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Online lessons can be of great value for learners and teachers, but where do you start? What should you consider in order to create effective digital environments for your classes? Follow this five-step easy guide to get started:

In celebration of Global Handwashing Day on 15 October 2020 the Department of Basic Education, UNICEF and Lifebuoy announced the signing of a declaration

It is always encouraging to witness the achievement of our authors. Authors work so hard to create timeless content that will be consumed even long after they are gone. So it is a privilege when one’s hard work gets the deserved recognition.

We use mental maths every day, and some of it is so ingrained we may not even think about it. Learners who can do mental maths increase their number sense and do maths with more fluency and ease. Frequent mental maths also helps learners build confidence.

Teachers use group guided reading to teach their children to become good readers.

A mentor is a person who is successful and is trusted through their positive track record. A trusted advisor, support structure and guide.

Providing feedback to learners acts as a guide towards their success. It offers learners a better explanation as to how they are doing. It is a key element in the learning process.

As an educator, you have a responsibility for every learner in your class. A differentiated class is an inclusive class.

Can the learners work together? How do learners conduct themselves? How effective are you in classroom management?

Change is inevitable. Some changes are small and easy to adapt to, while others are large and more difficult to process.

How do you keep going amid unexpected challenges? In her inspiring presentation

As educators, we work for a Department that already has a vision and mission. This is further fed to each province and depending on which province we work in we: