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PBIS schools equip learners with pro-social behavioural skills. Kutlwano Khumalo is in Grade 3 at Vuleka School, the first PBIS school. Page 20. Photo: Oupa Nkosi 2 Career February 2013 theTeacher Helping in her blood

Driving for people with physical disabilities

Thabo Mohlala

aroline Rule works as an occupational therapist and a driving consultant for people with disabilities such as a spinal cord Cinjury and amputations. After assessing their remaining functionality and how best they can use it, she recommends driving adaptations that would enable them to be behind the steering wheel safely and independently, as well as how they will get their wheelchairs in and out of the car. She then refers them to the relevant companies that can build the adaptations and in an ongoing way, she works with these companies to brainstorm even more effective solutions. Where a person has had a stroke or head injury, they undergo a physical and cognitive assessment and then team up with a driving instructor to do an on-road driving test to assess whether it will be safe for the person to drive. Rule also helps manage the Driving Ambitions driving school, owned by the QuadPara association. They have two adapted vehicles that they use to Caroline Rule is passionate about the mobility of the physically disabled. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy teach people with disabilities to drive. assessment methods and tools to about this type of work? realised that helping people is in my out of their wheelchair and into our Please share with us what make sure that they are accurate and My parents told me about the profes- blood. adapted car and explore with them your job entails. relevant. As an occupational therapist, sion and I also heard about it from my how they can drive again — and I see I love the interactions with people that my job is to assist people to become vocational guidance teacher. What subjects did you the sparkle come back into their eyes come with doing a detailed interview independent in all areas of their lives, choose at school to qualify — that is just the best. to understand the person’s driving his- particularly in relation to daily activi- Have you always wanted for your job? tory as well as their driving needs. I ties involved with living. to become an occupational Maths, science and biology. Which institutions offer also assess people’s functionality. This Driving is an extremely important therapist? training in occupational contact with people is the fun part. part of daily living and without the Initially, I thought I would like to What do you like most therapy? My job also involves report writing, ability to get around it becomes very become a teacher. However, my guid- about your job? The universities of Witwatersrand, keeping records and administration difficult for people to get to work, par- ance teacher’s wife was an occupa- Helping someone rebuild their life and Pretoria, Cape Town, Stellenbosch, up to date, as well as a huge amount ticularly if they have mobility impair- tional therapist. After spending some regain their independence after all Western Cape, Free State and of background research in keeping up ment such as being in a wheelchair. time with her, I realised that this was that has been shattered by a disease or Durban-Westville. to date with what vehicles and adap- So, I strongly believe that having a the career for me. Our class visited disability. Even if I can just be one of tations are out there and what new driver’s licence helps make a person the institution where she worked and the puzzle pieces as they get their lives What are your other areas developments are unfolding within with a disability more employable! on the bus on the way home everyone back together, it is such a privilege for of interest? the driving world. else was talking about her patients as me to help them take that next step. Sport for people with disabilities, par- I also focus on fine-tuning our How did you come to know ‘those poor people’. That was when I On a daily basis, when I get a person ticularly wheelchair rugby.

theTeacher Inspiration Beware of software scammers This edition is packed with positive stories and solutions to some Editor: challenges faced by teachers and Portia Molapo stolen volume license key, and then information, having their identities Phindile Xaba parents. sell it without a genuine Certificate stolen and wasting valuable time and Tel: 011 250 7405 We welcome Masennya Dikotla, Parents buying their children back to of Authenticity (COA) or the original money. email: [email protected] chief executive of Molteno school computers often get scammed media. Ferreira says that dealers who offer Reporter: Institute of Language and Literacy by being lured into buying non-gen- “The real victims of software piracy “too good to be true” prices on coun- Thabo Mohlala who contributed a very thought uine software. Parents should make are the unsuspecting consumers who terfeit software cause a demand for Tel: 011 250 7403 provoking piece of writing on par- sure they are not inadvertently buy- purchase these goods expecting a deflated prices. This has a knock-on email: [email protected] ents uninvolved in their children’s ing illegal software with beautiful new quality product. They do not realise massive effect on genuine retailers, Advertising: education. He argues that parents computers or laptops. they have bought illegal software until who suffer from the unrealistic price Di Willis should not abdicate their role to This is the warning from Microsoft they have to validate it online,” said expectations in the market. Tel: 082 467 1152 teachers. Xolani Majola writes that South Africa’s Monique Ferreira. Ferreira. She says, “Private investigators email: [email protected] teachers play a parental role in the She says that there has been a strong The effects of piracy on customers working for Microsoft report that Shelton Hlongwane time that children have been left increase in the number of rogue com- can be devastating. Ferreira says that there has been a disturbing increase in Tel: 082 866 5804 in their care. He says to make edu- puter dealers offering seemingly great every year, thousands of consumers the number of South African software [email protected] cation a memorable experience, deals on computers to customers — and businesses buy counterfeit prod- piracy and counterfeiting operations Cape Town office: teachers have to develop relation- who then find they cannot validate the ucts that either do not work or actually in recent years.” Carla Finlay ships with learners. software, leaving them unable to use harm these customers by opening the Ferreira advises, “To ensure your Tel: 072 405 5930 Dr Hayward believes that saying their sleek new machines. door to online spam, virus and fraud purchase is genuine software is to email: [email protected] thank you can change the dynam- Her warning comes after the SA networks. check that a certificate of authentic- KZN office: ics of relationships. Police Service Commercial Crimes Microsoft’s tests of software on some ity and the original media has been Madeline Zekkari The must-read is our exclusive Unit swooped on two branches of a popular sites have shown that up to provided. Tel: 082 414 6315 story about the first positive behav- prominent Pretoria computer dealer 35% of counterfeit software contains “If it has not, contact the seller email: [email protected] ioural interventions and supports alleged to have been selling counter- a harmful code which may result in immediately. If you are suspicious Subscriptions: (PBIS) school. Professor Khalil feit software and PCs loaded with ille- hours of downtime for customers. about the nature of any software sold [email protected] Osiris allowed us to tag along and gal software to unsuspecting consum- Microsoft has had more than to you, contact the SAPS or Microsoft’s observe 4 to 13 year olds behaving ers. Several PCs containing counterfeit 150 000 voluntary reports in the past anti-piracy team at sapiracy@micro- the Teacher is published by M&G pro-socially. So, there is enough software were seized in the raid. two years from people who unknow- soft.com.” Media Ltd support, insights and resources for The most common practice at ingly purchased counterfeit software You may also like to visit you in this edition. these dealers is known as “hard-disk that was often riddled with viruses or www.howtotell.com for more informa- — The Editor loading” — PC suppliers install unli- malware. tion and tips on how to spot counter- censed software on to a PC, using a Victims risk losing personal feit software. 3 A day in my life February 2013 theTeacher

opposite of the boy’s aunt. He showered him with love and care and I could notice the difference, just from his appearance. Sonwabo even Treat learners had a chance to visit his brother who was working in Cape Town.

Parental responsibility Most parents do not realise that their like your own irresponsible conduct has a direct effect on their children’s lives and futures. As teachers, we try our level best to help but we are not always able to pick up the problems. We lack expertise to children make meaningful and timely interventions and by the time we do intervene, it may be too late. We need relevant Being observant can help learners recover Praise singer skills to provide psycho-social support The boy was gifted with a good voice because we are the first ones to detect from bad experiences and was our school’s praise-singer the problems. I reckoned he could make a good The lack of skills and expertise at He started to show clear signs that newsreader. schools to deal with these problems something had gone horribly wrong On one occasion we were prepar- are the root cause of the high drop- by falling asleep in class and in the ing for a competition and I advised out rate because learners do not get deteriorating quality of his school him to buy clothes suited for his role professional help soon enough to work. so that he looked the part. I assumed tackle the range of serious socio-eco- This got me worried and determined he would use his disability grant to Yolanda Mtwa teaches grade 10 nomic challenges that disrupt their Yolanda Mtwa to find out more. buy the attire but he never did. When and 12 history and isiXhosa at schooling. I enquired after this, he just could not Efata School for the Blind and Unfortunately, it is teachers who ne of the things that Sad discovery give me the reason why he did not do Deaf in the Eastern Cape. take the rap. I call on all teachers: Let’s comes naturally to teach- What I discovered wrenched my heart. that. Photo: Andrzej Sawa do our level best to help our learners, ers is the ability to bond The boy’s mother had moved to Cape As time was running out, I was even if we feel we do not have the skills with our learners to the Town and left him with his grand- forced to use my own money to buy deeply devastated. to deal with the challenge. If we all put point where we under- mother who had then passed on. clothes for him. The school’s management and hos- our minds to it, we can do it and make Ostand each one of them as if they were He had then been tossed from one I subsequently discovered that the tel supervisors had not noticed the an enormous difference. our own biological kids. We are able relative to another. boy’s aunt had given his identity docu- boy’s distress. As his teacher, I raised to pick up the slightest nuance in One of the relatives he stayed ment and disability grant card to local the matter with the school and we Mtwa is a grade 10 and 12 history and changes in them, for instance, by the with was his aunt who proved to be loan sharks as surety and that she was intervened on Sonwabo’s behalf. isiXhosa teacher at Efata School for the way they talk or walk. unscrupulous. battling to pay her debts. Blind and Deaf in the Eastern Cape. This was the case with Sonwabo*, She misused the boy’s disability All along, the boy was unaware of his Chased away She was a finalist in the category of a physically disabled but intelligent grant and hardly bought him any- aunt’s dealings. The aunt felt bad about what had hap- Excellence in Inclusive Education and and hard-working boy at Efata School thing valuable, not even a school uni- He only came to know about them pened and chased the boy away. The Special Needs Teaching in the 2010 for the Blind and Deaf in the Eastern form, books, toiletries or other basic through a manager of one of the loan next person to take custody of him was National Teaching Awards. Cape. necessities. sharks. This left him depressed and his uncle, who proved to be the direct *Not his real name.

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Monday to Friday and another show on Sunday from 10am to 2pm. He has hosted both the Miss and Mrs South Africa pageants, the magazine show All Access on Mzansi Magic and numerous corporate functions. Tebogo “Proverb” Thekisho Thekisho is currently a brand ambassador for Volvo Car South ebogo Thekisho, aka Africa, The Nelson Mandela Proverb, is considered Children’s Hospital and the National in music circles to be a Banking Association of South Africa. focused artist. He grew He also hosts Standard Bank’s inter- up in Kimberley but nal magazine show BlueWave. Tcame to Johannesburg in search of He has just released his new better opportunities and he com- album, FourthWrite. pleted a diploma in sound engineer- inge in 2003. Who inspired you to pursue In 2004 he worked as a technical a career in music? producer for The Freshest Breakfast I was always a creative youngster Show hosted by DJ Fresh at Yfm. He and had a way with words. I couldn’t went on to present a hip-hop show sing but at high school hip-hop on Channel O called Headrush. In became my hobby. 2005 he landed his first recording It was only after I came to Joburg, deal with an independent label, where I met and began rubbing Outrageous Records, and released shoulders with like-minded people, his debut album The Book of ProVerb. that I realised I could make a career He went on to join Metro FM as a out of hip-hop. technical producer for the afternoon drive time show presented by Glen When did you start school? Lewis and Unathi Msengana. On I started school in 1987 and matricu- Saturdays and Sundays, he hosted lated in 1998. I started tertiary edu- the station’s graveyard slot, during cation in 1999. the very early morning, from 3am to 6am. Who were your favourite He subsequently clinched a record teachers? deal with Gallo records and released My favourite teacher at primary his second album, Manuscript, in school was Mrs Bateulous, and at Hip-hop artist and ambassador ProVerb learnt well from his English teachers. Photo: Supplied 2007. It received a nomination for high school it was my English teacher, the South African Music Awards. Mrs Pilkington. What were your favourite A teacher should never be abusive, stern yet fair and, most important of He also released Write of Passage subject(s) and why? destructive or break down a young all, they should have parental instincts just before he was invited to partici- What influence did they My favourite subjects were English person. A teacher should strive to because they are shaping young minds pate in the reality television show have on you? for creative writing, and business empower learners and arm them for and personalities. Survivor where he raised money for Mrs Pilkington was a very strict management, just because I used to life ahead. charity. teacher who had a profound influ- get it. What message do you have Thekisho hosted season six to eight ence on me. I enjoyed creative writ- From your point of view, for teachers? of Idols South Africa on M-Net. He ing in her class. She helped me What are the things a what qualities should a Thank you for your patience and the now hosts an early morning break- develop my passion for writing and teacher should never do or good teacher exhibit? support. You are the unsung heroes fast show at Highveld Stereo from creative thinking. say? A good teacher should be very patient, of our nation. Interactive e-textbook offering

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Help your students to apply now for primarily on developing skills in science, technology and engineer- funding ing. The company currently has 585 undergraduates and post-graduate pplications for the 2014 The learnership programme bursars. Sasol bursaries are exposes learners to theoretical and now open to students practical training, equipping them Beneficiaries who want to enter the to work at Sasol and to consider A former Sasol bursar, Lwazi Mqadi energy and chemical opportunities beyond the com- from Mothotlung near Brits, is now Aindustry. Sasol looks for talented pany, further diversifying the South a senior process engineer at Sasol individuals who are ambitious and African technical skills pool. in Secunda. She received a bursary eager to embark on a career with “Learners need to realise the in 2001 and studied chemical engi- significant opportunities. impact of their subject choices and neering at the University of the The company’s bursary scheme is why it is important to excel in math- Witwatersrand. For Mqadi, it was recognised as one of the largest and ematics and science. The intensity a huge relief knowing that her ter- most competitive offers in South of their dedication at school can tiary fees were covered. Africa and boasts an all-inclusive shape their future. Education and “My parents had no concerns package, which covers all tuition effort will open doors,” said Monica with regard to my tertiary studies, fees, as well as providing the pos- Luwes from Sasol’s corporate grad- because Sasol paid for my tuition, sibility of paid vacation work from uate services department. accommodation and stationery. second year and an opportunity to Further, Sasol provided vacation work for the company on gradua- Supporting excellence work to meet my university require- tion. Sasol is considered the ideal “Sasol is active in initiatives that ments. What I enjoy about working employer among professionals in support excellence in education. at Sasol is that I am exposed to dif- the energy and chemicals indus- On a national level, these change ferent areas of the business environ- try and has been recognised as an reactions contribute significantly ment, outside of the engineering employer of choice among students. towards a stable country, stable fraternity,” Mqadi said. domestic economy and stable social Becoming an artisan structures. On an individual level, Applications for the bursary scheme Students interested in becoming Sasol’s specific investments in the will be accepted until artisans and technical specialists areas of maths and science are key 28 February 2013. Candidates can can apply to participate in Sasol’s to people realising their potential,” log on to www.sasolbursaries.com for 36-month learnership programme, she said. online applications and more infor- Lwazi Mqadi, a former Sasol bursar, could focus on her academic which helps students become quali- Sasol invested R40.8-million in mation, or can call 0860 010 6235 for career as she knew that her tertiary fees were covered. She is now fied artisans at the company. bursaries in 2012, with the focus further information. a senior process engineer at Sasol in Secunda

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212231 SASOL bursary print 20x7.indd 1 2013/01/09 2:59 PM 6 Science February 2013 theTeacher Searching for new energy devices

Rapela Maphanga out to discover sustainable energy. Photo: Lisa Skinner

The world needs help to develop cleaner occupation? mathematics, chemistry or computer I didn’t know anything about it. All I I admire … science. and sustainable energy sources to secure knew was that when I finished school People who use science to make Then they can register for the bach- the planet I wanted to continue studying science. extraordinary innovations. One idea elor of science honours degree in phys- Things happened by default. I reg- that takes my breath away is the ics or chemistry. They start being fully Thabo Mohlala Economic Forum’s annual meeting istered for a junior degree in science aeroplane. involved when they do the master of of the new champions in China. Last and I was recruited to do an honours science degree in physics, specialising apela Regina Maphanga year, based on her research output degree in physics, which I passed What sparked your interest in computer modeling of materials. holds a doctorate degree and promotion of public understand- excellently. I then enrolled for the in science in general and in The next qualification is the doctor- in physics from the Uni- ing of science and technology, she was MSc in physics, which was converted particular your current area ate in physics to become specialists in versity of Limpopo where selected as a member of the Global to a PhD due to the quality of my of focus? the field. she is employed as a senior Young Academy. Other accolades research findings. I wanted to become a medical doc- What is your message to Rresearcher at the materials modelling include, among others: Please explain in detail tor but I changed because I realised science teachers? centre. Her primary research interest • L’oreal/-Unesco’s Women in Science what your job entails? I could not stand the sight of blood. There are few young people who con- is the theoretical or computational Award in 2006. It involves predicting materials prop- I then opted to study for a degree in sider teaching as a career, not to men- modelling of materials using both first • National Science and Technology erties using computers. I spend most physical sciences. tion teaching science. principle and atomistic simulation Forum and National Research Fund’s of my time in front of the computer When I was doing my final year of I would like to appeal to teachers methods. This involves predicting the TW Kambule Research Award for doing calculations, reading articles, a bachelor’s degree I was recruited to to encourage learners to consider structural, mechanical, thermal, trans- distinguished young black female writing reports and articles and all register for honours in the following teaching science as a career of their portational and electronic properties researcher. other things that have to do with year and I was the only female in a choice. of advanced materials using first prin- • Featured in Mail & Guardian’s 2012 teaching. class of nine students. Surprisingly, I As a scientist I am worried about the ciple calculations and classical atomis- Top 200 Young South Africans and One of the major challenges in 21st passed my honours degree cum laude. future of science education; who will tic simulations. Book of South African Women. century is the development of cleaner What are the requirements be teaching science to future genera- Maphanga is also a junior associ- and sustainable sources of energy. for learners who want to tions, especially at school level? ate at the Abdus Salam International Which school did you For the next generation of energy pursue studies in your area Centre for Theoretical Physics in attend? devices, there is a dire need for the dis- of specialisation? Where can learners get Italy and a science advisor for Wiley- I completed my matric at Ngwanallela covery and optimisation of high per- They should study mathematics and more information on your Blackwell Publishing. In 2011 she was High School in Ga-Matlala in formance materials, which are critical physical science at high school level. area of expertise? selected as a distinguished young Limpopo. for future breakthroughs. After matriculation, they should study From the University of Limpopo’s scientist by the InterAcademy Panel towards bachelor of science degree School of Physical and Mineral for International Issues to repre- How did you get to know Science is great because … majoring in physics and any of the fol- Sciences, the Department of Physics sent South Africa during the World about your current Everything has science in it. lowing subjects: applied mathematics, and Geology. Maths support for matriculants

