2015
DOI: 10.1177/1757743815586522
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Pedagogic strategies: Using empowerment theory to confront issues of language and race within mathematics education

Abstract: Within the classroom milieu a teacher wields considerable power; however, teaching may become overwhelming when the teacher is faced with somewhat diverse learners. Dealing with such in the classroom is a challenging task. This qualitative study aims to explore how teachers confront issues of language and race within mathematics education. It was carried out at one university in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), South Africa. The participants are mathematics teachers who enrolled as postgraduate mathematics education stude… Show more

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“…Discussions about notions of empowerment and empowerment theory developed in the 1960s and 1970s, out of concern for the powerlessness of specific groups in society (Naidoo 2015). The empowerment theory acts as an agent of change in influencing networks to determine how to perceive states of disparity and foul play in order to build the forces of those viewed as frail (Budeli 2012).…”
Section: The Empowerment Theorymentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…Discussions about notions of empowerment and empowerment theory developed in the 1960s and 1970s, out of concern for the powerlessness of specific groups in society (Naidoo 2015). The empowerment theory acts as an agent of change in influencing networks to determine how to perceive states of disparity and foul play in order to build the forces of those viewed as frail (Budeli 2012).…”
Section: The Empowerment Theorymentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The empowerment theory acts as an agent of change in influencing networks to determine how to perceive states of disparity and foul play in order to build the forces of those viewed as frail (Budeli 2012). This theory suggests that views of the self can contribute to individual, community and social change (Naidoo 2015). As such, the empowerment theory creates a platform for human behaviour transformation and, subsequently, opportunities for structural reform in society.…”
Section: The Empowerment Theorymentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Secondly, attention is given to the empowerment theory (Naidoo, 2015). The underlying premise here is that human beings can become agents of change when affirmed and given support (Budeli, 2012).…”
Section: Theoretical Considerationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The underlying premise here is that human beings can become agents of change when affirmed and given support (Budeli, 2012). Through this empowerment, change can be realised that contributes to individual, community and social change (Naidoo, 2015). It becomes imperative especially in contexts in need of structural reform to aid and build human potential through opportunity (Delp et al, 2005).…”
Section: Theoretical Considerationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Discussions revolving around notions of empowerment and empowerment theory advanced in the 1960s and 1970s out of concern for the powerlessness of specific groups in society (Naidoo, 2015) this research paper focuses on Zimmerman's notion of empowerment, in which professionals (law enforcers) are encouraged to engage as 'collaborators' rather than 'authoritative experts.' Empowerment is both a value orientation for working in the community and a theoretical model for understanding the process and consequences of efforts to exert control and influence over decisions that affect one's life, organizational functioning, and the quality of community life (Zimmerman, 2000).…”
Section: Empowerment Theorymentioning
confidence: 99%