Teacher training, professional development, and education articles.
English in the CAPS Curriculum English is taught as either Home Language (HL) or First Additional Language (FAL) in South African schools. The teaching approach differs significantly between these two streams. Home Language assumes learners arrive with a foundation in the language, while FAL recognises that many learners are developing English proficiency alongside their home … Read more
Reading in the CAPS Foundation Phase The CAPS curriculum places reading at the centre of Foundation Phase learning. Home Language and First Additional Language both require systematic instruction in reading, progressing from phonemic awareness in Grade R to independent reading by Grade 3. Teachers need a clear understanding of reading development and practical strategies to … Read more
South Africa’s Independent Examinations Board (IEB) plays a pivotal role in the country’s education system. Serving as an independent assessment body, it sets the standards and guidelines for students’ qualifications and examinations throughout the region. The IEB ensures that the quality of education remains consistently high, providing all learners with the opportunity to succeed and … Read more