Portia Molapo in physical science, 31 in maths and group strategic services at Liberty knowledge so that they can, in their About Kutlwanong the remainder in other disciplines. says: “We would like to congratu- turn, make a difference in their com- Kutlwanong is a non-profit organisa- Albert Zitha, the top student from late the 2012 matriculants who communities and become the kind of Kutlwanong specialises in maths, tion founded with the aim to assist Fumana Secondary School, achieved pleted the Promaths programme leaders who can carry our country science and technology for high matric students to acquire additional 100% in maths, 100% in science and with Kutlwanong for achieving such into the future.” school learners, with a strong skills in maths, science and account- 92% in maths paper 3. outstanding results, especially in Tumelo Mabitsela, managing direc- focus on improving core maths ing through its Promaths pro- Kutlwanong’s Promaths pro- the areas of Maths and Science. The tor of Kutlwanong says: “Providing and science results of the learn- gramme, saw 31 of its 114 students gramme will be able to continue 2013 sponsorship from Liberty will support to these students will encour- ers on the programme. It offers a from 15 high schools in Katlehong its work in Katlehong in 2013, once see more students receive the sup- age them even more to realise their dual and thorough approach to achieve outstanding results. again supporting learners to achieve port they need to go the extra mile dreams for the future. It is through learner and teacher support with The programme saw a total of 101 outstanding marks this year, thanks along their educational journey. As the support of organisations such effective maths and science cur- distinctions by the group of 31 top to Liberty’s financial support. Liberty, we seek to empower learners as Liberty that we are able to assist riculum delivery. achieving students, 24 of which were Ivan Mzimela, group executive for to take charge of their lives through young people to make this a reality. 7 Opinion February 2013 theTeacher Anomaly of additional language

The teaching of a second additional proficiency in their home language are money the DBE spends on maintain- public education system. Private pro- encouraged to learn second additional ing these subjects. This money could viders are already offering a number language at South African public schools language. What these learners do not find better use in developing other of languages on the basic, intermedi- is a relic of the old system know, however, is that their marks important subjects. ate and advanced levels. This would help to bolster the image of the school In sum, I do believe that proficiency save plenty of money for the state and Lucky Ditaunyane Little proficiency more than their own university admis- in any number of languages is benefi- help to streamline an already packed Ironically, gifted learners are more sion scores. cial. I myself took some introductory curriculum. eaching a second addi- likely to obtain good marks in second lessons in German and I can attest to tional language is a relic of additional language with very little No justification their usefulness. Lucky Ditaunyane is a senior man- the “third language” option proficiency to show for it. The number of learners enrolled for Nonetheless, perhaps a second ager: PR and communications at offered under the old cur- Furthermore, black learners at second additional language does additional language should be offered Umalusi. He wrote this article in his riculum. Does it make sense urban schools who display poor not justify the enormous amount of by private providers rather than the personal capacity. Tfor the department of basic education (DBE) to continue offering a subject Mrs Angie Motshekga, MP option that does not seem MINISTRY OF BASIC EDUCATION Minister of Basic Education to hold any linguistic or NATIONAL EDUCATION POLICY ACT, 1996 (ACT NO. 27 1996) financial benefit? The South African 2014 SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS school curriculum allows for an option of official I, Angelina Matsie Motshekga, Minister of Basic Education, hereby publish in terms of section 3(4)(K) of the National Education Policy Act, and non-official languages 1996 (Act No. 27 of 1996) the 2014 school calendar for ordinary public schools as detailed in the accompanying schedule. on three proficiency levels: home language, first additional language and second additional language. SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR THE 2014 ACADEMIC YEAR: Home language is intended for learners who January 2014 February 2014 March 2014 April 2014 want to learn a language on the same competency SMTWTFSSMTWTFSSMTWTFSSMTWTFS level as indigenous speak- 1 2 3 4 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 ers of the language. First additional language is 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 meant for learners who 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 want to add another language to their linguistic 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 repertoire — albeit on a 26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 lower level. Second additional language is, how- 30 31 ever, a seriously toned down language offering. Its existence can only be May 2014 June 2014 July 2014 August 2014 justified by a misconcep- SMTWTFSSMTWTFSSMTWTFSSMTWTFS tion of the pervasive ethos of multilingualism in 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 South African language 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 policies and legislation. Both home and first addi- 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 tional language options 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 are compulsory. 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Failing the litmus 31 test While the rationale behind second additional September 2014 October 2014 November 2014 December 2014 language might be prag- SMTWTFSSMTWTFSSMTWTFSSMTWTFS matically sound in relation to multilingualism 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 and “additive bilingual- 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ism”, it fails the litmus test when it comes to achiev- 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 ing linguistic proficiency, 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 attracting a sufficient number of candidates and 28 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 providing access to higher 30 education. In fact, the new Curriculum and Assess- ment Policy Statement PROVINCES: FREE STATE, GAUTENG, LIMPOPO, MPUMALANGA, NORTH WEST, Public and School Holidays 2014 (Caps) shows that the EASTERN CAPE, KWAZULU-NATAL, NORTHERN CAPE AND WESTERN CAPE allocation of instructional 1 January New Year’s Day No. of No. of public Actual no. of school time does not accommo- Term Duration No. of days 21 March Human Rights Day date second additional weeks holidays days 18 April Good Friday language. 1 (13) 15 Jan - 28 March 11 (55) 53 1 (54) 52 Instead, schools are 21 April Family Day advised to find ways to 2 7 April – 27June 11 60 5 + 3 52 27 April Freedom Day accommodate second 28 April Public Holiday 3 21 July – 03 Oct 11 55 1 54 additional language teach- 29 April School Holiday ing wherever they can. 30 April School Holiday Caps describes second 4 13 Oct – (12) 10 Dec 9 (45) 43 0 (45) 43 additional language as 1 May Workers’ Day TOTAL 42 (215) 211 7 + 3 (205) 201 providing “basic inter- 2 May School Holiday personal communication 16 June Youth Day skills”. 9 August Women’s Day Caps also makes a con- cession that “the reality 24 September Heritage Day is that many learners still 16 December Day of Reconciliation cannot communicate 25 December Christmas Day well in their additional 26 December Day of Goodwill language at this level (i.e. Grades 10 - 12).” This begs the question: why does the DBE consider it prudent to continue offering second additional language “at this level?” 8 Technology February 2013 theTeacher Demystifying technology

Helping teachers tap easily into the educational power of technology

Thabo Mohlala Giving context to ICT “Attending training sessions opened onwabile Mfamana is my eyes. They gave a context to ICT a highly respected spe- as well as broadening my horizons. cialist teacher-trainer in To me, the most important lesson is information and com- that technology should complement munication technology content,” said Mfamana. “Once you S(ICT) who has helped teachers in have mastered your content and the Eastern Cape embrace technol- pedagogy or methodology you can ogy as a teaching tool. then decide on the mode of technol- He is also hailed for playing a key ogy to use, be it radio, video camera, role in bridging the digital divide by PowerPoint or Movie Maker.” introducing learners to the fascinat- He said that a lot of focus is often ing world of computers. placed on technology instead of He has achieved all this despite making sure the teacher has a clear enormous infrastructural and eco- understanding of the content or nomic challenges in the area. subject.

Where it all began Focus on what is relevant to Mfamana started his teaching career teachers in 1995 at Dalindyebo High School in In Mfamana’s view, we live in a tech- Sithebe Village in Mthatha where he nological world and it is extremely taught three subjects — geography, crucial for teachers to master tech- economics and computer applica- nology to stimulate learners while tions technology (CAT) — from grade providing a quality teaching and 10 to 12. learning experience. When he trains But it was CAT that really grabbed teachers, he focuses on aspects of his attention because he had always technology that are relevant to the been passionate about technology. teachers’ classroom realities. Although he was familiar with some “Teachers get bored easily if you of the computer applications, such spend a lot of time on technicalities as using the internet to do research such as the toolbar, screen saver, and PowerPoint for presentations, keyboard and mouse, to mention a Mfamana felt the need to expand his few. What is much more important knowledge so that he could be ahead to them is the basics like knowing of the curve. how to create, type, open and close a document. SchoolNet training “They want to be able to use tech- Mfamana attended training ses- nology to do desktop research, plan sions and workshops organised by lessons, capture learners’ marks, SchoolNet South Africa (SNSA) on set tests, create worksheets and how teachers can best tap into infor- do graphs. Packages such as Excel, mation and communications tech- Access, PowerPoint, Movie Maker nology (ICT) to enrich their class- and Photoshop are also handy,” room teaching. explained Mfamana. SNSA specialises in ICT training, He said he enjoys training teachers implementation and teacher devel- at grassroots level and feels fulfilled opment programmes with a view when he sees teachers who he has to integrating technology into the trained operate a computer on their school curriculum. own. Mfamana said he would like to After attending the workshops, see CAT taught as one of the main- Mfamana became so good that stream subjects at schools. SNSA added him to their official “It is practical, easy to apply and team of highly competent ICT always creates lively and enthusi- teacher trainers. astic participation from learners,” Late in 2012, after winning a he said. “If our schools can produce bursary, Mfamana added another more learners with IT skills, in the feather to his cap by receiving a cer- future, this country will be able to tificate in ICT education for policy hold its own in the global technologi- implementers from Wits University. cal arena.” Sonwabile Mfamana. Photo: Andrzej Sawa Loan for education can be an investment

Thabo Mohlala degree and to also fund her two chil- terms and conditions of the loan were Eduloan, I finally finished my degree “We also make sure that a person dren’s studies at Unisa. structured to suit my situation. and have just been promoted to be does not pay more than 25% of his With the cost of education rising most Their encounter with the banks did “Their interest rates are affordable a head of department of EMS,” said or her salary. This is so that we do parents find it extremely difficult to not yield any positive outcomes leav- compared to those of the commercial Mokgokolo. not leave our clients financially over put their children through tertiary ing their children’s future schooling banks. When I cannot cope with my exposed. To ensure this does not hap- education let alone upgrade their own extremely uncertain. instalment due to my other financial Packaged differently pen, our systems are linked to the qualifications. In such situations many “I was frustrated and depressed commitments I can arrange with them Totsie Memela-Khambula, chief treasury and can easily detect this,” of them approach banks to negotiate because I just could not imagine a to pay later and they would not stop officer of Eduloan, said their loan said Memela-Khambula. for loans. situation where my children would paying for my children’s school fees,” facility is packaged specifically to She said if an applicant is “over Nomakwezi Titi and Maria sit idly by instead of studying. What Titi said. assist people such as Mokgokolo and exposed” the application is automati- Mokgokolo are two hard working and made matters worse for me was that Mokgokolo approached Eduloan in Titi. She said they have helped 78% cally rejected. experienced teachers from different the company I had taken education 2000 to fund her studies and that of of teachers and public servants to provinces who found themselves faced policy with for my children disputed her two children. upgrade their studies and 24% of them Requirements such a challenge. Titi is a technology, my claim,” said Titi. She said: “My children would not have taken loan to fund their chil- Memela-Khambula said to qualify for isiXhosa and arts and culture teacher She said that she was advised to have been able to get tertiary educa- dren’s studies. a loan an applicant should provide at Mbuzwana Junior Secondary approach Eduloan. Hoping against tion and my dream of upgrading my She said what matters most to them proof of registration or acceptance let- School in Mthatha while Mokgokolo hope, Titi dragged herself to their qualifications would have been just is the ability of the applicant to pay ter from the institution at which he or teaches economics and management offices. that, a pipedream.” back the loan and that in processing she would study; identity book and a sciences (EMS) to grade nines and She also hailed the unique features the application they do not look at pay slip. She said once you are regis- accounting from grade 10-12 at Abel Light at the end of the of the loan particularly the low inter- other factors such risk profile, credit tered the money is deposited directly Motshwane High School in Mamelodi. tunnel est rate, which is the main cost driver worthiness or pending judgments, as into the institution’s bank account Titi desperately needed money to “After my meeting with Eduloan I when one takes a loan. is the case with other financial insti- instead of the applicant’s. pay for her two children’s university felt inspired and overwhelmed with “As a single parent the loan gave me tutions. Not that these are not impor- As a risk measure, Eduloan takes an education and Mokgokolo wanted excitement. Not only did they accom- a huge financial break as I was able tant, she said, but because this is a loan insurance cover in the event that an to study for a Bachelor of Commerce modate my financial needs but the to take care of other needs. Thanks to formulated for a specific market. applicant dies or is retrenched. 9 Mathematics February 2013 theTeacher Primary mathematics Supporting teachers to model efficient problem-solving Using an abacus to work out sums

Hamsa Venkat & Lynn Bowie Breaking 10 beads into eights and twos to make 12

vidence suggests that children in South Africa are not making enough progress in learning numeracy and mathematics Eduring primary school. Although Move eight beads recent results on the Annual Start with two full rows National Assessment (ANA) showed in one action some improvement at the Founda- of 10 beads each tion Phase, problems with performance at grades 6 and 9 persisted. One example of this lack of progress is that some children seem unable to move beyond very basic methods for solving number problems.

