UnisaIR Home
→
College of Education
→
Department of Psychology of Education
→
Theses and Dissertations (Psychology of Education)
→
Recent submissions

Theses and Dissertations (Psychology of Education): Recent submissions

Now showing items 81-100 of 343

An exploration of Life orientation educators’ knowledge and the teaching of study skills in further education and training phase high schools in Ekudibeng Cluster, Gauteng East

Gama, Revival Bongekile (2015-12)

This study aimed at exploring the Life Orientation (LO) teachers’ knowledge and teaching of study skills in high schools, Ekudibeng cluster, Gauteng East. The Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) is the most ...
The relationship between student academic achievement and student learning styles in a multicultural senior school

Bosman, Anne (2015-12)

Since 1994 South African classrooms have become more culturally diverse. In order to teach effectively in such an environment, teachers need to use strategies which meet the needs of all the students. One way of addressing ...
Language and cultural diversity, globalisation, inclusion and the resultant phenomenon of first time literacy acquisition in a second language

Snelgar, Elizabeth Claire Gien (2015-11)

Prevailing research presents evidence that links language proficiency to fundamental literacy acquisition. However, when language and literacy acquisition are simultaneous, as is the case with young (4-6 years) English ...
Exploring the learning experiences of grades 6-9 dyslexic school learners in a long term remedial school

Hoskins, Geraldine Ann (2015-11)

Dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities and learners affected by it are found in both mainstream and specialist schools. The aim of this study was to explore and describe the school experiences of learners ...
Child sexual abuse by teachers in secondary schools in the Masvingo District, Zimbabwe : perceptions of selected stakeholders

Magwa, Simuforosa (2015-09)

Child sexual abuse is a widespread problem in schools globally. Learners are at risk of sexual abuse by teachers. This study set out to explore the perceptions of learners, teachers and educational psychologists on child ...
The influence of irrational beliefs on the mathematics achievement of secondary school learners in Zimbabwe

Kufakunesu, Moses (2015-11)

This study explored the influence of irrational beliefs on adolescent secondary school learners’ Mathematics achievement in Zimbabwe. Learner, home and school factors which influence secondary school learners’ Mathematics ...
The role of cultural diversity on social wellness in a primary school in Gauteng

Nkomo, Annah Ndlovu (2015-04)

This study investigates the role of cultural diversity on social wellness in a diverse school setting. It explores the views of learners and teachers on issues pertaining to cultural diversity and social wellness in the ...
Addressing adolescent aggression by means of physical exercise : a case study

Mdluli, Ndabenhle Terry (2015-06)

Aggression in South African schools is a matter of great concern. A review of the existing literature indicated that physical exercises contribute to people’s well-being. This study thus investigated to what extent physical ...
The psycho-educational use of mental toughness in dealing with trauma

Van Niekerk, Anna Maria Susanna (2014-10)

The purpose of this study was to investigate whether a psycho-educational intervention program could support traumatised people to increase their mental toughness. Mental toughness is a well proven phenomenon in sports ...
A psycho-educational analysis of the cross-cultural adjustment experiences of expatriate spouses

Muller, Bernice (2015-07)

This study examines the expatriate spouses’ cross-cultural adjustment to the host country. The cross-cultural adjustment experience of the expatriate spouse differs vastly from that of the expatriate. Literature was consulted ...
Voorwiskundige vaardighede as grondslag vir die bemeestering van wiskunde : 'n opvoedkundige sielkunde perspektief

Fourie, Maria Elizabeth (2015-02)

Die doel van hierdie navorsing was om vas te stel of leerders in Graad R die nodige wiskundige vaardighede deur gestruktureerde spel bemeester het wat as grondslag vir verdere wiskunde-onderrig kan dien. In die literatuurstudie ...
Adolessente seuns se ervaring van die dood van ‘n ouer en ondersteuning binne die skoolopset, Wes-Kaap

Kock, Jennobia Ezendel (2015-02)

This study was undertaken to investigate and explore the experience of the death of a parent and the support for Coloured boys, in the middleadolescence phase, within the school context. Five boys were involved in the ...
A comparative analysis of upper and lower quartile academic achievers' study habits in secondary schools in Embu County, Kenya

Njue, Francis Manyatta (2015-02)

The main purpose of this study was to investigate the differential levels of study habits between upper and lower academic achievers in secondary school in Embu County, Kenya. The study explored the current literature ...
Determinants of academic performance of female students at a university in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe

Manwa, Lilian (2014-11)

The study sought to find out the determinants of academic performance of female students at a state university in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe. This study was prompted by the fact that it was established through research ...
A psycho-educational perspective of parental bereavement in African adolescents

Mabotja, Zolelwa Thobela (2015-02)

The study focuses on the emotional experiences of parental bereavement of African adolescents who live in a rural environment. Findings revealed that the loss of a parent is very devastating for African adolescents. The ...
Provision of guidance and counselling services in the schools in the Transkei sub-region of the Eastern Cape

Nzeleni, Lineo Primrose (2015-01)

The purpose of the study was to find out about provision of guidance and counselling in the schools in the Transkei sub-region of the Eastern Cape. Guidance and counselling services are crucial to the success of lifelong ...
Psigoterapeutiese vaardigheidsopleiding aan die kind met die oog op selfkonsepverbetering

Duif, Ronel (1999-09)

As sielkundige in privaat praktyk neem die navorser waar dat 'n negatiewe selfkonsep onderliggend is tot verskeie aanmeldingsprobleme, asook die kind se onvermoe om te aktualiseer, ten einde sy volle potensiaal te ...
Determining factors of schooling twins together or separately in the foundation phase

Malan, Christie (2014-11)

The schooling of twins can be daunting and challenging for twins, parents and educators. Separation or non-separation during the foundation phase cannot be left to chance. The process of deciding whether it is in both ...
The influence of pupil's perceptions on their academic achievement

Chetty, Praveena (1996-11)

The aim of this investigation is to determine the influence of pupils' perception on their academic achievement. The literature review indicated that sensation and perception are separate but unitary processes. It was ...
A critical analysis of multicultural education with special reference to the values issue in the South African context

Gretta, Khetsekile Nomawethu (2001-11)

The dissertation is concerned with the values issue in the South African context, a multicultural education situation. South Africa is a pluralistic society. Being pluralistic, means that the country is rich in different ...

Recently added

Theses and Dissertations (Psychology of Education): Recent submissions

Search UnisaIR

Browse

All of UnisaIR

This Collection

My Account