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Understanding support services provided to students throughout work-integrated learning placement process : case study of selected universities in South Africa

Fernandes, Fatima Araujo Pereira (2023-05-25)

Higher education institutions (HEIs) in South Africa are under pressure from the government, business, and communities to address the country's overall skills gap, while also expecting to ensure that their students are ...
COVID-19 and learners’ education in schools in different socio-economic conditions in Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal

Cele, Nombulelo (2023-10-12)

The unexpected occurrence of the COVID-19 pandemic changed people’s lives in many ways worldwide, especially during the lockdown periods. Livelihoods, socialisation, employment, and education have been negatively affected. ...
The effects of principals’ leadership style on teachers’ performance

Mkhonza, Mathews Sabelo (2023-01)

School results have been dropping in South Africa and principals are the ones managing school curriculum and assessments. Governement and parents invest a lot of money in education to make sure that they prepare the younger ...
The role of school management to ensure constructive discipline in secondary schools in the Lulekani Circuit, Limpopo Province

Ndhlovu, Percy (2023-08-27)

The aim of this study was to explore the role of school management in ensuring constructive discipline for effective teaching and learning. This study is based on Skinnerian Model, constructivist paradigm, phenomenological ...
Stakeholders’ perspectives on TVET colleges-industry partnerships for employability of graduates : an exploratory study of TVET colleges in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa

Ndlovu, Nhlanhla (2023-08-31)

The purpose of this study was to explore stakeholders’ perspectives on TVET college and industry partnerships for the employability of TVET college graduates. The study investigates the nature of current partnerships, the ...
Exploring instructional leadership practices of campus managers in influencing students’ academic achievements in TVET colleges in Gauteng and Mpumalanga, provinces of South Africa

Muthumuni, Veronica Mapaseka (2023-04)

The South African Constitution (RSA, 1996), Section 29, states that “everyone has a right to basic education, including adult basic education, and to further education, which the State, through reasonable measures, most ...
The role of the principal as an instructional leader in improving school performance

Mathobela, Lodrick Phuza (2023-11)

The dawn of democracy in South Africa saw the introduction of far-reaching changes in the South African Education system. Education provision became more regulated, participative and democratized. The South African ...
Leadership factors that affect the quality of education in higher learning institutions of Ethiopia

Mulugeta Mekonnen Abay (2023-11-09)

Higher learning institutions (HLIs) are intended to equip learners with advanced knowledge, skills and appropriate attitudes in various disciplines. To enhance their economies, advance the welfare of their citizens and ...
Exploring management practices of directors at early childhood education centres in Ghana

Anyidoho, Emmanuel Dodzi (2023-10-26)

The aim of this study was to explore the management practices of directors at ECCD centres in Ghana. The study aimed to explore the application of basic management principles by ECCD directors at their centres to understand ...
Examining the participation of parents in selected primary schools in the King Cetshwayo District, KwaZulu-Natal

Moodley, Sarah Kesandari (2023-07-07)

This study investigated the level of parental involvement in three primary schools in the King Cetshwayo District. This includes parental duties such as attending school events, assisting with homework, and providing a ...
Ensuring quality leadership and management in Ghana tertiary education

Owusu, Ivy Asantewa (2023-04-30)

This qualitative study explores "Ensuring Quality Leadership and Management in Ghana's Tertiary Education." The study was underpinned by transformational leadership theory. The researcher used in-depth semi-structured ...
School governing bodies’ experiences of managing school finances in primary schools, Limpopo Province

Hlungwani, Hasani Maurice (2023)

The research examined school governing bodies’ (SGBs) experiences in overseeing the budget at Malamulele Northeast Circuit Primary Schools in Limpopo Province. Prior to the birth of democracy in 1994, the educational system ...
A leadership model to facilitate the implementation of recognition of prior learning in higher education institutions

Israel, Shenall Vinesha (2023-05-16)

Academic leaders in higher education institutions are vital in leading change to ensure the successful implementation of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). However, change efforts postulated by RPL policies have failed ...
Improving learner and teacher performance through effective use of ICTS in Soweto secondary schools, Gauteng province

Kumbula, Joshua (2022-12-19)

In South Africa, the Department of Basic Education (DBE) has invested a lot in the provision of computers in schools to empower teachers in the use of technology for pedagogical purposes. It ensures that there is access ...
Exploring academic leadership of teaching and learning in selected teacher training colleges in Eswatini

Mhlongo, Ntombifuthi Prudence (2023-01-31)

This study explored and gained an in-depth understanding of academic leadership concerning teaching and learning in selected Eswatini Teacher Training Colleges (TTCs) from the perspectives of principals, vice principals, ...
The role of SMT’s in ensuring improved learner performance in the Johannesburg East District of Gauteng

Rikhotso, Sigcinweyinkosi (2023-03-13)

To redress the inequalities of the past, Chapter 2 of the Bill of Rights states that everyone has the right to basic education. Since this is a constitutional right, it is the responsibility of the schools to ensure that ...
Exploring experiences of school governing bodies in fulfilling their roles in primary schools

Mlambo, Simeon (2023-03-24)

The primary objective of this qualitative research investigation was to examine the experiences of School Governing Body (SGB) members in township areas, such as Soweto, located in South Africa. The purpose of this study ...
Exploration of school governing bodies’ legal mandates : the case of Mopani district in Limpopo province

Baloyi, David Gezani (2022-10-31)

Schools in Mopani District are governed by School Governing Bodies that are incapable of performing fiduciary responsibilities. They cannot interpret and implement school policies in their respective schools. Fiduciary ...
Managing an effective character-based education mentor system for Grade 8 boys in South African schools

Luman, Christopher John (2023-06-19)

This study explores the importance of implementing a character-based education mentor system for Grade 8 boys in South African schools. It is an established fact that teenagers generally face unique challenges during their ...
The challenges of principals in implementing quality education in secondary schools of Gedeo Zone, Ethiopia

Alemu Girma Eshete (2023-01)

The central aim of this study was to investigate the challenges of principals in implementing quality education in secondary schools of Gedeo Zone, Ethiopia. The specific objectives of the study were to: identify the ...

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