Supporting teachers Our work at the University of the Witwatersrand is concerned with Move another two beads in one action supporting teaching. One way to support children to develop more to make 10 beads sophisticated and efficient problem- solving skills is to support teachers to model efficient strategies rather than merely accept learners’ own strategies. We see learners’ strategies as the starting point for teaching but that learning means being able to move beyond the strategies that learners Move these two beads in one action bring to a lesson. In this article, we provide an example of what a more sophisticated One full row of 10 beads plus the other two model might look like. add up to 12 Foundation Phase In the Foundation Phase, children often use counters or an abacus to work out sums like eight + four. If a child works this out by counting eight beads one by one on an abacus, and then counting four more beads one by one on the second row, and then counting them all up one by Graphic: JOHN McCANN one to get 12, the teacher has several options on what to model as a more efficient way of working out the answer. One option is to show that on an abacus we can “see” eight as a par- the total, we can see that the answer • One full row (a 10) models of these strategies in class is work in class as well as questions tition of 10 into eight and two and is shown as a full row (10) and two on • And a two makes 12 an important part of of mathematics and answers about primary maths move a group of eight beads across in the next row. We believe that our job as teachers teaching. Such work will be impor- teaching and learning. one action, rather than counting one In abacus form (refer to graphic is not just to accept the methods that tant if we are going to improve the If you would like to participate in by one. above), we can represent the steps learners bring but to use these as a poor performance in mathematics the Discussion Group, please email The four that needs to be added on and some of the teachertalk like springboard for building higher level that we currently see in South Africa. primary.maths@wits. can then be moved in two actions — this: learning. For Primary Maths Teachers we ac.za or visit our website the remaining two on the same row, • eight moved with one action We also believe that being aware have an email Discussion Group http://www.wits.ac.za/academic/ and two more on the next row. Then, • two moved with one action of more sophisticated strategies and where teachers can share informa- humanities/education/14097/pri- rather than counting out again to get • two moved with one action being able to provide and explain tion about events and activities that mary_maths.html Advertorial February 2013 theTeacher SA’S OLD BILLBOARDS ARE GETTING NEW LIVES AS FUNKY SCHOOL EQUIPMENT

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The Mail & Guardian presents the second edition of Careers Matter, to help high school students choose subjects that will help them get qualifications and, in the long run, jobs. The easy-to-read mindmap format makes it simple to learn about different career options and make the right choices for future career options. This issue includes all the areas of scarce skills: science, mathematics and their applications in information and communication technology, accounting and engineering. The education sector is also expanded to show clearly the options that are available to students who want to enter this critical profession. A new section on media opens the world of design and communications up to learners. And, of course, the comprehensive list of useful contact details makes it easy to get in touch with the people and places that will help you in your studies after matric. To give you WHAT? an idea of what you To help can study increase the number of • Visual learning about learning people who have scarce • Help in choosing a career Studying well skills determines • Enough information to whet your your ﬁ nancial WHY? appetite… income • …without overloading your brain To build a • Contains only undergraduate better South information It’s what Africa you’ll do for the rest of your life CAREERS MATTER WHEN? Aa-Bb Aa Ab Particularly grades 9 to 12 Ac Help with subject choices Ad Ae for grade 10 Perfect for

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Basic information Under- for each area HOW? standing of of study the skills required Career options provide a list WHERE? of possible job List of Comprehensive contact details of titles qualiﬁ cations available • Professional bodies • Sector education and training authorities (Setas) List of subject • Further Education and Training (FET) colleges choices • Universities • Universities of technology 2 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 * UJ Management Sciences Advertorial Developing future-fit leadership The faculty of It operates over three UJ campuses: degree), honours degrees, master’s CAREER PATH 1 CAREER PATH 2 Auckland Park Kingsway Campus degrees and doctoral degrees management at • BA / BCom Degree • National Diploma (APK), Auckland Park Bunting Road The faculty brand is grown through the University of • Honours Degree • BTech Degree Campus (APB) and Soweto Campus partnering with credible companies • Master’s Degree • Honours Degree (SWC). The campuses vary in size and in industry and commerce as well as Johannesburg offers • Doctoral Degree • Master’s Degree each has its own character and cul- with national and international uni- students an entry • Doctoral Degree ture, contributing to UJ’s and the fac- versities for future-fit leadership. ulty’s rich diversity. “Our behaviour aligns to our value of into the diverse and The faculty’s departments offer a being ahead of our game; in how we wide range of academic programmes. promote academic integrity and exciting world of The programmes are divided into drive value-adding partnering; business leadership undergraduate and postgraduate pro- inspire each other towards continu- grammes. Undergraduate pro- ous learning to be; and by being cul- y making the correct career grammes in clude extended degrees, turally and diversity sensitive. Our choices, young people can BCom de grees, BA degrees, Extended strategy empowers us to contribute enter the diverse and excit- Na tional Diplomas, National Diplo- to an improved global, continental ing world of business lead- mas, Diploma and BTech degrees (fol- and local managerial landscape. The ership and control their lowing on from a National Diploma faculty of management’s future-fit Bdestiny. Also known as “manage- or Diploma and classified as a higher identity focuses our time, energy and ment”, business leadership combines level of undergraduate studies) talent on the development of sought an exciting mix of theory and prac- Postgraduate programmes include after organisational leaders creating tice. A good manager is expected to be mation systems management; busi- supervisory to executive development postgraduate diplomas (MTech legacies,” the faculty says. influential, strategic, organised and ness management; hospitality man- through a range of accredited profes- ideally a natural leader. agement; information and knowledge sional development programmes, Almost every job will have a manag- management; industrial psychology customised to its clients’ needs. ing element and therefore it is impor- and people management; marketing Management and leadership devel- Career options tant to develop these skills. To management; public governance; opment has the greatest impact when become a great manager you need to tourism development; tourism man- learning can be converted into action Possible careers students can relations manager, health and well- learn how to “do things right” (as agement; as well as transport and and business results. 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The faculty of management at the sible future-orientated questions, opportunities. information officer; programmer, Marketing management University of Johannesburg (UJ) source appropriate information, and The faculty consists of 10 depart- system analyst, database Marketing manager, marketing links the broad world of ideas to the action sustainable solutions. ments, two research-based centres admini strator, web developer researcher, sales management, world of business by working closely The faculty’s full-time qualifications and an institute, a leadership school and network administrator. brand management, e-marketing, with both the public and private sec- focus on achieving sustainable excel- as well as two centres focused on Business management Training customer service management, tors. The faculty develops future-fit lence in businesses. In addition, the small business and social entrepre- manager, HRD manager, employ- customer relationship manage- leaders in the fields of applied infor- faculty addresses the demand of neurship development. ment relations manager, product ment, advertising, media planning, development manager, branch visual merchandisers, layout spe- manager, general manager, change cialists, shopping centre managers, facilitator, management consultant, product category managers, retail entrepreneur, business innovator, consultants and service retailing. start and run your own business, Public management and financial management, social entre- governance Public managers in preneur and business adviser. state departments, public managers FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT Hospitality management in provincial departments, public Hospitality supervisors, junior hos- managers in municipalities as well Developing Future-fit Leadership pitality managers, rooms division, as administrative and managerial food service manager, private and positions in public, private and executive catering, entrepreneurial NGOP sectors. opportunities, events manager and Tourism management and DEpArTMENTs iN ThE corporate catering manager. development Travel agent, tour Information and knowledge operator, destinations marketing, FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT management Information entrepreneur, tourism development manager, knowledge manager, officer and researcher. • Department of Applied Information Systems researcher, records manager, Transport and supply chain • Department of Business Management business intelligence analyst, management Logistics manager, information consultant, web materials manager, supply chain • Department of Information and Knowledge Management manager and information broker. manager, warehouse and stock • Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management Industrial psychology and manager, production manager, • Department of Marketing Management people management Human transportation manager, transport • Department of Public Management and Governance resources, recruitment and supervisors, distribution supervisor, selection officer, employment and import/export supervisors. • Department of Transport and Supply Chain Management • School of Tourism and Hospitality – Department of Hospitality Management their own interest and career plans. – Department of Tourism Development Deﬁ nitions This type of quali fi cation can be – Department of Tourism Management followed by additional postgraduate • Management is the art of using studies to prepare them for a career

knowledge and technologies to run in a specific field. ALL BCOM DEGrEEs: ONLY MAThEMATiCs ACCEpTED! productive and successful organisa- • A national diploma or diploma All other programmes as well as the Extended BCom Degree: tions and make work more humane. is career focussed and directly Mathematics and Mathematical Literacy accepted. • The faculty of management linked to a specific career field. So, Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does houses all the departments in which for example should you study not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme as specific selection the art of management, entrepre- towards a National Diploma in criteria may be applied. All information subject to possible future change. neurship and leadership is taught Retail Business Management you and researched. will have the option of becoming a • A department houses a group of store manager, visual merchandiser, CONTACT DETAiLs qualifications and programmes. layout specialist, shopping centre Auckland Park Kingsway Campus (APK) +27 (0)11 559 2105 Qualifications include national manager, advertising and sales pro- Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus (APB) +27 (0)11 559 1348 diplomas as well as BTech, BCom motion manager, retail consultant and BA degrees. or start your own business in your Soweto Campus (SWC) +27 (0)11 559 5601 • An undergraduate qualifi ca tion field of specialisation. Students are Email: [email protected] is a first degree, National Diploma required to do a period of Work Web: www.uj.ac.za/management and BTech degree. Integrated Learning (practical Facebook: management@uj • A postgraduate qualification work) in the industry at an follows your first degree, national accredited company to complete the diploma or BTech degree and leads national diploma or diploma. This to a postgraduate diploma, honours, is where they receive hands-on master’s or doctoral degree. experience to add to their • Degrees are traditionally offered theoretical knowledge. at universities and consist of sub- • A BTech degree is classified as a jects from various fields, enabling higher level of undergraduate stud- students to tailor their studies to ies following on a national diploma.

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HOW TO Don’t know what you want to do? This mindmap DECIDE gives you an overview of the questions you should ask What do I like? What do I hate? What do I do Do l work well really well? in teams? What do I ﬁ nd challenging? What do I really, really QUESTIONS want to know ABOUT more about? MYSELF Can I job-shadow How much someone to get money do I an idea of what it’s like? Do I prefer to want to earn? make things Who can I or to read interview QUESTIONS about things about my being made? job? ABOUT THE

How many employers JOB are looking for people What kind of working in the career Is what I want to workplace do I’m considering? do a scarce skill? I want to Am I better at work in? working on my own?

Do I want a How long am spouse? I prepared to MORE study? Do I want children? QUESTIONS ABOUT What hours am I willing MYSELF At what age to work? do I want to retire? What do I want What do I to do in 10 want to do years’ time? MY tomorrow? How hard am I willing to work? CAREER

MONEY MATTERS What sector education and • How much will my studies cost? training authorities (Setas) function in my industry? • Where will I live while I’m studying? What qualifi cations are • How will I pay for my studies? available in my fi eld? • Where can I get a bursary or study loan? What are the admissions requirements for my fi eld of • Who will pay for my studies? study? • Can I get fi nancial aid? What subjects should I choose in grade 9 for grade 10 to 12? Can I study through a university, university of technology, FET college, learnerships, apprenticeships or internships? What level of education do I want? 4 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 SAICA Advertorial Why CA(SA) spells success The debate about your career path begs the question: Can I get both monetary reward and job satisfaction? The answer is a very firm yes

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CA(SA), says that the qualification Perhaps you plan on going into opens up the world. commerce, starting your own busi- “With CA(SA) after your name, ness or want to enter a profession there are very few business obsta- that will ensure you always have a cles you can’t conquer. The CA(SA) well paid job anywhere in the world. designation is well thought of and Alupheli Sithebe CA(SA) is a co-founder of Kamva Advisory & Associates Inc, an IDC Dealmaker and a Becoming a chartered accountant recognised the world over.” seasoned world traveller. Photo: courtesy of SAICA provides you with the opportunity It is easily the most sought after to realise these plans. professional qualification in South • 29.7% of chief executives of the tion and 55% said the CA(SA) desig- • Business advisory — business The South African Chartered African business. A recent survey of JSE top 40 are CA(SA)s nation was the “most admired” busi- plans, profit improvement advice, Accountancy qualification, abbrevi- the top 200 companies on the This shows that there is a demand ness designation investment strategies ated as CA(SA), is not only highly Johannesburg Stock Exchange for chartered accountants in the • Forensic accounting — investi- regarded in South Africa, but found that: corporate world. And, this year an How do you become a CA(SA)? gate fraud, high overhead costs throughout the world. There are • 89.6% of finance directors are independent survey of South You’ve got to have that university • Corporate finance — mergers, approximately 6 000 South African CA(SA)s African business leaders found that exemption in the bag (that means acquisitions, disposals chartered accountants who are • 32.3% of directorships are CA(SA)s 99% knew of the CA(SA) designa- you must work hard in your last few • Schemed finance — structured years of school). deals, investments and businesses You’ll need at least a C-plus in • Company secretarial — statutory mathematics (simple maths literacy books is a definite no-no). • Wealth management — estate Teachers influence their learners by You could do accounting until planning, wills and trusts grade 12 (but that’s a bonus, not an • Entrepreneur — pursue a busi- shaping their lives and hence, play essential). ness of your choice You must be able to debate in • Education — lecturer an important role in moulding the English. If you do your training contract in Next you need to apply to study a one of the large accounting firms, relevant BCom degree at a Saica you can specialise fairly early in society as a whole. accredited university. your training, focusing on specific Saica, as a registered education sectors or industries such as mining, and training quality authority manufacturing, banking or financial Teachers traditionally have played a major role in the (ETQA), only recognises certain uni- services. In a small- or medium- versities as having the necessary sized firm you may find you can life of an individual and his/her overall upbringing. The quality to academically qualify move into, or even start, one of the prospective CA(SA)s. These univer- firm’s subsidiary companies that Chartered Accountancy [CAs(SA)] designation plays the sities are rigorously and continu- might include corporate govern- ously monitored to promote quality ance, internal auditing, information same role- it offers learners lots of job opportunities in the content and delivery of the technology and recruitment. education programme. A list of In government you might see and leadership roles in business industries and the accredited universities and detailed what makes the economy tick at the flexibility to work wherever and whenever. career information is available at National Treasury or guard public www.nowican.co.za. spending with the auditor general. Once you finish your BCom degree Regardless of where you serve your and then the certificate in theory of training contract, your qualification Go on teachers; continue doing the great work of accounting (CTA) — an honours is the same: the globally recognised level degree — you will start your and prestigious CA(SA). encouraging learners to study core mathematics at three-year internship (called your While you are completing your “articles”) with an accounting firm, training contract there are two final schools. Let them choose to become future business in government or in a commercial qualifying exams that must be company. This is called a training passed before you can call yourself a leaders, let them become Chartered Accountants contract. CA(SA) and can practise as a CA(SA). [CAs(SA)] and contribute to South Africa’s economy. A training contract is tough. You They are the Initial Test of Compe- have to hold down a fulltime job, tence (ITC) and the Assessment of study for your various exams and Professional Competence (APC). still find time for some recreation. You can now work in almost any Teachers can do a lot by stimulating learners by creating But it can be done and more than field of business. For example: 33 000 CA(SA)s can testify to this. • You can go into private practice new ways of looking at Maths. However, it requires discipline and • You can work as a tax adviser or good time management. consultant You will be deeply involved with • You can become a forensic practical issues of real businesses, accountant SAICA Develop, Influence, Lead all the while fine tuning your aca- • An entrepreneur demic knowledge. You could possi- • A financial manager bly work in one or a combination of • A chief financial officer the following environments: • A chief executive • Auditing — express your opinion The list goes on, beyond account- on financial statements ing firms. • Taxation — tax consultant; advise A CA(SA)’s reputation is built on clients on their tax four pillars: integrity, ethics, techni- • Accounting — lead a team that cal excellence and training. handles the payroll, VAT returns, So, go ahead. Take that big step and tax reports, annual financial become a chartered accountant and statements, cash flow forecasts put that smart designation after your te00030 and the like name: CA(SA). It’s called success. Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 5 ACCOUNTING & FINANCE

WHAT ACCOUNTANTS DO

• Keep record of companies’ • Manage businesses income and expenditure • Compile budgets Understanding • Handle money, cheques and • Control expenses of numbers other payments • Manage purchases • Manage assets Interest in how • Teach children businesses work • Plan what to do with money • Lecture at tertiary level • Ensure all legal requirements Interest in are met banking systems SKILLS

Excellent language YOU’LL NEED skills Ability to deal Computer Attention skills with people to detail QUALIFICATIONS Presentation Creativity skills Advanced diploma Certifi cate Diploma National certifi cate Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (BComAcc) USEFUL CONTACTS Bachelor of Accounting Science (BAccSc) Aa-Bb Bachelor of Economic Aa Science (BEconSc) Bankseta Fasset Ab Inseta See pages 30 to 31 for contact details ACCOUNTING & FINANCE CHOOSE THESE Accountant SUBJECTS MUST HAVE Accounts clerk Asset manager Mathematics (or 70% for Maths Literacy) Administrator Auditor Accounting USEFUL Financial Banker consultant Computer science Bookkeeper Economics Financial CAREER Consumer studies planner OPTIONS Business studies Financial Business manager secretary Chartered Company accountant secretary Clerk ODIES Compliance Commercial NAL B offi cer lawyer SIO Foreign ES exchange OF Economist offi cer PR The South African Institute of Insurance Chartered Accountants (SAICA) consultant Investment manager PO Box 59875, Kengray, 2100 Internal Tel 011 621 6600 www.saica.co.za auditor Management The Independent Regulatory Board accountant of Auditors is the statutory body that controls public accountancy in South Tax consultant Lecturer Africa www.irba.co.za MORE The Southern African Institute of Teacher CAREER Chartered Secretaries and Administrators www.icsa.co.za OPTIONS The Association of Chartered Certifi ed Teller Offi ce Accountants www.acca.org.za administrator Chartered Institute of Management Property Accountants valuator Property www.cimaglobal.com manager South African Institute of Professional Financial manager Accountants www.saipa.co.za Institute of Certifi ed Bookkeepers Supply chain www.icb.org.za manager Institute of Administration and Commerce www.iacsa.co.za 6 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 AGRICULTURE

WHAT AGRICULTURALISTS DO

• Own and manage farms • Plan and develop how to use QUALIFICATIONS • Own and manage wholesale South Africa’s land BTech (Agricultural management) or retail businesses • Farm with game animals, BTech (Animal health) • Plan and develop farm trees, grapes, cattle, vegeta- BTech (Horticulture) bles, eggs, poultry, sheep, management systems BTech (Nature conservation) • Look after animals pigs, ﬁ sh, herbs and a variety of other animals and plants BSc (Agriculture) aka BSc Agric • Plant crops • Make sure food is safe to eat BSc Agric (Animal science) • Work with water BSc Agric (Agric economics) BSc Agric (Animal health) BSc Agric (Crop science) BSc (Land management) USEFUL CONTACTS BVSC (Veterinary science) Diploma in agricultural crop science, Aa-Bb animal health, nature conservation, Aa The South African Society for agricultural management or animal Agricultural Extension (Sasae) science Tel 014 533 2172, Fax 086 541 2166 BA (Environmental management) [email protected], www.sasae.co.za Bachelor of consumer science (in Ab African Association of Agricultural hospitality management, journalism, Economists (AAAE) PO Box 63515-00619, food and nutrition or food retail Nairobi, Kenya, Tel +254 572 511 300 management) [email protected], www.aaae-africa.org BSc (Environmental management) Ac Agricultural Research Council PO Box 8783, Pretoria 0001 Tel 012 427 9700, Fax 012 342 3948 www.arc.agric.za AGRICULTURE

