaza
Based on the backdrop of Dr Magona’s latest book, this episode reflects on the role communities play in ‘building’ schools and how community members become part of the school ecosystem. The Department of Basic Education through legislation is required to establish School Governing Bodies (SGBs). In essence, the SGB is a statutory body of parents, educators, non-teaching staff and learners (from Grade 8 or higher) who seek to work together to promote the well-being and effectiveness of the school community and thereby enhance learning and teaching. However, the ZeroDropOut campaign through its Yethu Network is strengthening relationships with communities.
Audio from the #ZeroDropOut campaign. https://zerodropout.co.za/
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5m · PublishedSeason 2 Trailer
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44m · PublishedGuest: Ms Marie-Louise Samuels
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27m · PublishedGuest: Melody Marescia
A quality teacher can provide a learning environment in which a child can develop optimally and in a holistic manner. There have been various opportunities made available through which ECD training programmes have been introduced. ECD qualifications have been offered primarily in TVET Colleges and non-profit organisations, with the support of ETDP-SETA
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/education-matters9/messageE106: ECD Landscape & Innovation
48m · PublishedGuest: Grace Matlhape
The high unemployment rate in South Africa is a reflection of idle assets - young people with ambition and potential. There are barriers that limit access to even training young people (#feesmustfall), however SmartStart is a social enterprise that recognises this challenge as an opportunity to address the needs in the early learning. SmartStart enjoys partnerships that unlock opportunities for children and parents who work in the sector. In addition, Grace and Rebecca Hickman wrote an article about gender disparities affecting women - in a country where 38%-45% of households are headed by women. The gender disparities affect women even at an entry level, meaning women are often excluded from entering the labour market due to challenges in accessing childcare.
Article can be accessed here: https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2020-08-27-equality-for-women-in-the-labour-market-relies-on-access-to-childcare/
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/education-matters9/messageEducation Matters in South Africa has 17 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 10:19:58. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 22nd 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on April 7th, 2024 16:27.