Chapter 3: Investigating the Nature of Biodiversity Knowledge inNatural Sciences Curriculum and Textbooks

Abstract

Chapter 3

Entrepreneurial Mindset as a Facilitator and Barrier to Entrepreneurship Development: The Mediating Role of Entrepreneurial Culture

“…Moreover, one of the most effective approaches towards ensuring investment as an approach to changing the mindset regarding entrepreneurship is to ensure its incubation at primary school level. Mmekwa (2023) notes that entrepreneurship education is an essential aspect of education that should be introduced early in life to prepare learners for the future. South Africa has realised this importance and tried including entrepreneurship education in the primary school curriculum.…”

“…South Africa has realised this importance and tried including entrepreneurship education in the primary school curriculum. However, entrepreneurship is offered as an optional subject and a 30% component of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) (Mmekwa, 2023). There are several benefits of undertaking such a move; firstly, such a move (entrepreneurship education in primary schools) can that ensure learners, at an early stage, develop and understand the types of skills and knowledge needed to become successful entrepreneurs, and develop skills such as innovation, creativity, and teamwork.…”

“…Thirdly, it is vital to note that with the right skills and knowledge, entrepreneurship education can help reduce unemployment and poverty in South Africa. By equipping learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to start their businesses, they can create job opportunities for themselves and others (Mmekwa, 2023).…”