Education Matters is a podcast that recognises the importance and significance of education in South Africa. Education Matters exist in a multifaceted ecosystem that deserves open dialogue and discussion for information-sharing, understanding and involvement.
Education Matters in South Africa
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Education Matters is a podcast that recognises the importance and significance of education in South Africa. Education Matters exist in a multifaceted ecosystem that deserves open dialogue and discussion for information-sharing, understanding and involvement.
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9/15/2020
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Recent Episodes
August 21, 2022
EGRS: Reading Outside the Classroom
<p>Host: Lesang Sebaeng (DBE)</p> <p>Guests: Kolosa Nonkenge (DBE) and Sibongile Khumalo (Learning Trust)</p> <p>Through the Early Grade Reading Study, the Department of Basic Education, implemented strategies to improve reading outcomes. The strategies implemented included three treatment arms also known as three interventions. </p> <p>However, the Early Grade Reading Research Study indicated that parent involvement is complex, and it requires collaborative effort from communities, civil society, and corporate partners. </p> <p>The Department recently published its second report on early grade reading available on the episode notes available here: https://www.education.gov.za/Portals/0/Documents/Reports/EGRS/EGRS%20Indaba%202022/EGRS%20Technical%20Report_.pdf </p> <p>Youtube, EGRS Indaba: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6zGJ60Ijuw </p> <p>This episode is proudly brought to you by the Department of Basic Education in South Africa. </p> <p>#EGRS</p> <p><br></p>
August 14, 2022
EGRS: Research on Reading Capabilities in South African Schools
<p>Host: Mary Metcalfe (National Planning Commissioner in the Presidency)</p> <p>Guests: Nompumelelo Mohohlwane, Stephen Taylor, and Carol Nuga Deliwe (all DBE)</p> <p>The Department of Basic Education with its partners has been conducting research to better understand and improve reading outcomes in South Africa. This 10-year study is called the Early Grade Reading Study (EGRS). The Department recently published its second report on early grade reading available on the episode notes available here: </p> <p>https://www.education.gov.za/Portals/0/Documents/Reports/EGRS/EGRS%20Indaba%202022/EGRS%20Technical%20Report_.pdf </p> <p>Youtube, EGRS Indaba: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6zGJ60Ijuw </p> <p>Our host and guests unpack how much it really costs to build a reading nation and how government can make use of research to make informed decisions to influence policy. </p> <p>This episode is proudly brought to you by the Department of Basic Education in South Africa. </p> <p><br></p>
July 6, 2022
E204 Gender stereotypes & educational outcomes
<p>Guests: Likho Bottoman and Hanne Huysmans</p> <p>Introductory audio from VVOB: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gspYn9fUrY&t=10s </p> <p>Gender stereotypes and experiences have an influence on educational outcomes. Gender conformity is affirmed when it is aligned to prominent gender experiences, whilst those who identify differently are made to feel like outcasts. There is a need for more inclusion and affirmation of different gender identities and experiences. </p> <p>Likho Bottoman's journal article: https://journals.co.za/doi/abs/10.10520/ejc-jeds_v2021_nsi1_a9</p> <p>Recommended book: https://www.takealot.com/the-pink-line/PLID32874721?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhqaVBhCxARIsAHK1tiPPqzQbDPqFGZcT4b-0B1RccLJ5KiHpFHgyr8qDf1gTNFNbNAplyHoaAr1MEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds</p>
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