An interest in biological CHOOSE THESE SUBJECTS sciences MUST HAVE The ability to Two languages, one on home language wake up early (for level some careers) SKILLS Mathematics (for degree-level courses) A business- Physical Science (for degree-level courses) oriented YOU’LL NEED A strong, healthy USEFUL mind body (for the A vernacular language (isiZulu, isiXhosa, more physically isiNdebele, Sesotho, Siswati, Setswana, The ability to work with involved careers) plants, animals and humans Sepedi, Xitsonga or Tsivenda) An Life sciences Good communication analytical skills Accounting but practical Equine studies mind PROFESS Hospitality management ION Agricultural science AL BO Agricultural management practices D Farmer Agricultural technology Agri South Africa IE PO Box 1508 S Farm manager Business studies Pretoria 0001 Consumer studies Animal welfare Tel (012) 322 6980 Economics Fax: 012 320 0557 ofﬁ cer Agronomist [email protected], Tourism Agricultural Animal scientist www.agriinfo.co.za journalist Geneticist Agricultural lawyer Meat Environmental Garden centre planner farmer manager Water resource specialist Vegetable farmer Greenskeeper Quality Dairy CAREER Economic control coordinator development Waste farmer Fish OPTIONS specialist manager Package designer farmer Grounds Forester manager Packaging Laboratory manager engineer Zoo keeper Beekeeper Animal Food safety ofﬁ cer Environmental nutritionist scientist Ecologist Viticulturalist Sustainable Soil conservationist development Farm appraiser (grape farmer) MORE specialist Tree surgeon Agricultural Horticulturalist CAREER aviator National African Animal pathologist (plants) OPTIONS Farmers’ Union (NAFU) Financial manager The Executive Director, Plant Hydrologist NAFU pathologist (water) Wholesale buyer PO Box 9624, Centurion 0046 Veterinarian Tel 012 672 9301 Retail buyer Fax 012 672 9309 Veterinary assistant Manufacturing South African SA Veterinary Council manager Veterinary Association (SAVC Commodity trader (SAVA) )PO Box 40510 Environmental Arcadia 0007 analyst PO Box 25033, Tel 012 342 1612 Agricultural production Monument Park 0105 Fax 012 342 4354 specialist Tel 012 346 1150 [email protected] Fax 012 346 2929 www.savc.org.za Purchasing [email protected] manager www.vetassociation.co.za KATHU CAMPUS / UPINGTON CAMPUS /

NAMAQUALAND CAMPUS: ENGINEERING STUDIES

Best Results Excellent Lecturers Affordable Training Good discipline Quality programs

DAY CLASSES DAY CLASSES: NSFAS bursaries are available for FULL NATIONAL CERTIFICATE VOCATIONAL N2 ONLY TIME students only.

Requirements/Vereistes: Requirements/Vereistes: They must have the following documents to apply: Ø Minimum requirement a Grade 9 certificate for entry Ø Gr. 12 with Mathematics and PhysicalSciences. Ø 3 x certified copies of your ID Level 2 Ø Minimum of 40% for Mathematics and Science. Ø 2 x certified copies of your highest qualifications. Ø Copy of ID Ø Copy of ID. Ø 1 x certified copy of both parents ID Ø Medical test conducted by one of the mines in the area. Ø 1 x certified copy of both parents proof of income General information: Ø TTB – test also conducted by one of the mines in the area. Ø 1 x certified copy ofdeath certificate of mother or father if Ø Four directions of study: applicable • Electrical Infrastructure & Construction. General information: Ø 1 x certified copy of guardian’s ID and latest proof of • Engineering & Related design: Automotive repair and Ø Five directions of study: Electrical, Millwright, Diesel, income or affidavit from SAPS if unemployed Maintenance. Fitting & Turning and Platework. • Engineering & Related design: Fitting & Turning. Ø The duration of a N-program is ± 4 months. • Engineering & Related design: Engineering Fabrication. Ø Registration will take place at January, May and Ø The programmes are design to provide theory and September of each year. practical experience. Ø A certificate will be issued after the successful completion Ø The programme will only be offered on a full time basis. of each N-program. Ø The duration of the NCV programme is one year per Part time classes: level. Requirements to qualify as an artisan: Ø Registration will be annually at the beginning of each year. Ø Passed all four N2 subjects with 40%. Requirements: Ø A certificate will be issued after the successful completion Ø ± 1 Year Institutional training. of each level. Ø Passed previous Nated level. Ø ± 1.5 Year on-the-job training. Ø NSFAS bursaries are available for full time students only. Ø NCO – N2 – send by employer (Indentured students). Ø Passed the relevant Trade Test. Ø Certification by MQA. Requirements to qualify as an artisan: General information: Ø Passed all four L4 vocational subjects with 50%. Further studies: Ø Part time classes will depent on the availability of students Ø Passed Fundamental subjects. (with the exception that Ø N3 –N6 Ø The duration of a N-program is ± 4 months. Mathematics must be passed with 40%). Ø Registration will take place at January, May and Ø ± 1 Year Institutional training. September of each year. Ø ± 1.5 Year on-the-job training. Ø A certificate will be issued after the successful completion Ø Passed the relevant Trade Test. Registration: of each N-program. Ø Certification by MQA.

Full time Nated: 07 – 11 January 2013 Opportunities for further studies: Ø Further studies at a University of Technology (Technikon). Part time Nated: 07 – 11 January 2013 Ø Nated courses (N4 – N6). Full time NCV: 07 – 11 January 2013

Enquiries:

Kathu Campus Upington Campus Namaqualand Campus MR. C. BEUKES: MR. A. BEUKES: MR. R. CLOETE Tel: (053)723 3281/2 Tel: (054) 332 4711 Tel: (027) 744 1360

Cell: 082 553 0155 Cell: 082 319 9367 Cell: 083 751 2845 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Contact information of mines in the area: Anglo American: Kumba F. Nieuwenhuis (053) 739 3328 [email protected] Anglo American: Kolomela A.R. Kroch (053) 313 7733 [email protected] Assmang: Khumani D. Thekisho (053) 723 8102 [email protected] Assmang: Black Rock J. Hanekom (053) 751 5365 [email protected] SAMANCOR L. Potgieter (053) 742 2374 [email protected] Black Mountain W. Hollenbach (054) 983 9605 [email protected] Alexcor M. Duckitt (027) 831 8300 [email protected] Saldana( Transnet) D. Uys (022) 703 4069 [email protected] IDWALA D. Byleveld (053)384 8599 [email protected]

PPC Lime T. Jordaan (053) 385 8260 [email protected] mg00025

www.ukzn.ac.za

UKZN is ranked in the top 3% of the Worlds Universities by the Academic Ranking of World Universities, the QS World University Rankings and The Times Higher Education Ranking INSPIRING GREATNESS Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 9 EDUCATION

WHAT EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS DO • Look after and teach children • Convey the basics of under the age of 6 language, counting, colours • Stimulate growth and and shapes to children development in all areas of • Help children to understand the child’s life and process emotions and • Teach small children, mainly experiences through play and stories • Build children’s self-conﬁ - • Understand and apply dence on a physical and exactly how and why emotional level Nursery children grow, learn and • Help children develop their school teacher change motor skills (how to use their bodies) Principal Creché owner Deputy principal Creché helper

Intervention Creché teacher co-ordinator CAREER Social worker OPTIONS Nursery Therapist school owner

Play group Teacher’s assistant teacher QUALIFICATIONS Home care School Bachelor of Education assistant administrator (BEd) in Early Childhood Development and Foundation phase Child psychologist Diploma in Grade R teaching BEd (Honours) in EARLY Educational psychology Bachelor of Arts (Early CHILDHOOD childhood and youth) Post-Graduate Certiﬁ cate in Education (ECD & Foundation DEVELOPMENT Phase) – if you have another degree already

CHOOSE THESE SUBJECTS

MUST HAVE Two languages, one on home language level USEFUL Art Mathematics Extracurricular sports

SIONAL BODIES OFES PR

South African Council for Educators Interest in teaching Private Bag X127, Centurion, 0046 and learning Creativity Tel 086 1007 223 Fax 012 663 9238 / 012 679 9726 www.sace.org.za Interest in children Self- discipline Knowledge The South African Council on Higher to impart Compassion Education SKILLS PO Box 94, Persequor Technopark, Problem- YOU’LL NEED Brummeria, 0020 solving Tel 012 349 3840 skills www.che.ac.za

Ability to Physically Stamina healthy work with children

Patience 10 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 UJ Education Advertorial Becoming a teacher One of the big challenges South Africa as an emerging economy faces is improving its education, and in particular, developing teachers

he key to effective schools The University of Johannesburg’s lies in the quality of the (UJ’s) faculty of education is a lead- teachers. This is some- ing faculty in undergraduate thing that the Finnish peo- teacher education and school ple understand: in Finland principals are eager to appoint UJ Tteaching is the most respected pro- graduates when they need to fill fession of all. It is often more difficult vacant teaching posts. to be accepted into a teacher educa- From the moment of entering the tion programme at the University of qualification as a first year BEd stu- Helsinki than it is to be accepted for dent, students experience a sense of medical studies! belonging, due to a very strong focus Above: A Funda UJabule concert. In South Africa we need passionate on the First Year Experience (FYE). Right: A drumming session at and creative top-achieving Grade 12 The FYE programme was devel- Achterberg. Photos: courtesy of UJ learners to pursue BEd degrees and oped to support new students in to become great teachers. finding their academic feet and to “service learning”, where they learn adapt to the challenges of tertiary about issues of social justice and Why teaching? studies. Early in the first year, dur- numerous other aspects related to Teaching is a very fulfilling profes- ing the autumn recess, students are the teaching profession, by spend- sion. Christa McAuliffe’s sentiments taken on an excursion of three days ing a prescribed number of hours in of “I touch the future — I teach!” is during which the focus is on what it one of UJ’s partner schools. also echoed by Henry Adams, who means to become a teacher. Teaching in the faculty is guided said that “A teacher affects eternity; UJ education students also get a by the principle of “learning to be”, he can never tell where his influence lot of hands-on experience in and young teachers are assisted to stops”. authentic situations, namely in achieve their fullest potential. If you become a teacher, you are actual schools during blocks of The faculty is a pioneer in the field going to inspire, among others, school experience throughout the of establishing teaching schools in future poets, architects, engineers, four years of study. In the fourth South Africa. A teaching school ful- scientists and doctors. year, students also engage in fils a similar role in the education of

teachers as a teaching hospital in the programmes in the faculty is science education of medical practitioners. education, which has experienced Students at the Soweto Campus do phenomenal growth over the past the bulk of their practical work dur- five years. ing their first three years of study at Other flagship programmes are the the Funda UJabule School, a technology education, educational partnership between UJ and the psychology and childhood educa- Gauteng department of education. tion at the Soweto campus. The school, situated on the Soweto The faculty offers exciting post- Campus, is a first of its kind in South graduate career paths and BEd Africa. graduates are spoilt for choice From 2013, students studying to regarding post-graduate specialisa- become natural, physical or life sci- tions. Top academics provide excel- ences teachers, as well as mathemat- lent supervision to post-graduate ics teachers, will be working in the students. UJ Metropolitan Academy, one of The faculty works hard to estab- the academically best performing lish a strong community of practice schools in the country, and it is among these students, for example hoped that this school will eventu- by hosting post-graduate research ally also become a teaching school indabas, as well as research work- associated with the Faculty of shops for master’s and doctoral stu- Education, UJ. dents. Furthermore, the faculty has This is a pilot research study and a very strong research footprint, as the ideal is to expand this to all well as a community engagement fields of study. This initiative pro- focus. vides students with rich and authentic experiences of the teaching Visit the faculty’s web page and read INITIAL TEACHING EDUCATION PROGRAMMES 2014 profession while still studying. about the interesting research and One of the flagship undergraduate projects at www.uj.ac.za/edu Do you want to become a teacher? Your future is with UJ Faculty of Education. WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING BACHELOR OF EDUCATION DEGREES (B.Ed): • Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching (Grade R – 3) on the Soweto What you can study Campus The faculty of education at the offered from 2014 at the Soweto • Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching (Grade 4 – 7) on the Soweto University of Johannesburg is a Campus (subject to approval) Campus (subject to final approval by the Department of Higher Education and caring, dynamic and engaged BEd Senior Phase and FET This Training and accreditation by the Council on Higher Education) faculty, and is considered one of four-year degree qualifies teachers • Bachelor of Education focussing on High School Teaching (Grade 7–12) on the the top faculties of education in for high school teaching (grades 7 Auckland Park Campus the country. to 12) and is offered at the Duration Minimum of four years full-time The faculty offers the following Auckland Park Kingsway Campus range of programmes for BEd (Honours) This is a one year Bursaries contact person Minette Botha, Tel: 011 559 5107, Email [email protected] prospective students: full-time (or two years part-time) How to apply Contact the Student Enrolment Centre before 30 October 2013 BEd Foundation Phase qualification in various at 011 559 4555 or email: [email protected]. (Grade R to 3) This four-year specialisation areas initial teacher education pro- Master in Education (various No late applications and no walk-ins in 2014 gramme (degree) is offered at the specialisation areas) will be considered trendy Soweto Campus, as well as Doctoral studies (PhD) A number at the Siyabuswa Campus in of new qualifications (Advanced Mpumalanga Diplomas in Education and Post- BEd Intermediate Phase graduate Diplomas in Education) (Grade 4 to 7) This course will be are currently being developed. Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 11 EDUCATION

Grade R to 3 WHAT PRIMARY SCHOOL teacher EDUCATORS DO Grade 4 to 7 • Teach children from Grade R to 4 • Assess how much children teacher Principal (Foundation phase) and Grade 4 have learnt to 7 (Intermediate Phase) • Help children to understand • Stimulate growth and and process emotions and Deputy principal development in all areas of experiences Therapist primary school children’s lives • Build children’s self-conﬁ dence • Understand and apply exactly on a physical and emotional CAREER how and why children grow, level Social worker OPTIONS learn and change • Help children develop their • Convey the basics of reading, motor skills (how to use their Teacher’s writing and mathematics to bodies) assistant children Intervention School co-ordinator administrator

Child psychologist

QUALIFICATIONS Diploma in Grade R PRIMARY teaching Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Foundation and SCHOOL Intermediate Phase BEd (Honours) in Educational psychology TEACHING Post-Graduate Certiﬁ - cate in Education (Foun- dation & Intermediate Phases) – if you have another degree already

CHOOSE THESE SUBJECTS MUST HAVE Two languages, one on home language level School subject you want to teach USEFUL A vernacular language at home or ﬁ rst additional language level Mathematics Natural science Life sciences Geography History Interest in teaching Economic and management and learning Creativity sciences Life orientation Interest in children Self- discipline Visual arts Knowledge ODIES to impart SKILLS Compassion AL B SION Problem- YOU’LL NEED ES solving OF skills R South African Council for Educators P Private Bag X127, Centurion, 0046 Ability to Tel 086 1007 223 Physically Stamina healthy work with Fax 012 663 9238 / 012 679 9726 children www.sace.org.za Patience The South African Council on Higher Education PO Box 94, Persequor Technopark, Brummeria, 0020 Tel 012 349 3840 www.che.ac.za 12 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 EDUCATION

WHAT WHAT HIGH SCHOOL AND FET TEACHERS DO • Teach children from Grade 8 • Understand and apply to 12 exactly how and why • Teach learners in further teenagers grow, learn and education and training (FET) change colleges • Help teenagers and young QUALIFICATIONS • Stimulate growth and adults to understand and Bachelor of Education development in all areas of process emotions and (BEd) in Senior Phase high school children’s lives experiences • Take responsibility for BEd (Honours) in Educa- • Assess how much teenagers tional psychology and young adults have learnt extra-curricular activities like soccer coaching Any degree with school subjects up to second Grade 8 to year level, plus a Post- 12 teacher Graduate Certiﬁ cate in Education (Intermediate Subject teacher and Senior Phases) Principal Diploma in teaching Head of speciﬁ c subjects department Deputy Therapist principal HIGH SCHOOL CAREER OPTIONS Social AND FET TEACHING worker Teacher’s assistant

Intervention School CHOOSE THESE co-ordinator administrator SUBJECTS Child MUST HAVE psychologist Two languages, one on home language level School subject you want to teach USEFUL A vernacular language at home or ﬁ rst additional language level Mathematics Natural science Life sciences Economic and management sciences Geography

Interest in teaching and learning Interest in Creativity Have you considered teenagers and Self- young adults discipline the number of career Knowledge SKILLS Compassion to impart YOU’LL NEED options within Problem- solving Physical skills Ability to health Stamina work with the Finance and teenagers Patience and young Accounting sector? adults

