Philosophiae Doctor - PhD (Education): Recent submissions
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First-Year Students’ Experiences of Peer Groups and Peer Pressure in the Residences of a South African University
(UWC, 2020)In general, peers have a tendency to influence others positively and negatively. In the main, transition from school to higher education causes some students to experience stress; to respond negatively to new conditions; ... -
Investigating the use of computer tablets in the teaching of mathematics in a grade 9 classroom
(UWC, 2020)The use of technology in mathematics education has many potentially positive outcomes. There is, however, little evidence to show where the use of technology has made a significant impact on mathematics education in South ... -
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 ... -
An exploration of micro-teaching skills with digital technology (cell phone) in B.ED. programmes at a Western Cape University
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Micro-teaching provides a framework for teachers’ professional development with emphasis on the teach and re-teach cycle as a practical procedure for the development of micro-teaching skills. One fundamental element in ... -
'n Poging tot onderwysinnovasie in die Richtersveld
(University of Western Cape, 1997)This thesis represents the outcome of an interaction between a participating "outsider" and a group of teachers during which a continued dialogue between theory and practice was pursued. The goal was to enhance the quality ... -
n’Kritiese studie ten-opsigte van die status van die plattelands’ onderwyser in die Ceres - Tulbagh gebied
(University of Western Cape, 1987)'n Waarheid wat dikwels aangehaal word is dat die onderwyser die spil is waarom die onderwys met al sy aspekte uiteindelik draai. Onderwysfasiliteite wat grootliks tot die sukses van die onderwysproses bydra, word wel ... -
The nature of parental involvement in literacy activities of low achieving learners in disadvantaged contexts at a selected primary school in the Western Cape
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Literacy levels measured against national and international tests indicate that South African learners are performing poorly. Literacy skills are critical in the development of learners, and research suggests that parents ... -
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, ... -
Language of instruction and quality of education in Rwanda: A case study of secondary school third form learners in the Gisagara district
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)The language of instruction plays a determining role in students’ academic performance. This suggests that students should be taught in a language they are familiar with in order to enhance understanding of the content ... -
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 ... -
An exploration of micro-teaching skills with digital technology (cell phone) in B.Ed. programmes at a Western Cape University
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Micro-teaching provides a framework for teachers’ professional development with emphasis on teach and re-teach cycle as a practical procedure for the development of micro-teaching skills. One fundamental element in this ... -
Crisis leadership at South African universities: An exploration of the effectiveness of the strategies and responses of university leadership teams to the #FeesMustFall (#FMF) protests at South African universities in 2015 and 2016
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)The #FeesMustFall (#FMF) movement which began in 2015 and continued in 2016 was initially a call for free tuition, but soon grew to include substantial academic demands, quickly spiralling into violence and destruction ... -
Critical theory, transformative learning and mindfulness: A case study of a mindfulness training programme
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Mindfulness and the mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) programme is becoming increasingly popular in the Western world. These days, there are many institutes and organisations that support and promote mindfulness, ... -
Bridging the gap between school and university: a case study of the University of Namibia's Access Programme
(University of Cape Town, 2002)Without neglecting the broader scope of the phenomenon of student access, this study focuses mainly on student academic access. An Access Programme, initiated by the University of Namibia, is used as a case study in order ... -
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 ... -
Mental Health of Coloured Female Teachers Working in Historically Disadvantaged Special Schools in the Cape Metropole
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)The World Health Organisation defines mental health as "a state of well-being in which the individual realizes her or his own abilities, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or ... -
Exploring beginner teachers' perceptions of school support to enhance their capability sets in relation to teacher education policy
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)The National Policy Framework for Teacher Education and Development in South Africa of 2006 (NPF) outlines seven principles which underpin this policy as expressed in the Norms and Standards for Educators (2000). These ... -
Investigating the development of the learning environment at a disadvantaged primary school in the Western Cape through a participatory action research process
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)South Africa (SA) is a developing country struggling to address transformation and various institutional reforms inherited from a previous apartheid regime and also created by the current democratic government. Education ... -
Exploring grades 11 learners' scientific and indigenous worldviews of selected phenomena relative to traditional expository and argumentation instruction
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)In response to the emerging multicultural classrooms in South Africa, the amended National Curriculum Statement (NCS) for grades R - 12, in the light of current curriculum policy and the NCS (Grades 10 - 12), has proposed ... -
An Exploration of School-Based Substance-Abuse Prevention Programmes in the Cape Metropolitan Region
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)The prevalence of substance abuse globally has been a cause for concern. South Africa is regarded as one of the countries with the highest substance abuse rates in the world. As a consequence, families, communities and ...