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South African matrics are passing at a higher rate. But this good news does not translate for the level of maths and science teaching and learning.
A principled principal has enjoyed tremendous success by instilling self-confidence in his pupils.
Schools keep pass rates up by limiting subject choices – sacrificing our poorest pupils’ futures, says Martin Prew.
Alternative models of primary schooling could provide localised knowledge that is truly relevant.
The continent needs greater political commitment to rescue its rural and peri-urban schools, writes Martin Prew.
The question is not how to improve the disastrous system but rather how it can be reconfigured.
Firing the education minister will not rectify flawed procurement and intervention powers.
Why is the schooling system in Zimbabwe still outscoring the South African one?
Identifying three trends evident in 2010 should help legitimise the pass rate for those who remain sceptical, writes <B>Martin Prew</b>.
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga recently released the "Schooling 2025" blueprint. Have you read it? Did you comment on it?
Normally opinionated and confident education professionals still struggle to explain why the majority of South Africa’s schools are so bad.