From the exciting, edge-of-your-seat world of stockbroking to the highly valued practice of financial planning, the Finance and Accounting Services (Fasset) Sector has a career for every aspiring number cruncher. Just some of the many careers in the sector include BODIES accountancy, bookkeeping, debt collecting, tax practitioning and auditing. There are so NAL BLACKMOON 11700 SIO many opportunities available in the fields of finance and accounting that the possibilities FES are truly endless. Visit www.fasset.org.za/CareerGuidance/Unemployed_ O R South African Council for Educators Learners.aspx today to get your career started! P Private Bag X127, Centurion, 0046 Tel 086 1007 223 Fax 012 663 9238 / 012 679 9726 www.sace.org.za The South African Council on Higher Education PO Box 94, Persequor Technopark, Brummeria, 0020 Tel 012 349 3840 www.che.ac.za Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 13 EDUCATION

WHAT EDUCATOR LEADERS DO • Oversee teachers in all schools and FET colleges QUALIFICATIONS • Stimulate growth and develop- Bachelor of Education ment in their school or college (BEd) • Understand and apply how to develop educators and teachers Diploma in school leadership • Assess how well teachers are doing their jobs • Plan curriculums EDUCATION LEADERSHIP

Head of department Deputy principal PROFESSION Strong leader- Principal AL B ship abilities Excellent OD interpersonal Employee School IE An existing skills administrator S in local, South African Council education Self- provincial CAREER for Educators qualiﬁ cation discipline or national OPTIONS Private Bag X127, education Centurion, 0046 Teaching SKILLS department Tel 086 1007 223 experience Creativity Education Fax 012 663 9238 / 012 679 9726 YOU’LL NEED policy www.sace.org.za analyst Keen interest The South African Council in teaching Compassion Assessor on Higher Education and learning Interest in PO Box 94, Persequor helping Problem- Technopark, Brummeria, 0020 people solving Tel 012 349 3840 grow skills www.che.ac.za 14 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 University of Venda Advertorial More than R230 000 goes to students for exceptional academic performance

or the first time in the his- ronment that promotes the aca- tory of the University of demic project,” said Mbati. Venda, the vice-chancellor The director of the Centre for and principal, Professor Higher Education Teaching and Peter Mbati, handed over Learning, Dr Clever Ndebele pro- Fmore than R230 000 to 26 students vided a background of Vice- with outstanding performance as Chancellor’s Student Academic part of the Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Awards. Student Academic Excellence Ndebele explained to staff and Awards. students that the first ever Vice The handover took place at the Chancellor’s Student Academic University Auditorium during the Excellence awards will be for the best official opening of 2013 academic performing students during 2012 year on January 31 2013. academic year in the Foundation The top three performing students Programme, at first year level, sec- were Jubilant Sibanda and Walter ond year level and third year level for Mutwari, who are both from the four year degree programmes. He School of Management Sciences, indicated that the awards would be and Lillian Muchakubvura of the in both cash and kind. School of Human and Social Twenty percent of the award be in Sciences. cash with the remainder in kind In congratulating the top per- (tuition fees, book vouchers, accom- formers, Mbati said that the awards modation) depending on the are intended to promote a culture of student’s choice. The Foundation teaching and learning in the schools year and first year students received through competition for the awards. R8 000 each and a certificate, second “As a higher education institution year students received R9 000 each committed to quality teaching and and a certificate while third year learning, this inaugural student students received R10 000 each and excellence award ceremony signals a certificate. our intent to do whatever is in our The 2011 Univen Student Senate power to provide a conducive envi- and Senate Teaching and Learning Prof Peter Mbati hands over an award to Jubilant Julian Sibanda, a second year student in Bachelor of Com- Committee proposed to Senate that merce Business Economics. Photo: University of Venda annual academic excellence awards should be instituted for undergradu- Opening ate students at all levels. Other students who received the awards were Muvhuso Mutshinyani, Address Mashudu Rambau and Nomsa Chimuti of the school of agriculture; In his official opening address, Tosifa Ashrafi, Tabassum Ashrafi the vice-chancellor and princi- and Mxolisi Zitha of the school of pal extended a special word of education; Brilliant Ttivaone, welcome to all first year students Simbarashe Mutapanduwa and and congratulated them for their Abercon Mbedzi of the school of exceptional performance in high environmental sciences; Maphoko school and for getting admission Phatlane, Frances Taylor and into university. Pfungwa Mambanga of the school of “This as you know is a rare privi- health sciences; Mcdonald lege and an opportunity that you Matemera and Kamogelo Serage of must steadfastly embrace to the school of human and social ensure that you successfully com- sciences; Vivian Mutyasira, Jorum plete your university degree or Duri and Martha Mazango of the diploma programme within the school of law; Tshilidzi Makhado of stipulated time. You have chosen the school of management sciences; wisely to come and study at the and Kausarbanu Delawala, Lucpah University of Venda, a quality Nekati and Sedzani Mathoho of the driven financially sustainable school of mathematical and natural comprehensive university which sciences. offers a diverse range of quality During the official opening, the under graduate and post graduate vice chancellor and principal programmes in various fields of reminded staff and students that study from agriculture, education, 2012 was a good year as we were environmental sciences, health celebrating 30 years of existence. sciences, human and social sci- Mbati highlighted that for the past 5 ences, law, management sciences, to 7 years, the University committed and, mathematical and natural approximately R800-million in Prof Peter Mbati with the best performing students. Photo: University of Venda sciences” said Mbati. various infrastructure projects to He said that “2012 was a partic- address a number of demands by the second phase of the School of Education and Training Authority tions, Dr Jannie Zaaiman, said ularly good year for us at the both staff and students. Education; Facilities upgrade for (CETA) has awarded Univen “What makes Univen the most University of Venda. It is a year He also reported that the minister media laboratory, language labora- R22-million while on the other hand special University in the world is that we celebrated coming of age of higher education and training tory and music studio; Construction BANKSETA awarded R400 000 for that it is becoming a unique com- — 30 years of making a positive has approved a further R340 million of a student centre, roads & parking, the purchase of equipment and munity of commitment: commit impact in the lives of so many! for a number of projects for the 2012 storm water upgrades, sewage other essential learning materials ment to the highest excellence in “I am proud to say that we at to 2014 financial years. upgrade and lighting on campus. for our students with disabilities our work, commitment to the great- Univen have a nuanced under- The funds will be distributed to The vice chancellor further indi- and all these projects will kick-start est humanity in our dealings with standing of a university evidenced the following projects: Extension of cated that the department of higher in 2013”, said Mbati. others, and commitment to the with the recognition from The the disability unit; New Health education and training made funds He informed staff and students deepest devotion to careers not of International Socrates Committee Sciences building; Establishment of available for the construction of a about the new programmes to be selfishness, but of service.” of Europe Business Assembly an animal biotechnology labora- clinical training laboratory. He also introduced such as engineering; The deputy vice chancellor aca- (Oxford, UK), which conferred to tory; Construction of two new highlighted the projects that will mining engineering; water engi- demic, Prof Xikombiso Mbhenyane, the University of Venda the student residences; Construction of take place in 2013 which include: a neering; agricultural engineering; proposed a vote of thanks in which International European Quality new campus clinic; student lappa; health sciences (optometry, den- she challenged male students to Award held on 12th July 2012 four soccer pitches; swimming pool tistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, work very hard to ensure that in the under the auspices of Dublin City Univen is becoming a and upgrade of the student enter- biomedical technology) and con- 2014’s V ice Chancellor Student Council’s Summit of Leaders and tainment centre. struction technology. Academic Excellence Awards, there Euroscience Open Forum”. unique community of “In an effort to boost infrastruc- In welcoming staff and students, is a gender balance of the recipients commitment ture development, Construction the deputy vice chancellor opera- of the awards. Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 15 University of Venda Advertorial

Above left: Deputy minister of higher education and training meeting students queing for registration. Above: Deputy minister of the depart ment of higher education and training, Mduduzi Manana addresing Univen senior managers and SRC. Below right: Deputy minister of higher education and training visiting students at the online registration point. Photos: University of Venda

Thumbs up for Univen registration Deputy minister of higher education and puter stations were made available commended Univen for the growing which has been introduced this for online registration’’, said student enrolment numbers, infra year. Manana later visited the disa training, Mduduzi Manana, gives his Mugwedi. structure development, increased bility student unit to see available stamp of approval He reported that there were 1 834 graduation and pass rates. facilities and equipment. first year students who were admit While acknowledging good rela Tshifhwa Mbuvha, head of the dis he deputy minister of management and SRC members. ted as on the January 14 2013 while tionship between the SRC and man ability unit, explained to the deputy higher education and The deputy registrar, Humphrey late application for admission goes agement, he encouraged student minister that the unit supports training, Mduduzi Mugwedi made a presentation on on. He reiterated that the target for leadership to continue to engage students with various disabilities Manana, accompanied by selection and registration of stu new intake remains at 3 000 to management in a more responsible including visual, hearing, physical, senior members of his dents. “As part of the registration maintain the 11 000 target for 2013. manner on issues that affect the speech impairment and chronic Tstaff, visited the University of Venda management plan and in particular He concluded with a reminder that student body such as bursaries. diseases (diabetes/epilepsy). on January 15 2013. to reduce long queues, 300 com the last date for registration is the Manana paid a courtesy visit to Manana had an opportunity to The aim of the visit was to evalu 26 of February 2013. students who were busy registering interact with some final year dis ate and assess the impact of the ‘’We are here as an attempt to online and wished them well in the abled students and motivated them Apply now/Khetha Career Guidance All students who inter assess the impact of our Apply now/ 2013 academic year. to enrol for post graduate studies. Campaign aimed at encourag acted with the deputy Khetha Career Guidance Campaign He encouraged them to use this Gadisi, material production tech ing matric learners to apply early launched last year in June following facility as it is aimed at shortening nology practitioner, demonstrated for admissions at the institutions minister confirmed that a tragedy in University of Johannes registration process and reducing to the delegation how some techno of higher learning to avoid the registration process burg in which a parent lost her life long queues. He also interacted with logical facilities inside the unit long queues at the beginning of the was much faster due to during a stampede while assisting first-time entering students who operate. year. her son to register’’ said Manana. were on queues. The delegation was impressed The event which was held in the online registration His visit was to find out challenges All students who interacted with with the quality of the technological the University of Venda Council which has been related to registration of new the deputy minister confirmed that equipment available to assist Chambers, was attended by among students and also to show support registration process was much students living with disabilities in others members of council, senior introduced this year during this difficult process. He faster due to the online registration the unit. 16 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WHAT INFORMATION TECHNOLOGISTS DO • Plan IT systems for businesses • Run the internet • Develop and maintain • Teach children Understanding computer systems • Lecture at tertiary level of numbers • Sell intricate systems for • Write manuals about the Excellent language businesses equipment they make skills Computer • Install computer networks • Design new technology skills • Write instructions for • Administer databases Ability to computers • Run computer networks for work on • Interact with people at every businesses your own SKILLS level • Find ways of making but also to • Help people make businesses more effi cient deal with YOU’LL NEED Research computers work • Present their fi ndings at people skills conferences Fascination with Enjoy how electronic Attention solving equipment works to detail problems Creativity Presentation skills Writing skills QUALIFICATIONS Advanced diploma Certifi cate Diploma National certifi cate Bachelor of Commerce in Business Informatics USEFUL CONTACTS Bachelor of Technology in Information Aa-Bb Technology (BTech IT) Aa MICT Bachelor of Science in Computer Science See pages 30 to Ab (BSc CompSci) 31 for contact details Vendor-specifi c courses (like Microsoft, HP or INFORMATION SAP courses) TECHNOLOGY

Business analyst Chief information CHOOSE THESE ofﬁ cer Data processor SUBJECTS Chief technology ofﬁ cer Database designer MUST HAVE English Programmer Database Mathematics (not Maths Project manager administrator Literacy) CAREER Physical Science Quality Assurer OPTIONS USEFUL Developer Security analyst Engineering Graphics and Design Multimedia Helpdesk support specialist consultant Computer Science

Network Lecturer Software administrator engineer Network Solutions engineer architect Software tester System administrator

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A learnership is a professional education The apprenticeship system is a well and training programme which aims to known technical training system which combine structured learning and work includes practical and theoretical training. experience so that a learner obtains a Apprenticeships are offered in designated qualification registered on the trades, and upon passing a trade test, the National Qualifications candidate will be recognised as an artisan. Framework (NQF) Who is eligible for an Who is eligible to enter the apprenticeship programme? learnership programme? Any person, employed or unemployed, Any South African citizen, 16 years or older. may apply to register for a learnership: There are different admission requirements for the various trades. Competence in Maths, Science and English will enhance your • If you are unemployed, you may chances of selection. register for a learnership programme within the sector where your company or organisation operates; or How does one apply for the apprenticeship programme? • If you are unemployed, you may register for placement in a learnership programme at your local labour • If you are unemployed, you may centre or employers in your area. apply to a company that is offering an The Department of Labour refers apprenticeship programme; or unemployed individuals, who meet the minimum criteria, to employers looking • If you are employed, consult with your for learners. employer as to the correct procedures to be followed so that you may pursue How does one apply for a such training. learnership programme? • If you are unemployed, find out what learnerships are available in the sector in which you work. Upon deciding which learnership programme is appropriate, you will need to enter an The merSETA offers a limited number agreement with your employer stating of bursaries in the Engineering and your rights and responsibilities as a learner; or Manufacturing sectors at Universities and Universities of Technology. • If you are unemployed, you must Students who wish to apply for study register your profile at the nearest in 2014 need to start the process in labour office, after which you may be referred to employers who may be June/July 2013 based on their looking for learners on learnership mid-year results. programmes.

Address: merSETA House, 95 7th Avenue, Cnr Rustenburg Road, Tel: 010 219 3000, Fax: 0866 730017 Website: www.merseta.org.za Melville, Johannesburg 2109 18 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 ENGINEERING

WHAT ENGINEERS DO QUALIFICATIONS • Plan roads Bachelor of Engineering • Design processes (BEng) • Creatively apply scientifi c principles Bachelor of Science (BSc) Bachelor of Science in • Design and operate machinery Engineering (BScEng) • Design buildings and bridges Bachelor of Architecture • Design safety features (BArch) Bachelor of Technology • Oversee construction processes (BTech) • Meet with clients National certifi cate • Present plans to clients National diploma • Design electrical circuits Advanced national certifi cate • Design electronic components • Invent things

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Aeronautical engineer

Architect Artisan Clinical engineer Chemical engineer Consulting engineer

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Transport engineer Electronic engineer Water and waste CAREER water engineer OPTIONS Fire engineer Works manager Fitter and turner Miller Millwright Mechanic

Mine engineer Metallurgical engineer Safety engineer

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MUST HAVE English Mathematics (not Maths Literacy) Physical Science USEFUL Agricultural Science Geography Computer Science

Attention to detail

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USEFUL CONTACTS Aa-Bb Aa CETA CHIETA Ab FPMSeta

Ac FoodBev Merseta Ad BOD See pages 30 to 31 for contact details ESSIONAL IES ROF Ae P The Engineering Council of South Africa is the statutory body that oversees engineering concerns. There is a variety of other useful contents on the council’s website. Private Bag X691, Bruma, 2026 Tel: 011 607 9500 Fax 011 622 9295 www.ecsa.co.za 20 Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 Northlink College Advertorial Still going strong after 10 years

The number 10 in numerology is seen as a number that symbolises strength and gains. This could not be truer for Northlink College

orthlink College has grown in leaps and bounds and gained much support both nationally and inter- Nnationally from its stakeholders education and training, not only in Above: Northlink College during the past 10 years. Northlink Cape Town, but in the Western Cape cele brates 10 years of shaping is celebrating its tenth anniversary and the country. Leon Beech, students’ minds. Right: Four high with various events and projects Northlink College chief executive, school learners enjoying the that will be taking place from said: “Northlink College will annual Northlink College open September 2012 to August 2013. continue to build, grow and be day. Photos: Northlink For the past 10 years, Northlink dedicated to providing quality and has been an active citizen in the client satisfaction for years to come.” Northlink College has achieved over expansion of knowledge through Some of the milestones that the past 10 years include:

