The Role of Resources in Promoting Teaching and Learning in South Africa

Molaudzi, Azwindini Moses

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-44217-0_35

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“…Principals also make decisions to increase the levels of resource support for professional development of school personnel and therefore contributing to teacher effectiveness. Availability of resources was also fond to be crucial in improvement of attendance of students in public schools along with the impact on effective learning (Molaudzi, 2020). The influence of resource adequacy on SSE has received attention in recent times but has not been researched in-depth.…”

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School resource inadequacy and school social engagement: Mediating effect of principals' stress

Prabhakar

Gantasala

Madireddy³

et al. 2022

Journal Community Psychology

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This study is intended to assess and help us understand the role of school resource inadequacy (SRI) on school social engagement (SSE). The authors also utilize this opportunity to analyze the influence of school resource inadequacies on principal stress (PS) and the influence of PS on SSE. School administrators would stand to benefit by understanding the direct influences of school resource inadequacies on SSE, the direct influence of school resource inadequacies on PS, the direct influence of PS on SSE, and the interactional effect of school resource inadequacies and PS on SSE. This study utilizes data from the “Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS) Principal Questionnaire,” 2018 available for England (United Kingdom). The respondents for this survey are principals of public and private schools in England (United Kingdom). Cronbach alpha values were calculated for the variables to confirm the reliability of variables considered for this study. Also used in this study are the Kaiser‐Meyer‐Olkin (KMO) test and the Andrew F. Hayes model 4 to test the mediating influence and interactional effects. SPSS 23.0 was used for the purpose of data analysis and the output tables are from the results of the tests done using SPSS. The results reiterate the relationship between SRI and PS. This study also establishes the relationship between PS and SSE as being negative, meaning that the lower the PS greater is the SSE. Results also show evidence of the relationship between SRI and SSE, meaning that adequate school resources have a positive influence on SSE. Further, the mediating effect of PS on SSE and SRI was also tested and established. The findings of this study are important for school administrators and regulators in understanding the relationship between school resources, SSE, and the mediating influence of PS. This study establishes the relationship between SRI and PS, SRI and SSE, PS, and SSE. The research is also unique as it establishes the mediating influence of PS.

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Section: Sri and Ssementioning

confidence: 99%

School resource inadequacy and school social engagement: Mediating effect of principals' stress

Prabhakar

Gantasala

Madireddy³

et al. 2022

Journal Community Psychology

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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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The Role of Resources in Promoting Teaching and Learning in South Africa

Cited by 2 publications

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School resource inadequacy and school social engagement: Mediating effect of principals' stress

School resource inadequacy and school social engagement: Mediating effect of principals' stress

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

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