Teise, Kevin L. G.Mefi, Masekake Elidateise2022-02-072022-02-072020-11http://hdl.handle.net/11660/11404The aim of this study is to explore the experiences of teachers, principals and other stakeholders regarding the implementation of the Performance Contracting Policy (2011) in Lesotho high Schools. In education, a Performance Contract (PC) firstly involves establishing a definitive set of performance teaching-learning objectives, followed by evaluating student progress over a period of time, and then reporting on such progress. This presupposes that teachers are accountable and responsible for the management of the school, student performance and output which defines the quality and standards of the school. To realise the aim of this study, a qualitative research methodology coupled with an interpretivist paradigm, was adopted. In line with this approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with various teachers, principals and officials. A purposive participation selection process was used to identify participants. In an attempt to conceptualise performance contracting, both internationally and nationally, a literature study was undertaken. The Lesotho MOET adopted the performance contract policy (2011) to improve the quality of education in the country. The findings of the study reveal various challenges that influenced the effective implementation of the Performance Contracting Policy (2011) which adversely affected the quality of education. Various recommendations were elicited from the data analysis; namely, MOET should embark on workshops and training to interrogate PCPs so that teachers know what is expected of them to improve the quality of education. The study concluded that MOET develop a support structure to promote effective and efficient evaluation and monitoring in order to assist teachers, principals and schools during the implementation of PC policies.enDissertation (M.Ed. (Policy Studies and Governance))--University of the Free State, 2020Performance Contracting Policy -- LesothoSchool management and education -- LesothoDissertationUniversity of the Free State