Browsing Philosophiae Doctor - PhD (Education) by Title
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Signification of African cultural identity, individual African identity and performance in Mathematics among some standard nine African pupils in Mangaung high schools
(University of the Western Cape, 1998)This study investigates how two groups of African pupils, namely the low and high performers in standard 9 mathematics classes in some high schools in Mangaung, construct meaning of their African cultural, individual African ... -
Students' experiences, learning styles and understanding of certain calculus concepts: A case of distance learning at the Zimbabwe open University
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)This study attempts to understand how distance education practices influence the learning of calculus. Understanding student learning in a distance education environment is an important factor to consider in improving the ... -
A study of the leadership approaches of principals heading National Strategy Learner attainment (NSLA) schools in the Metro Central education District in the Western Cape Province
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)This thesis investigated the leadership approach associated with sustained improved academic performance of principals heading National Strategy for Learner Attainment (NSLA) schools. The research problem addressed the ... -
A study of the leadership approaches of principals heading National Strategy Learner Attainment (NSLA) schools in the metro central education district in the Western Cape province
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)This thesis investigated the leadership approach associated with sustained improved academic performance of principals heading National Strategy for Learner Attainment (NSLA) schools. The research problem addressed the ... -
Support provision to schools in a context of HIV/AIDS, poverty and gender inequality
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)The school environment presents a valuable opportunity for the identification, monitoring and support of children made vulnerable by HIV/AIDS and poverty. Many children are caring for parents suffering from AIDS-related ... -
The synthesis,characterization and reactivity of diene and functionalized alkyl complexes of iron
(University of the Western Cape, 2003)This thesis deals with the synthesis, characterisation and reactivity of a number of diene and functionalized alkyl complexes of iron. Iron alkenyl complexes of the type [(Cp)(C02)Fe{(CH2)nCH=CH2] (n = 2-4, 6), were used ... -
Teacher Development Mediation: A Cognition-based Reconsideration
(University of the Western Cape, 1997)The research was prompted by two main issues prevalent in South African education in the last decade. These were particularly the critical state of the schooling system, especially in the educationally disadvantaged schools ... -
Testing effectiveness of educational approaches in facilitating learning among cattle farmers in north central Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)This is a doctoral thesis in which the effectiveness of selected educational approaches in facilitating adult learning, using cattle farmers in the Onamhinda village was tested. In this study I tested three educational ... -
Towards a critical pedagogy: An action research investigation into democratic practices in a primary school classroom
(University of the Western Cape, 1991)This dissertation is a study of a primary school teacher researching her classroom practice within the broader specific aim of the project was to investigate how a primary school teacher could go about her work in more for ... -
Towards an Inclusive Democratic Educational Theory and Practice in South Africa: Mediating Individualism and Collectivism, Difference and Commonality
(University of the Western Cape, 1998)This thesis is concerned with the definition of an inclusive democratic educational theory and practice which mediates the assumed tension between individualism and collectivism, difference and equality, and liberty and ... -
Towards promoting efficiency and effectiveness in the primary schools of Namibia through effective leadership and management
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)Soon after independence in 1990 the Namibian Government embarked on the transformation of education which previously had a philosophy based on undemocratic principles with a purpose of making it respond to the new culture ... -
Towards the democratization of instructional leadership in South African schools: current trends and future possibilities.
(University of the Western Cape, 1995)The Department of Education of the South Mrican Government of National Unity has accepted democratic governance as one of the principles of its education and training programme. At school level, especially at historically ... -
Tracking learners’ performances in high-stakes Grade 10 mathematics examinations
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)One of the educational ideas used in mathematics education to improve mathematics achievement in schools is examination-driven teaching. Its effects have sparked intense debates in different didactic circles regarding ... -
Uncovering the social and institutional experiences of academic women in leadership positions at South African public universities
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Globally, women face a number of challenges as they pursue career paths to become academic leaders. This study aims to comprehend the rarity of black women vice-chancellors inside South African public universities by ... -
Understanding adult education: Case-studies of three University-based adult education certificate programmes.
(University of the Western Cape, 2000)By the mid 1980s the Nationalist Party had sought to salvage almost four decades of apartheid policies that were based on white supremacy. In this regard it engaged in dual strategies of repression and reform. The state's ... -
Understanding adult education: Case-studies of three university-based adult education certificate programs.
(University of the Western Cape, 2000)By the mid-1980s, the Nationalist Party had sought to salvage almost four decades of apartheid policies that were based on white supremacy. In this regard, it engaged in dual strategies of repression and reform. The ... -
Understanding the social and institutional factors related to the retention and progression of selected female academics in four higher education institutions in Zimbabwe
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)This study set out to investigate the social and institutional factors which impact on the retention and progression of female academics in four universities in Zimbabwe. Drawing on a qualitative research methodology the ... -
Urban social movements in metropolitan Cape Town South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 1989)This study set out to investigate the conditions under which urban issues triggered grassroots mobilization in Metropolitan Cape Town, South Africa between 1976 and 1986. It sought to understand the form taken by such ... -
Using ICTs as a pedagogical resource to facilitate epistemological access in science with teacher education students
(UWC, 2020)The study aimed to investigate the kind of knowledge privileged when student teachers use Information Communication Technologies in facilitating learning in science subjects. The assumptions were that future student teachers, ... -
Using the COMET diagnostic model to enhance occupational competence of electrical engineering students in TVET colleges.
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)It is common cause that rapid digitisation and automation of industries has resulted in new challenges for current and future labour markets in which automated systems are constantly raising the complexity of tasks and ...