• 2000 Northlink becomes the college in the Western Cape. This only FET college in South Africa system handles all enquiries and with its own International applications electronically up to the Language School point of registration • 2002 to 2012 Northlink is one • 2009 Northlink moves into its of the public further education and new green central office. It is one of training (FET) colleges with the the first colleges in the country that highest number of learnerships has its own central office. This office and skills students in South Africa is environmentally friendly, brand (2002 – 2012) new and the boardroom is furnished • 2002 to 2012 The Bellville cam- with furniture that has been hand- pus, with the financial support from made by lecturers and students of the Western Cape Education the college Department, continues towards • 2011 Northlink hosts the first completion and will serve as a National FET Student Support model of a typical FET facility. The Conference held in Stellenbosch campus is situated in a suburb with • 2012 Northlink College hosts excellent training facilities and lec- the first International Quality turing staff Conference in Cape Town • 2005 Northlink becomes the • 2012 Northlink College has a only college nationally that devel- record-breaking intake of 10 000 oped a quality management system students and erects a tent to help to emphasise quality education and students complete their exams training • 2012 Northlink College claims • 2006 Northlink College, under top spots in the first Northlink/ the guidance of Trish van der Merwe, Blackburn College international helps to bring the MOT programme competition. From the above it is to South Africa. This programme has clear that Northlink College is one been successful in imparting life of the leading and most innovative skills to the students in the six FET FET colleges in South Africa when it colleges in the Western Cape. (The comes to new initiatives and ground name is taken from the Norwegian breaking firsts in the FET sector. word mot, which refers to both the “Northlink College recognises and A decade of shaping ability to show courage and the abil- thanks all the stakeholders and the ity to take a stand against something; community that kept on believing in in this case, the prevalence of vio- the college and for their support lence and drug use.) throughout the past 10 years. students’ minds • 2007 Northlink focuses on the Northlink will keep on providing implementation of the National the quality in education the college Certificate (Vocational) level 2 is known for,” said Beech. programmes • 2008 A sophisticated and well Northlink College will host its Open equipped technical centre of excel- Days on April 19 and 20 2013. This lence is inaugurated at the will be an opportunity for learners 08600 NLINK (65465) | www.northlink.co.za Wingfield Campus and teachers to visit the seven cam- www.facebook.com/northlink • 2009 Northlink launches a puses and to view the workshops, 10 YEARS www.twitter.com/northlink client information system with a classrooms and other facilities. The fully equipped and functional call college can be contacted on 08600 centre, the first of its kind for a NLINK (08600 65465). Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 21 MATHS

WHAT MATHEMATICIANS DO

• Calculate risk • Research • Compile and analyse statistics • Teach mathematics to children • Help other scientists work out their models for understanding the results of their research QUALIFICATIONS • Analyse information Bachelor of Science in Mathematics • Develop new ways of calculating things (Bsc (Maths)) • Lecture at tertiary level Bachelor of • Present their ﬁ ndings at conferences Commerce in Actuary Actuarial Science (BComm. Applied (Actuarial mathematician Biomathematician Science))

Financial mathematician Statistician CAREER Risk analyst OPTIONS Insurer

Lecturer Mathematical Mathematician statistician CHOOSE THESE Teacher SUBJECTS

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Understanding of numbers Ability to work on your own

Fascination with how numbers SKILLS work YOU’LL NEED Computer IONAL BODIES skills ESS Attention to detail ROF P Ability to think up new Actuarial Society of ways of solving problems South Africa, P.O. Box 4464, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa Tel 021 509 5242 Fax 021 509 0160 actuarialsociety.org.za Research skills

Association for Mathematics Education of South Africa (AMESA) is the professional association of mathematics educators in South Africa. P.O. Box 54, Wits, 2050, Tel 011 484 8917 Fax 011 484 2706 www.amesa.org.za South African Mathematical Society, c/o School of Mathematical Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal USEFUL CONTACTS Private Bag X01, Pietermaritzburg, 3209 Aa-Bb Fax: 033 260 5648 Aa www.maths.wits.ac.za/sams MICT See pages 30 to 31 Ab for contact details Careers In Science, Engineering & Technology

The time is right for science, SET careers at different institutions iNfO engineering and technology iNfO Study opportunities for different SET careers are available at different higher education institutions. Top achievers will comply with symbol requirements for universities. Those who It’s an exciting time to be thinking about a career in science, engineering and are interested in studying on a more practical and technology (SET). career-oriented level should consider courses presented at universities of technology, while those who pass mathematics As a developing country and a relatively young new democracy, South Africa and physical science with more than 40% and who are also needs skills to help the country compete internationally, grow economically and more practical and career-oriented should consider studying to generally improve the lives of all its citizens. at a FET college. The last two are sandwich courses that include practical and theoretical training throughout the People with skills in the science, engineering and technology sector are in course. relatively short supply, but they are essential to our country’s progress. All qualifications are equally valuable and needed in the labour SET careers are in demand and are classified as scarce skills throughout the market. All SET careers are sought after and are classified as world. scarce skills all over the world.

With the global energy crisis becoming more prominent every day, pursuing a career in energy security has never been so needed. The growing demand for various experts in Space science is the study or utilisation the energy ﬁeld, combined with the personal of everything above and beyond the satisfaction possible by contributing to surface of the Earth, from the energy security and environmental protection atmosphere to the very edges of the through sustainable energy technologies, universe, e.g. astronomy, space physics makes this sector a very viable and attractive and geodesy. option for science, engineering and The use of living organisms to benefit humans has reached new heights technology graduates. as scientists continue to make new discoveries and better understand how living things work. the clean coal technologist >>> Meet PROF ROSEMARY FALCON

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esearchers at the Astro- Sally Frost physics and cosmology research unit at the Uni- The overall population of crowned versity of KwaZulu-Natal eagles — rated as the most powerful UKZN MSc student Shane (UKZN) have been work- raptor in Africa — is on the decline, McPherson and veterinary nurse Mia Ring closely with the South African yet in open spaces in the Durban- Jessen gather data from the oldest Square Kilometre Array Project Pietermaritzburg region their num- crowned eagle nestling of the 2012 (SASKAP) since its inception nearly bers are stable. breeding season. Photo: Steve Camp a decade ago and now host a node of UKZN’s Professor Colleen Downs, the SASKAP astronomy undergrad- said that the human-dominated nests to be ringed. Then all their uate bursary programme that will landscapes of the Durban- research data must be collected and train the next generation of South Pietermaritzburg area sustained collated,” McPherson said. African astronomers. pairs of crowned eagles at “a rela- “Ornithologist Dr Mark Brown and UKZN researchers Dr Caroline tively high density”. “Research into I went to Giba Gorge to start the pro- Zunckel and Professor Kavilan this population is intended to inves- cess of gathering all the data. Our Moodley are closely involved with Bursary students with UKZN’s Astrophysics and Cosmology Research tigate the novel circumstances aim was to study an 11-week-old several projects that will come online Unit are all set to tackle the SKA. Photo: Sithembile Shabangu presented regarding peri-urban crowned eagle nesting high in a in the next few years. breeding distribution, breeding pro- makaranga tree,” he said. Giba Zunckel will participate in the rotational motions of galaxies telescope on the planet, making it ductivity, diet, prey availability, and Gorge is a densely wooded area on MeerKAT International Giga-Hertz through the radio waves given off by possible to peer further back in time habitat use,” said Downs. the outskirts of Hillcrest and is home Tiered Extragalactic Exploration the hydrogen gas that they contain. and deeper into space than any tele- She currently supervises Shane to one of the pairs of eagles project, which will study the growth Moodley will also lead the PTA scope ever before it allowed. McPherson, an MSc student from McPherson is studying. of supermassive black holes located science working group that will Fundamental scientific questions UKZN’s school of life sciences in After climbing up about 15 metres at the centres of active galaxies. She study the gravitational ripples cre- to be probed include: What is the Pietermaritzburg who is doing to the raptor’s nest, McPherson set is also involved in the MeerKAT ated in the fabric of space and time origin of the observed structure of research around this. up a camera before very carefully Absorption Line Survey project, only moments after the big bang. the universe and how did it evolve?; Downs, who is the top published lowering the juvenile bird to helpers which will study the build-up of stars “The IT and engineering chal- what is Dark Energy, and how can female researcher at UKZN, said on the ground. “The camera takes a from the reservoirs of hydrogen gas lenges of the SKA will be unprece- an understanding of this question McPherson’s research project was photo of the nest every minute over a contained in galaxies. dented, making it the world’s most help determine how fast the one of a cluster of multi-disciplinary four-week period,” said McPherson. Moodley will play a key role in the ambitious science project,” said universe is expanding and why?; is postgraduate research projects “These cameras are expensive but Looking at the Distant Universe with Zunckel. The SKA project will Einstein’s Theory of General under her supervision within the the information they collect is the MeerKAT Array (LADUMA) and involve the construction of 3 000 Relativity correct?; how do plane- university’s school of life sciences, invaluable.” Pulsar Timing Array (PTA) projects, dishes, which will operate in unison tary systems form and evolve?; and focusing on the impacts of changing Once the juvenile was on the which have been awarded the largest to become the most sensitive radio the question that has always land use, especially urbanisation, on ground, the team collected all the portions of MeerKAT observing time. telescope in the world. intrigued mankind: Has life existed biodiversity (particularly birds and data they needed to get research He is leading a LADUMA science Zunckel said the SKA will be 100 elsewhere in the universe, and does small mammals). going. This entailed weighing the working group that will study the times more sensitive than any other it exist now? McPherson’s research is not an young chick, measuring its wing easy task. “The crowned eagles being span and length of beak, photo- studied have to be located and then graphing its feather patterns and juveniles carefully taken out of their ringing one of its legs. Mechanical engineers take on solar challenge

UKZN Mechanical Engineering’s Apalis Solar Car Team. Photo: Andreas Mathios

Ashay Nathoo The car has a lightweight carbon fibre body and chassis supported by A group of mechanical engineering an aluminium and chromoly students and two academics at sub-chassis. UKZN’s school of engineering took It is powered by 6m 2 of state-of- the plunge and built a vehicle for the-art silicon solar cells, charging a the Sasol Solar Challenge. bank of 464 lithium-ion batteries, Team members, who were partic- which drives a high efficiency elec- ularly excited because this was tric motor. UKZN’s first entry in the event, were Bemont and Veale said that they prepared for serious competition would like the success of this project and some tough conditions while to create future opportunities for their car traveled along the 5 400km undergraduate and Masters’ stu- course. They traversed some of dents to continue the research into South Africa’s most demanding ter- renewable energy methods and elec- rain and passed through several tric vehicles. “The project has been major South African cities. great fun and an amazing opportu- UKZN’s Apalis solar car was con- nity for young engineers. Our car ceived as a final year design project completed the greatest distance of in the school of engineering under all SA universities in the Challenge the solar energy research group. The Class (3 wheels).” team comprised two lecturers — UKZN’s solar car entry attracted Clinton Bemont and Kirsty Veale — significant interest and sponsorship and students Mohammed from industry, especially from the Mahomedy, Mitchell Meyer, Charles Technology and Innovation Agency, Raaff, Cameron McKenzie, Jason Unilever, Chemspec, Gochermann Canny, Adhikar Hariram, Ndivho Solar Technology, Krank and Perry Mmbengwa and Bongane Sandlane. Yamaha. Careers Matter, sponsored supplement to the Mail & Guardian February 8 to 14 2013 and TheTeacher February 2013 25 SCIENCE WHAT SCIENTISTS DO

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Bringing technology into the classroom. Photo: Supplied Bringing ICT to Maths quiz Two ways to cut a doughnut Playing with a maths problem

Take a look at the picture of the doughnut below the classroom You can make photocopies or draw on it with a pencil to work out the answers A Can you cut the doughnut into nine pieces (they can be of di erent sizes) using three straight cuts? To produce technologically savvy learners equally excited saying: “ICT assists a great deal in developing learner inter- B Can you cut the doughnut into eight equal pieces using three straight cuts? who can thrive in the modern world est for maths, it changes their attitudes Thabo Mohlala school, is a big admirer of technology to the subject and also improves ‘acci- and believes everyone particularly dental learning’ (learning something ohloli Secondary in learners should master it to secure in an unintended and unpredictable Zwane Street, Sea Point their futures. yet fun way). section in Sharpeville, He said for it to succeed teach- “Learners can also use their Nokia is not only among the ers must lead the way and start to cellphones to access maths content best performing schools embrace it particularly because it known as Momaths.” Min Sedibeng (formerly known as Vaal) is becoming the integral part of the Lekgotla said as a maths teacher ICT area but is also ahead in integrating teaching profession. helps him “to make lesson plans more information and communication tech- “ICT does not only improve teaching lively and interesting”. nology (ICT) as a teaching and learn- and learning but also saves teachers a He said using georgebra — software ing tool. lot of time. used to teach transformation and trig- Practitioners of technology in educa- “For instance, when a teacher sets a onometry concepts — “learners can tion, argue that technology enhances test, he or she can simply access ques- see what we mean by ‘magnification’, classroom teaching significantly tions from ‘questions bank’ from a ‘rotation’, ‘reflection’ and ‘transforma- because it offers teachers limitless computer. tion’. With trigonometry we can take opportunities to be creative and to dis- “He or she does not have to start any picture and determine angles of cover new approaches and techniques. all over again but can simply modify ‘elevation’ and ‘depreciation’. We can On the other hand it improves ICT them accordingly,” said Tsoaela. also take real life objects and describe proficiency of learners and prepares “I wish for a day,” he said, “when them mathematically.” them to participate meaningfully in teachers will use computers instead Graphic: JOHN McCANN the technology-driven modern society. of having to write notes on the Mindset Learn Network With Mohloli Secondary School chalkboard.” The school’s efforts to successfully An “I hate maths” question for mathematics. doing well academically, the school implement its ICT strategy received you to try: As part of our interest in We encourage teachers and leadership is buoyed up that they can Drivers of ICT at the school a boost thanks to Mindset Learn getting teachers and parents (and parents (and other interested also lead in the digital space as well. Themba Maphalala and Lebusa Network (MLN), which made the anyone else who wants to) to see individuals) to try these problems, In 2012 they produced an overall pass Lekgotla, who are grade 10, 11 and 12 school its latest recipient of their high meaning in mathematics and have to discuss them and have fun with rate of 90.51%, an improvement of physical science and mathematics quality educational content that the fun playing with mathematical them. While we will provide some their 2011 results which stood at 86%. teachers respectively at the school, latter beams to schools across the ideas and explanations, we have solutions, we suggest you do not have already started integrating ICT in country. started the ‘I hate maths’ initiative. refer to them until you have really Dinaledi School their lessons. Goodman Chauke, MLN’s market- This initiative aims to stimulate played with the problem yourself! The school boasts two computer cen- Maphalala said he uses i-box to ing manager said they would not interest and enthusiasm in ‘talking For more problems to solve, tres all of which have been installed deliver his science lessons. be able to broadcast the content to mathematics’. The title acknowl- please visit our website with the curriculum-aligned software “What I like about it is that it saves schools if it were not for the techni- edges the negative attitudes that http://tinyurl.com/WitsPrimaryMaths and programmes. me a lot of time because the learners cal capacity and support that Intelset so many adults carry, following on For Primary Maths Teachers we It is also part of Dinaledi Schools can observe first-hand everything I provides. from their experience of mathe- have an email Discussion Group — select schools that receive addi- teach them. “There is no way we can broadcast matics at school. However, the aim where teachers can share informa- tional support from the national “It is visually powerful, more engag- directly to schools because the cables is also to provide problems focused tion about events and activities department of education to increase ing and always raises learner partici- that connect us to the schools are very on primary school mathematics that work in class as well as ques- access to mathematics and science to pation and enthusiasm. costly. that can encourage thinking and tions and answers about primary underprivileged schools — and this “I also like the fact that it makes it Both Maphalala and Lekgotla said conversation. maths teaching and learning. puts them in a good stead to optimise easy for me to go back and pull out MLN’s rich educational offerings com- Each month, we will provide a If you would like to participate in ICT as a key teaching component. those sections of the syllabus that plement a lot of what they do in their mathematics problem that can the Discussion Group, please email learners have difficulty with,” said classrooms, particularly those aspects be solved with no more than [email protected] ICT saves time Maphalala of the syllabus some of us may be weak knowledge of primary school level *Answers on page 18 Tsoaela Moeketsi, principal of the His counterpart, Lekgotla was in. 12 Principal February 2013 theTeacher Efforts pay off

