Masters Degrees (School of Education Studies)
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Academic performance in Mathematics among selected high school students in Phuthaditjhaba as a function of the teacher's motivation
(University of the Free State, 2003-10)This study seeks to investigate the academic performance in Mathematics among selected high school students in Phuthaditjhaba as a function of the teacher's motivation. This investigation was triggered by the arguments put ... -
Peer-group pressure as a contributory factor to alcohol abuse among learners in selected high schools in QwaQwa (RSA)
(University of the Free State, 2001)The main purpose of this study was to investigate whether peer-group pressure is a major contributory factor to alcohol abuse among learners in selected high schools in QwaQwa. Five hundred (500) high school adolescents ... -
Enhancing the teaching and learning of Grade 11 trigonometric functions using integrated ICT
(University of the Free State, 2021-11)This study aimed at designing a strategy to enhance the teaching and learning of Grade 11 trigonometric functions using information and communication technologies (ICT). Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS) ... -
Comparative analysis of representations in natural sciences textbooks and senior phase curriculum and assessment policy statement
(University of the Free State, 2021-11)Textbooks are known to be primary resources for teaching and learning in most classrooms. Many inexperienced teachers rely on textbooks for content, lesson planning and guidance when teaching natural sciences. Several ... -
Exploring the training-needs of teachers for the implementation of Life Skills Education (LSE) in Lesotho: a case study of selected rural and urban secondary schools
(University of the Free State, 2021-11)Teachers are the most important players in the effective teaching and learning of Life Skills Education (LSE). It is, therefore, crucial to ensure that they are well prepared to facilitate the new teaching of LSE. A teacher's ... -
Enhancing teacher pedagogical content knowledge of teaching Sesotho phonics to learners with learning disabilities
(University of the Free State, 2021-10)This study focuses on the enhancement of teachers’ pedagogical content knowledge (TPCK) by investigating the lived-experiences and knowledge of three special school teachers who teach learners with learning disabilities ... -
Exploring principals’ roles in improving literacy in the foundation phase
(University of the Free State, 2021-07)This dissertation explored the role of the principal in improving literacy in the foundation phase. The challenges teachers and principals experienced were shown in the study as well as additional influential factors ... -
Exploring the enhancement of disciplinary processes in Botshabelo primary schools
(University of the Free State, 2021-02)The objective of this study was to explore the possible strategies that could be used to address problems of poor learner discipline in primary schools based in Botshabelo, Mangaung Metropolitan District in Motheo Education ... -
Beginner teachers’ experiences of professional identity development during an induction programme in the Free State
(University of the Free State, 2021-11)In this study, I explored the professional identity of beginner teachers (BTs) during an induction programme. Research indicates that many new teachers are thrown into the deep end when they start their careers and are ... -
Exploring factors influencing Grade 7 learners’ performance in Mathematics in the Frances Baard District
(University of the Free State, 2021-11)The performance of learners who reach Grade 7 level tends to decline owing to a number of factors. Presently, learners from more impoverished communities are denied access to the trending resources, which places them at a ... -
Exploring approaches for teacher representatives on school governing bodies to cope with demanding relationships
(University of the Free State, 2021)The challenges School Governing Body (SGB) teachers experienced were shown in the study and additional influential factors affecting the best interest of primary schools. This study was grounded in a theoretical framework ... -
Exploring teacher knowledge of information and communication technologies in curriculum practice
(University of the Free State, 2021)Vandeyar (2020:1) argues that currently, some teachers have less knowledge or no knowledge in ICTs, particularly in curriculum practice, which affects the enhancement of teaching and learning, particularly in rural schools. ... -
Conceptualisation and use of educational technology in the teaching and learning of Grade 7 geography in some primary schools in Mangaung
(University of the Free State, 2001-01)This study investigates conceptualisation and use of educational technology by teachers in some primary schools in Mangaung. Situated within educational discourses about knowledge and pedagogy, the central aim is to examine ... -
Developing a framework of parental involvement to enhance academic performance of learners in schools
(University of the Free State, 2018)This study was initiated with the primary aim to provide teachers and parents with a framework of parental involvement to enhance academic performance of learners in schools. This study was prompted by the lack of potential ... -
'n Sosiaal-pedagogiese beskouing van sommige aspekte van die vryetydsproblematiek met besondere verwysing na vryheid en gesag
(University of the Free State, 1980-12)Afrikaans: Die uitgangspunt van hierdie studie is dat die lewensbeskoulike aspek sentraal staan in 'n beskouing van die vryetydsproblematiek en dat die wisselwerking tussen vryheid en gesag van besondere belang is. Die ... -
Enhancing the leadership role of female- managers through participatory action research: a case in the technical vocational education and training college
(University of the Free State, 2018-06)The aim of the study was to design a plan to enhance the leadership role of female managers through participatory action research in the TVET College. Without the support of management to colleagues taken into consideration, ... -
Enhancing professional curriculum practice in a Grade 9 economic and management sciences class
(University of the Free State, 2018-12)This study aimed to design a strategy to enhance professional curriculum practice (PCP) for a Grade 9 economic and management sciences class (EMS) at a school in Thabo Mofutsanyana district. For this study to reach its ... -
The use of cellular phones to improve curriculum practice in economic and management sciences classes
(University of the Free State, 2018-06)The study aimed to design a framework for the use of cellular phones to improve curriculum practice in economic management sciences classes. Twenty-first century learners and the reforms in South Africa require that our ... -
A strategy to improve professional curriculum practice in a Grade R mathematics class
(University of the Free State, 2018-12)The aim of the study was to design a strategy to improve professional curriculum practice in a Grade R mathematics class. In order to achieve this aim, the following objectives were highlighted throughout the study: to ... -
Die funksie en taak van die skoolhoof van die hoër tegniese skool met spesiale verwysing na skoolorganisasie in Kaapland
(University of the Free State, 1973-12)Abstract not available