Overcrowded Classrooms and their Association with South African Learners’ Mathematics Achievement

Graham, Marien Alet

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“…In the early stages of the pandemic, Azorín (2020) highlighted COVID‐19's exacerbating effects on the Spanish education system. The study pointed to several dynamics which fairly encapsulate a global picture, including high rates of socioeconomic segregation (Kuzmanic et al., 2023; Macías León & Del Pino‐Brunet, 2023; Praharaj et al., 2023); overcrowded classrooms (Graham, 2023); obsolete curricula (Abdallah & Alriyami, 2022); and teachers' digital competency, or lack thereof (Basilotta‐Gómez‐Pablos et al., 2022). As early as (2021), UNESCO reported that COVID‐related school closures have been linked to students' stunted cognitive and psychosocial development and other similarly troubling trends.…”

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Moving forward in the world: Outcomes and communication for effective reform

Salvatore

2024

Future in Educational Research

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Recent years have given rise to an overwhelming number of challenges, thus complicating the prioritization of desirable outcomes in education. Clarity of purpose is difficult to generate when competing forces rage simultaneously. Yet, success in education reform depends on clear objectives. To encourage clarity in thought and action, this short essay discusses three salient notions: essential outcomes, communication pathways between micro, meso, and macro levels, and the practical ramifications of limited conceptions of “world.” In the inquisitive and explorative spirit of CIES, and in line with the queries that prompted this response, I offer a series of related reflections for each notion, which I hope will spark conversation and embolden our commitment to critical deliberations and thoughtful initiative.

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Moving forward in the world: Outcomes and communication for effective reform

Salvatore

2024

Future in Educational Research

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Bridging Gaps in STEM Education: The Case for Dedicated Learning Centres in South African Townships and Rural Areas

Ntsanwisi

2024

European Journal of STEM Education

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This article explores the critical need for improved Mathematics, Science, Engineering and Technology (STEM) education in South African townships and rural areas, where persistent challenges in teaching methods and resource accessibility have hindered the development of these crucial subjects. The perception of Mathematics and Science as complex subjects, coupled with societal pressures to prioritise less ‘challenging’ subjects, has resulted in a quantity-over-quality approach to education. This article argues for establishing dedicated Mathematics, Science, Engineering, and technology centres in these underserved regions, drawing upon global research findings that underscore the importance of continuous improvement in STEM subjects for individual and national advancement. The proposed centres aim to address educational disparities by providing innovative teaching methods, resource access, and mentorship programs. These proposed centres intend to rectify educational disparities by offering innovative teaching methods, improved resource access, and mentorship programs. Through examining successful case studies and potential challenges, this article calls for a comprehensive approach to reshape the STEM education landscape in South African townships and rural areas, contributing to a more equitable and robust educational system.

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Overcrowded Classrooms and their Association with South African Learners’ Mathematics Achievement

Cited by 2 publications

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Moving forward in the world: Outcomes and communication for effective reform

Moving forward in the world: Outcomes and communication for effective reform

Bridging Gaps in STEM Education: The Case for Dedicated Learning Centres in South African Townships and Rural Areas

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