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The Molteno Institute for Language and Literacy states that government’s efforts to improve education are beginning to show extremely positive results at the crucial foundation phase. The recent Annual National Assessment (ANA) shows that home language literacy results for grade 3 learners have jumped from 35% to 52% during the past 12 months. “This dramatic improvement indicates, at last, the positive impact of all the efforts focused on the crucial foundational phase during the past few years,” said Dr Paula Gains, manager of research and development at Molteno, referring to the education department’s strategy in conjunc- tion with provincial departments and NGOs. In 2010, government introduced Caps, a revised curriculum that is easier to understand and implement. It builds on the content and concepts of Foundations For Learning, introduced in 2008, which was a guide for how to implement the revised National Curriculum Statement of 2002. Gains said that government’s decade-long effort to provide the right kind of targeted policy and support is finally delivering results. “At the rate we’re going, the department of basic education is likely even to exceed the targets it set in its 2014 Action Plan, which aims to reach a 60% average for third grade home language literacy in 2014. At 52%, we’re nearly there!” Bonginkosi Wiseman Maphanga is the principal at Mpumelelo High in Emangweni in Loskop, near Estcourt in KwaZulu-Natal. Photo: Supplied Gains said although the poor ANA results in the higher grades is a cause for concern, the improvement in the foundational phase vindicates government’s approach. “All that’s needed now is for a similar effort and strat- Hard work drives egy to be focused on the intermediate phase, so that we’ll see the positive results filtering through to the higher grades. We need to be patient and stick with what we now see is beginning to bear fruit. Let’s look at what’s working school to the top well within the system, emulate it in the higher grades and concentrate the same level of focus and attention that Maphanga does not lead by barking of geography to the grade 12s,” said especially burglary, and this impacted the foundation phase has been enjoy- Maphanga. negatively on schooling. Also, some ing on the intermediate phase,” she instructions but through personal action He said that teachers gave direct residents still believed in the old tradi- said. input into the school’s vision, mission tion of forcefully marrying off young As the most densely populated Thabo Mohlala following year it went up to 80.9%, goals and objectives. girls to men old enough to be their province, Gains says Gauteng has with several As in maths so that the “Everybody understands that every- fathers. I persuaded them to stop the done well to post a 54.8% average for school achieved first position on the thing we do must be geared towards practice and rather, to allow their chil- home language literacy in the third onginkosi Wiseman circuit. achieving these goals,” he said. dren to attend school. Their attitude grade. (Western Cape finished first Maphanga may not be a Since 2009, the pass rate has has changed significantly and they with 57% and Free State came second household name but to stayed at 100% per subject, earning Staff recruitment have really embraced the school. They with 56%.) residents of the small rural the school the number one spot out Maphanga considers his staff recruit- have even gone further, to make sure Gains said she believes that village of Emangweni in of 36 high schools in Estcourt. Then ment strategy distinctive. they protect the school against vandals Gauteng’s positive results have much BLoskop, KwaZulu-Natal, he is a living last year, quite uncharacteristically, “Perhaps the one thing that I do and criminals.” to do with the Gauteng education legend. the matric results slumped to 94.2%. differently is that I get involved in department’s partnership with NGOs, To them he personifies hard work, This situation disturbed Maphanga the recruitment of my staff. I feel it is Impressive entry including Molteno, on the Gauteng commitment and selflessness — the deeply. He has vowed to correct it important to choose a teacher who I Maphanga’s unmatched leadership Primary Literacy and Maths Strategy, values that have become the corner- though. think is best for my school,” said the and success has impressed Nestlé, a which aims to improve these critical stone of his school, Mpumelelo High. “Take my word, next year we will soft-spoken and diminutive yet firm global food, nutrition and wellness skills in children in grades one to six. Maphanga’s school is a textbook reclaim our place,” he said. Maphanga. “Once I have picked my company which has adopted the Molteno works with 92 coaches, example of the fact that difficult own team, I sit down with them for a school as part of its Adopt a School 3 166 teachers and 223 schools as part circumstances do not necessarily Leadership style pep talk and clearly spell out our goals. Initiative. of its highly structured programme, determine one’s potential or des- Maphanga attributes the school’s I make sure that we plan everything so Silindile Manyathi, Nestlé’s public which involves intensive coaching and tiny. If this were the case — given the success to his leadership style. that lessons start on the first calendar affairs regional representative, led a scripted lesson plans. high illiteracy and unemployment “I do not lead by barking instruc- day of school. On that very afternoon, team that scouted the area for a school “Our coaches, who are trained sepa- rates, widespread poverty and num- tions but I believe in leadership learners should be given homework,” deserving of their intervention. rately from teachers whom they later ber of child-headed families in the through actions. I do not think you he said. She explains why they picked train, are taught basic skills such as area — no learner from his school can inspire confidence in your sub- Maphanga said it has become their Mpumelelo High School: “We moni- how to use supplied lesson plans, to would have passed grade 12, let alone ordinates if you do not practise what school’s culture that all teachers tored schools over a period of time and which they add their own information proceeded to tertiary education you preach. I still go into the class- should have completed the syllabus Maphanga’s school always outper- as well as tools like flash cards. insitutions. room to teach my favourite subject and be ready to start revision with formed others in the region. “The training is done by means of grade 12s by the end of July. This revi- “This achievement was a direct workshops in individual schools, fol- Academic achievements sion means extending the afternoon result of his commitment, hard work lowing which professional learning Maphanga joined the school in 2005 ‘I get involved in the study time till 5pm to prepare learners and passion which is shared by his groups are formed for further coach- from Bhekathina High School in for their trial and final examinations. staff and learners. What impressed us ing and support. These groups are the town of Estcourt, not far from recruitment of my staff. even more is that all this success was highly effective as they enable teach- Loskop. The grade 12 pass rate has I feel it is important to Community involvement achieved with no resources at all. This ers from different schools to share best been rising steadily since he took Maphanga said that one of the first is why we felt this school deserved practice.” over. choose a teacher who things he did as principal was mobi- our assistance. As part of the initia- After teacher training, coaches visit In 2007, the year in which a matric I think is best for my lise the community to take ownership tive, Nestlé will attend to meeting the individual teachers in their classrooms class was introduced to the school, school’ of the school. For instance, as he told school’s basic infrastructure and aca- to provide further assistance and the overall pass rate was 75%. The us: “The area had a high level of crime, demic resource needs.” upskilling. 13 Teacher support February 2013 theTeacher Thanking your teacher Acknowledging contributions from all stakeholders can stimulate excellence

Richard Hayward work a day. School loyalty soars and even cynics t was a special occasion at the become more supportive. school: the Annual Awards Just as there are many reasons to Ceremony. As parents, learn- be grateful, there are many ways to ers, teachers and invited show that gratitude, such as through guests streamed into the hall, speeches, writing or action. Ithey saw a huge banner near the Here are some examples: entrance. Speech The banner stated in at least ten dif- • Praise a person face-to-face. ferent languages two simple words: • Thank the person or team publicly “Thank you!” in the classroom, staffroom and at The translations of the two words functions. reflected the school’s recognition and • Praise the person (when the individ- respect of the many cultures to be ual is not around) to others. Your good found there. The two words reminded words spread fast. everyone that the school appreciated • Be mindful of those who do not their contributions during the past like being praised in front of others. year. Respect their feelings and find a way We all like feeling that inner glow that works for them. when we are appreciated and thanked. Although most days at a school are Writing hectic and hurried, the intention to • Send the person an email or SMS. express thanks in the midst of the rush • Write a hand-written thank you is welcome. However, too often, it does note. not happen. • Praise the person or team in the minutes of meetings, through the school Appreciate them magazine and weekly newsletter. Feeling gratitude and not expressing it • Include words of appreciation in is like wrapping a present and not giv- an end-of-year festive season greeting ing it. card. Whatever our position at a school, there are countless times when a word Doing of thanks is in order: to the learner • Give a gift like a box of chocolates, who submits a project that reflects bunch of flowers, bonus, gift voucher Saying two simple words makes a difference. Photo: Oupa Nkosi many extra hours of hard work; to or ticket for a show (if the school the colleague who assisted you with has the funds). It is your thoughtful- function such as “Thanks a million improve their academic, professional pal of two public schools in Gauteng. coaching a sports team and to the par- ness rather than the gift value that is night” could express appreciation to and skills qualifications. If money Free downloads of Quality Education ent who works selflessly and tirelessly appreciated. the many people who have helped the is available, pay for them to attend News which he edits under the aegis for the School Governing Body. • Surprise people with an act of kind- school throughout the year. A special courses. of South African Quality Institute are Expressing appreciation for what ness such as placing tubs of ice cream Teachers’ Day should always be cel- Every quality school is a place where available. Go to www.saqi.co.za (click people do helps to create a happy and ice-cold soft drinks on the staff- ebrated by the whole school commu- we give selflessly of our talents and on Education) or www.MySchool. working environment at a school. room table on a hot day. nity in a big way! time. The school continually appreci- co.za (click on Services). For details This can positively impact on the • Help colleagues with their respon- • Organise an end-of-every-term ates and sincerely expresses gratitude of the sponsored Total Quality Edu- organisational climate and seed a cul- sibilities, such as assisting them with function for the staff. It brings them for caring and giving. Thank you for cation professional development ture of co-operation and excellence. organising a function. Your help together for a few hours of fun and finding the time to read this article to programmes, contact Vanessa du Toit Everyone becomes willing to help shows your appreciation for their hard good food and offers the opportunity this last sentence! ([email protected] ; 012-349-5006) each other and teachers do far more work. to say “Thank you!” or Richard ([email protected] ; than the prescribed seven hours of • Host special thank you events. A • Seek opportunities for staff to Richard Hayward is a former princi- 011-888-3262).

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Moses Kotane Institute aims to build on the legacy of Moses Kotane

n the life of every nation, there the tools with which to win and arise men who leave an indel- build it, Moses Kotane was such a ible and eternal stamp on the man. Moses Kotane left us such tools history of their people; men and values that the Moses Kotane who are both products and Institute (MKI) upholds. Imakers of history. The MKI hopes to pursue these And when they pass they leave objectives through its redefined a vision of new and better life and strategy based on five programmes:

Five programmes

Academic Development and Continuous ❶ Professional Improvement

• Sub-Programme 1.1: FET Schools Intervention • Sub-Programme 1.2: Out of School Youth and Adult Education and Training • Sub-Programme 1.3: Educator Professional Continuous Improvement

Engineering and Applied Sciences Sectoral ❷ Development

• Sub-Programme 2.1: STEM Higher Education Access • Sub-Programme 2:2 STEM Graduate Development

Information Communications Technology Maths and Science Educators during Moses Kotane Institute Matric Intervention Programme. Photo: Moses ❸ Kotane Institute • Sub-Programme 3.1: Software/Hardware Engineering These programmes also aim to assist and prepare theses learn- that MKI mandate of contributing • Sub-Programme 3.2: Business Processing Outsourcing to focus on the provision of ser- ers as early as grade 10, so that to the overall performance of KZN • Sub-Programme 3.3: E-Learning (E-Teacher, E-Government, vices in areas of Research and when they reach grade 12 they are in the National Senior Certificate Development and Information able to achieve matric results that results for Maths and Science is met. E-Citizen Computing) and Advisory Support in various will ensure that they enter univer- All 166 learners sat for the areas; especially rural communities sity and study towards any STEM National Senior Certificate in 2012 Leadership and Indigenous Knowledge serving as a ‘think tank’ and infor- related qualification while ensuring and 152 passed with 125 receiving ❹ mation support section. Bachelors (i.e. university entry), 24 In its three years of existence, receiving Diploma, three receiving • Sub-Programme 4.1: Government Business Leadership MKI has made significant strides The selection of Higher Certificate. Most learners Development in delivering on its founding man- will be pursuing STEM related fields date. Between 2009 and 2012, the learners was based with possible further funding at ter- • Sub-Programme 4.2: Indigenous Knowledge Systems (incl. Moses Kotane Institute funded 166 on 50% or more tiary level. Eco-tourism, Indigenous Knowledge Economy, Economic & learners in 37 schools from Grade 10 achievement in MKI invited all KZN grade 9 learn- Sustainable Development) to 12. Most learners were recruited ers from economically disadvan- from disadvantaged backgrounds English, Maths taged rural communities to apply • Traditional Leadership and rural communities throughout and Science. The for funding for grade 10 to 12 start- the KwaZulu-Natal Province. shortlisted candidates ing in 2010. Maritime Technology Research and Development The purpose of the project was to The selection of learners was ❺ provide better educational opportu- wrote English, Maths based on 50% or more achieve- nities to learners from economically and Science essays ment in English, Maths and Science. • Sub-Programme 5.1: Shipping disadvantaged families who would and tests to determine The shortlisted candidates wrote • Sub-Programme 5.2: Supply Chain like to study further in the field of English, Maths and Science essays Science, Technology, Engineering their aptitude. More and tests to determine their apti- • Sub-Programme 5.3: Freight and Mathematics (STEM) when than 60% of learners tude. More than 60% of learners • Sub-Programme 5.4: Exports they complete grade 12. selected were female. The objective of the project was selected were female. The funding covered tuition fees,

Moses Kotane Institute an entity of the Department of Economic Development and Tourism has achieved a 100% Matric pass rate in Secondary School Maths and Science Programme. Rural reach is also at 100% as all learners were selected from 6 rural district. Moses Kotane Institute has trained over 900 out of school youth in Software Engineering and Business Process Outsourcing in 2012.

Moses Kotane Institute, committed to service delivery. Moses Kotane Institute, enhancing access to economic activity through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

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uniforms, stationery and accommodation for three years of study. Due to exceptional performance during the grade 12 final exams in 2009, all successful candidates were registered in 37 schools from peri-urban, rural and township areas. MKI secured accommodation for most learners coming from mainly rural and township areas for the duration of their studies. During the three years (2010 to 2012) the students were supported academically especially with extra lessons when it comes to Maths and Physical Sciences to ensure better performance in these subjects. From 2010 (grade 10) their results for all the terms have always been satisfactory and none of the learners failed or repeated either grade 10 or grade 11.

A total of 2 632 learners were assisted on Saturdays and Sunday, including the Spring break.

In addition, MKI has supported the KZN DoE in its efforts to raise the performance of learners in Science, Mathematics, Accounting and English by presenting a matric Top: Grade 12 learners from five intervention programme. neighbouring schools attend- A total of 2 632 learners were ing at Mnyakanya High School, assisted on Saturdays and Sunday, KwaNxamalala, Nkandla. Above: including the Spring break. Physics Class, Mnyakanya High The participating districts were School. Right: Front left, Mr Zululand with a total number of 661 Biyela, Somshoko High School learners, uMzinyathi with 574 learn- Principal, Ilembe District with ers, uThungulu with 325 learners, uMgungundlovu with 150 learners, Maths and Science educators. Amajuba with 307 learners, and Photos: Moses Kotane Institute uThukela with 243 learners. The intervention proved to be successful given the level of support from the various districts and participation of learners. The NSC results reflect that these districts performed significantly well. This year, MKI intends to support more districts, schools and learners to ensure that learners receive opportunities to further pursue higher education studies. 16 Teaching technique February 2013 theTeacher Teachers as parents One of the less visible aspects of teaching is the parenting aspect of the profession

Xolani Majola

s teachers we are entrusted with children who are sometimes as young as four years old. They are left in our care Ato be groomed and nurtured into fully grown 18 year olds. Nurturing young and vulnerable learners requires a number of skills. Teachers are expected to multi-task, meaning that on the one hand we are expected to be experts in our subject field and on the other to be as emotionally aware as parents are to help our learners find their feet .

Express emotion Being emotionally aware does not mean that a teacher walks into the classroom and cries with or shouts at learners. It simply means that a teacher is aware of the learners’ emotional growth and their expectations of being loved, appreciated, encouraged and inspired in all that they do. Emotional awareness indicates a teacher’s own emotional intelligence Color profile: Generic CMYK printer profile (EQ).Composite Teachers Default screen with very high EQ levels understand how important it is to When teachers assume a parental role it provides the young with Create a friendly classroom stability. Photo: Madelene Cronjé atmosphere It is important to create a warm and set a positive emotional atmosphere welcoming classroom environment that is built on acceptance, encourage- infused with love, humour and joy. ment, respect, love and sensitivity. Learners must have a space where Teachers who are emotionally aware they can truly be themselves without will encourage learners to be free and fear of admonition. open about their thoughts and feelings. They encourage learners to show Be in command of your their emotions in a responsible man- classroom ner. In other words, they can teach Your classroom is your creation. If you learners the importance of sharing want a happy, positive and interesting their deepest feelings without showing classroom, it is up to you to create it. aggression to anyone around them. Visionary teachers always have This skill is something that learn- an idea of how to direct the learners can carry throughout their lives. ing experience of the children under Teachers also must take care to show their care. It is important for teach- their own emotions without causing ers to set very clear boundaries of damage to the well-being of those in what is acceptable and what is not as their care. well as what will be tolerated in their classroom. Be aware There are times when learners fight Allow for authentic among themselves, bully each other behaviour and put each other down. This sort of Encourage learners to show their true ArcelorMittal South Africa behaviour sometimes goes unnoticed selves. Let them become who they or is deliberately ignored by teach- really are without imposing sanctions ers. Learners can become emotionally on their behaviour, unless it is deemed scarred in these circumstances. No totally unacceptable. learner should arrive at school with The idea is to encourage a diversity the fear of becoming a bullying statis- of behaviour and personalities. It tic. This could cause learners to resent is vital that learners are taught the Did you know their entire schooling experience and value of difference from an early age. to withdraw into their own little shell. This will mean that learners grow Teachers, in their role as parental up with a firm understanding that figures, need to be constantly on the although people are different, this look-out for any evidence of emotional difference is not a threat. Diversity trauma being experienced by learners can be enriching. in their classroom. This means they need to be creative in their teaching Replenish yourself and use every opportunity to teach Teaching is an emotionally drain- good morals and use learning experi- ing profession that requires constant ences as a form of inspiration. emotional replenishment if we are to There should be no learner who feels survive in our careers. As teachers, it like they do not belong in the class or is important to understand our own at the school they attend. Schooling emotional states, so that we can use should be an enjoyable experience, this knowledge to assist our learners one that inspires each learner. Ideally, with their emotional growth. Being a once they are adults, learners should parent figure means that, as teachers, be able to think back to their days at we can create a warm, healthy, fam- school and smile rather than frown ily-like school environment that will at the horrendous experiences they make our learners feel at home. recall. How can teachers successfully engage with the parenting aspect of Xolani Majola is an education policy their profession? analyst.

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Balancing the act between parenting and educating children is essential. Photo: Madelene Cronjé Parents should never hand over the reins to teachers

Masennya Dikotla child and therefore also on his/her parent(s) or guardian. This impact is uring the past few even more significant if the language weeks, proud parents of instruction differs from the child’s have flooded social net- mother language. works with pictures of While research shows that learn- their children, many ers who are taught in their mother Dof them understandably relieved language perform better, most South that the intense pre-school phase African schools choose to teach in is over. However, experts warn that English because of the prevailing now is not a time to relax and sim- perception that it will benefit their ply hand over the reins to teachers, children in later life. From grade 4 leaving them with the responsibility onwards, learners are encouraged to of being the only ones educating the switch to English. children. Maintaining a balance between the This mindset — of staying relatively mother language spoken at home and uninvolved in one’s children’s school- any other languages taught at school is ing — can be very detrimental to the a duty that only parents or guardians success of children’s educational can fulfill. journeys. Here are a few other tips on how parents can remain involved in their Support them children’s education: Apart from preparing children for • Ensure children go to school every- school by teaching them basic literacy day and arrive on time. Trying to catch and numeracy skills, whether at pre- up missed work places unnecessary school or home, parents also need to strain on both children and parents. instill in their children a sense of disci- • Enter the school gates yourself. pline and order that will be conducive Attending parent-teacher functions to the classroom environment. can provide valuable insight into areas Helping to reinforce these skills and a child may be struggling in that may disciplines at home enable the child not be obvious to parents. and his/her teachers to focus on a • Help your children with homework. good quality education. There are also Do not complete their assignments a few other ways in which parents can on their behalf; valuable lessons are help maximise the start of their chil- learned while struggling. Create a dren’s school careers. space at home where there is adequate According to the department of lighting to do homework, and keep the basic education, the role of parents television off and other distractions and guardians in supporting their chil- away. dren’s education is vital. • Make time every day to talk to your Many parents believe that education child about not only school work and is the responsibility of the school and achievements, but also about what the department and that they have no happened during the day, asking role to play. This could not be further about their interactions with friends from the truth. and teachers. A child should never feel as though academic performance is Starting or switching the only important thing. schools Starting or switching schools, and Masennya Dikotla is chief executive even moving from one phase of school- of the Molteno Institute for Language ing to the next, has a big impact on a and Literacy 18 Inspiration February 2013 theTeacher Rustenburg gets new school Sunrise View in Rustenburg in the North West wakes up to a new school

Portia Molapo

collaboration between Implats, the world’s second largest platinum producer, the department of education and the AImpala Bafokeng Trust, contributed to the construction of the Sunrise View Primary and Secondary schools in Rustenburg. The project was prompted by a des- perate plea from a Rustenburg primary school principal. In 2009, Mr Mfeleng’s school, Paardekraal Primary, located in Boitekong near Rustenburg, was flooded with new applications. This was a result of Implats’ construction of a new neighbouring suburb, Sunrise View. The Implats’ housing initiative, which actively promoted home ownership among employees, saw the development of 1 700 free-standing two and three bedroom houses. At the time, Paardekraal Primary was the only school in the neighbouring suburb of Sunrise Park. It was besieged with new admissions, resulting in a staggering 1 404 learners in a school originally designed to accommodate only 900 learners. Implats responded to the challenge and, together with the North West department of education and the Impala Bafokeng Trust, funded and built the Sunrise View Primary and Young learners excited over starting at a new school. Photo: Supplied Secondary Schools in Rustenburg. “We strongly believe that our The MEC for education in the North on 9 January and has already enrolled Extension 15, Rustenburg, Bojanala • 1 science lab, employees deserve decent, affordable West, Louisah Mabe said: ‘‘We appre- 800 pupils at the new facilities. The West Region, North West Province. • 2 Head of department & prep rooms housing as well as quality education ciate our working partnership with secondary school is still under con- The building work comprises the fol- (double storey block) for their children. Implats and the Impala Bafokeng struction and completion is planned lowing new structures: • Female toilets (12) “As a result of our successful hous- Trust. later this year. Primary school: • Male toilets (14) ing programme we were made aware “Without their assistance, govern- During the construction phase, • Administration block, • Male toilets (7), that the existing school facilities did ment would not have been able to about 300 jobs have been created in • 1 library, • Female toilets (6) (including 2 toilets not have the capacity to cater for all of build this school. By joining hands, the local community. • 4 store rooms, for paraplegics) the school- going children in the area,” working together and digging deeper The school was officially opened on • 1 computer room • 1 Nutrition Centre, says Terence Goodlace, Implats chief into our pockets we have succeeded in 17 January at a ceremony attended by • 1 multi-purpose class room, • 1 Garbage Collection Building, executive. constructing a school that we will all the Minister of Basic Education Angie • 2 store room • 3 Grade R Class Rooms (Including “There was really only one solution now ensure benefits the local commu- Motshekga, the Minister of Mineral • 1 physical education and change toilets) and and that was to build a new school. nity by delivering top quality educa- Resources, Susan Shabangu as well rooms, • 37 Bays The communities surrounding our tion to learners.’’ as board members of Implats and the • 1 tuck shop, mines are important to us and we The project, which included the Impala Bafokeng Trust. • 1 garden store, Secondary school: remain committed to their wellbe- design and construction of a combina- The scope of work comprises the • 1 male workers change room, • Administration Block, ing. This fitted in with our vision of tion Primary and Secondary School, construction and guarantee of civil • 1 female workers change room • 12 Classrooms and 12 store rooms creating sustainable communities has a budget of R86-million and a total and building construction for a new • 12 classrooms and 12 store rooms (double storey block), with access to amenities, including of R58-million has been spent to date. primary school, secondary school, lec- (double storey block) • 5 Special Function rooms, schools.” The primary school opened its doors ture hall and school hall at Boitekong • 10 classrooms and 13 store rooms, • 1 Library, • 7 Storerooms, • 3 Head of department rooms, TEACHERS CROSS-TRANSFERS TEACHERS CROSS-TRANSFERS Answers to maths quiz • 3 Preparation rooms (double storey MANGOLOI TRANSIT Two ways to cut a doughnut block) PARTNERS PL1 – PL3 • 12 Classrooms and 12 Store rooms Here is one possibility Country-wide (9 Provinces) A (double storey block) Call Griffith Lekgoathi • 1 Physical education and change 071 133 1429 rooms, • 1 Tuck shop, or • 1 Garden store, 073 645 4090 • 1 Male workers change room, Thobile Mthiyane-Lekgoathi • 1 Female workers change room BRIDGING074 404 8476 • Female toilets (12) Fax: 086 6534 766 / 011 849 3226 • Female toilets (6) male toilets (7)

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There are ways to solve our challenges in interpreted to match the human rights troubled times cannot be taken for without parents. culture we have inherited. Read up on granted. In this way, the education of the chil- education how to motivate children and teach Ensure that you get to know your dren truly can become a community them habits of discipline. Be innova- learners’ parents because they are a effort. Onkgopotse JJ Tabane Design a discipline and tive in designing the reward system in support structure you will need should reward system that your classroom environment. their children not perform to the Tabane is a member of the University or me, 2012 went down as a learners understand expected standard. of the Western Cape Council, a commu- year of shame for the edu- Corporal punishment is an old age Create a link with parents In this era of child-headed house- nicator and a businessman. cation system and for the short cut to discipline of “spare the rod and involve them holds, it may be important to design He writes here in his personal capac- teacher who should be a pil- and spoil the child”. Discipline must be Parental involvement in these and adopt a child scheme for children ity. lar of teaching Fand learning. Although I am certain that there is an explanation for why children in Limpopo went to write exams without text books, I am astounded that teachers Register now for North-West stood by and did very little to raise the alarm on this tragic situation until it was out of hand. What University Educator Programmes can teachers do to rescue education?

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There are associations that help educators in need. Find them. They will help you on a confidential basis. If you know of colleagues who are hiding a problem like this, it is your moral responsibility to report them to the authorities so that their learners do not become victims. 20 Teacher tips February 2013 theTeacher Reducing disciplinary challenges Disciplinary consequences do not always have to be punitive Khalil Osiris modeling, practising and reinforcing positive social behaviour are impor- magine safer, learning-focused, tant aspects of a learner’s educational positive environments in schools experience. Teaching behavioural that ease disciplinary challenges. expectations and recognising learn- The good news is that achieving ers for following them is a more posi- such learning spaces is possible. tive approach than only responding to IIt has been proven that a safe learn- inappropriate behaviour. PBIS aims to ing environment improves learner establish a climate in which appropri- achievement, increases pass rates and ate behaviour is the norm. creates a positive climate for teachers and learners. It even encourages par- Working interventions ents to be pro-active about their chil- PBIS provides schools with a three- A PBIS school posts visual messaging for positive behaviour. Photo: Felix Karlsson dren’s education. tier approach (primary, secondary A growing number of schools in and tertiary) to promote positive, their social and academic success. PBIS consistently see the following learner behaviour? the United States and around the appropriate behaviours and aca- Office discipline referrals are a data improvements: • How do you currently ensure unin- world have replaced reactive and demic achievement. Primary tier source used to guide the implementa- • Enhanced teacher training and terrupted instructional time? punitive approaches to teaching interventions support all learners tion of school-wide PBIS. Referral data support • Do teachers greatly encourage with pro-active, positive ones. One across all settings in the school. They are summarised and key reports are • Reduced levels of major discipli- learners who display the expected such approach is called the positive include establishing positively stated kept up-to-date and regularly shared nary infractions, including bullying behaviours and effectively respond behaviour interventions and supports school-wide expectations that are with staff • Enhanced perceptions of safety to social behavioural errors ? (PBIS) and is supported by the OSEP taught to all learners and developing The following is a list of the “Big 5” • Improved learner behaviour and For teachers, administrators or Technical Centre. a reward system to acknowledge and data points that should be included on academic performance parents looking for pro-active ways reinforce appropriate behaviours. your office referral form: • Improved school climate and to make their schools safer, improve What is PBIS? Secondary tier interventions sup- • Average referrals a day, a month culture learner achievement, increase gradua- PBIS is not new. It is based on a broad port learners who have not responded • Referrals by problem behaviour • Increased positive peer interactions rates and create a more positive set of research-validated strategies to primary tier interventions. They • Referrals by location tions through peer mentoring school climate, PBIS is a proven, prac- designed to create school environ- provide greater structure, additional • Referrals by learner • Strengthened relationships tical approach. ments that promote and support instruction in social skills and more • Referrals by time between parents, their children and appropriate behaviour from all learn- frequent reinforcement of appropri- The data collected should be used to school staff, which provides a foun- Professor Khalil Osiris is a founder ers that are known as common behav- ate behaviours. Tertiary tier interven- develop graphs critical to school-wide dation to build healthy homes and of COCMP, a positive behavioural ioral expectations. tions support learners who have not decision-making, created by entering school partnerships support model through which he is These are supposed to be upheld responded to primary or secondary data into a school-wide information To assess whether or not your school bringing PBIS to schools to decrease by all learners in all locations of the tier interventions and whose behav- system, which are aggregated by the would benefit from the implementa- disciplinary challenges. He conducts school and they promote the following iours pose a risk to themselves or Big 5 data points. The information tion of PBIS, answer the following workshops with parents and teachers core values: others. Tertiary tier interventions are is used to evaluate the effectiveness questions: as well as long-term school teacher • Be safe much more individualised, such as of the system and to make decisions • What are you doing to ensure development training. He also pro- • Be respectful one-on-one or small group counseling. about how to best address learner learners are engaged — that is, to vides interventions with at risk learn- • Be responsible behaviour. ensure learners are motivated, on- ers. Contact him at contact at khalilo- Adopting a visually-based approach, Social culture and task and producing quality work siris.com and follow him on twitter PBIS asks the questions “What do safe, behavioural support The best thing about PBIS matched to their ability? and facebook. Also check the results respectful and responsible behaviours PBIS is a systems approach to estab- PBIS is evidence-based and can be • Do teachers and staff members of his curriculum’s interventions in look like in different locations of the lishing the social culture and behav- adapted to any school environment. at your school consistently teach, schools in the United States on this school?” and “What does a PBIS school ioural support that learners need for Schools that have implemented model and reinforce appropriate link http://cocmentoring.org/success. look like?” A visitor should be able to identify immediately a PBIS school. Posters and other visual displays that commu- Visiting the first PBIS school in SA nicate the behavioral expectations (Be safe, Be respectful and Be responsible) It is exactly a year since the Teacher published every morning. These two are but a few of the learners are emotionally, in order to be able to and acknowledge learners positively a story on Professor Khalil Osiris, an educator core components of the programme. identify necessary interventions to support the should be prominently displayed. whose mission is to change anti-social behaviour Applying the three school-wide values is a class. This is referred to as taking pre-correction Within the first few minutes of enter- through COC Mentoring Programme (COCMP), highly visual exercise. Upon entering the school, measures before behaviour becomes a challenge. ing the school, an individual should a cognitive behavioural change model. His pro- clearly stated school-wide values postings are know what the behavioural expecta- gramme teaches participants how pro-social strategically placed, defining crystal behav- Replacing rules with values tions are. Posters bearing the expec- behaviour transforms one’s life. He would know ioural expectations from learners and teachers. Professor took a moment to explain that behav- tations described on the behaviour this because having spent 20 years of his life Professor says these postings are incidental ioural expectations can be taught similarly to expectations chart are typically devel- imprisoned, he decided to change his life. While educational tools, and helps introduce pro-social how subjects like maths, science and others are. oped for all classroom and non-class- incarcerated he got an education completing thoughts that result in positive behaviour — In a PBIS school everyone is taught behavioural room settings. They serve as teaching bachelors and masters degrees at one Ivy League reduces bullying and increases camraderie. expectations and shared values wherein they are tools, reminders or pre-corrections for institution Boston University. During our stop in the grade 2 class we caught expected to take responsibility for their thoughts learners throughout the day and as a When this internationally recognised expert on a glimpse of young learners’ thoughts posted on and actions, discipline becomes a social skill communication medium to parents restorative justice is not working in South African the wall of values. rather than a punitive engagement. In this system and visitors. prisons with inmates, he spends a great deal of good behaviour is rewarded, all learners receive time in schools as an educator in cognitive behav- Under the value of Be Safe positive attention with less emphasis on wrong- Defining behaviour ioural personal change. Through his COCMP, a • “It won’ bump on someone.” doing. This seemed to prove to be affirming as all expectations cognitive behavioural change model, he is intro- • “I won’t run in the classroom.” learners lined up quietly, walked orderly to their The three core values also described ducing positive behavioural interventions and classrooms and greeted visitors respectfully. I as school-wide values are effective in supports (PBIS) systems in schools. This system, Under the value of Be Respectful even observed a six-year-old offering lunch to her achieving immediate positive behav- when implemented religiously, supports schools • “I wont bully others any more.” peer once she learnt that his lunch box had been iour once teachers, learners and to reduce disciplinary challenges and helps learn- infested with red ants, a gesture of being respon- parents are trained to apply them. ers and educators to spend time on task. Under the value of Be Responsible sible. From the corner of my eye I also caught Additionally, research shows that the Teacher checked on Osiris’s COCMP and • “I will do my homework, that’s a responsible three boys cleaning up after themselves. establishing clearly defined behav- PBIS in schools where it is being implemented. thing to do.” ioural expectations supports teachers We tagged along professor’s visit to Vuleka Parental involvement in managing their classrooms. School in Dunkeld, the first PBIS school in South Observing the Emotional Check in Parents are workshopped to also practice the Learner discipline has traditionally Africa. While it is a marvel to watch Osiris at reflections three school-wide values at home. The philoso- focused on reacting to inappropriate work, engaging teachers, school administrators This is an activity done every morning. Learners phy is that what the school does, the parent behaviour by implementing punitive and ground staff, it is more impressive to see and teachers both do it. Participants say one does and therefore the child feels supported. strategies such as reprimands, loss of learners who are as young as ages 4 to 13, taking word that best describes them for the day, and on As a result the learners would exhibit balanced privileges, office referrals, suspensions responsibility for their actions. This programme a scale of 1 to 10 (1 being the lowest and 10 the behaviour. Melanie Sharland, Managing Director and expulsions. requires very minor adjustments to the school cul- highest) state which of the numbers reflects how at Vuleka school also took a few minutes to talk Research has shown that punish- ture, such as using three basic school-wide values they feel for that day. to us, saying: “Professor’s wonderful programme ment, especially when it is inconsist- — be safe, be responsible and be respectful and The purpose of this fun exercise is to help edu- is working.” ent and used without other positive additionally a simple emotional check-in exercise cators collect information, to assess where their —Report by Phindile Xaba strategies, is ineffective. Teaching,