Doctoral Degrees (Curriculum Studies)
Recent Submissions
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The effects of student identities on English as a foreign language learning motivation in a Saudi university context.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Motivation has been identified as one of the most important factors in the language learning achievement of English foreign or second language students. Moreover, identity is regarded as one of the most ...
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A phenomenological investigation into the lived experience of selected accounting teachers in the Western Cape Province
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : This study investigates the lived experiences of selected Further Education and Training Accounting teachers residing in the Western Cape Province in South Africa. The main research question is: What are ...
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Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges in South Africa: a framework for leading curriculum change
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)AFRIKAANSE OPSOMMING : Die herstrukturering van die kollege-kurrikulum, wat die kern van Suid-Afrika se beroepsonderwys- en opleidingstelsel uitmaak, blyk noodsaaklik te wees ten einde die standaard van Tegniese en ...
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Multiple levels and aspects of language competency in English and Intermediate Phase mathematics teachers: An analysis of case of the Eastern Cape Province
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : The South African Language in Education Policy (LiEP) stipulates the use of English or Afrikaans as a language of instruction in the upper primary school, after mother-tongue instruction in the lower ...
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Die uitbeelding van omgewingskwessies in geselekteerde tekste uit die Afrikaanse kinder- en jeugliteratuur : 'n ekokritiese perspektief
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : This thesis is about the portrayal of environmental issues in Afrikaans children’s and youth literature and of the potential of these types of texts regarding environmental education. The study responds ...
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A study of the development of mathematical knowledge in a geogebra-focused learning environment
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : This study was about a GeoGebra-focused learning environment in which students could develop mathematical knowledge. It was done during an intervention with a convenient sample of 48 Science and Mathematics ...
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The introduction of online mathematics assessment as an alternate assessment to facilitate mathematics learning of senior phase deaf and hard of hearing learners
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : The difficulties Deaf and H/H learners experience during paper and pencil mathematics assessments as a result of reading, interpretation and language obstacles result in their poor performance in school ...
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Teaching literature in to English second language learners in Botswana primary schools: exploring in-service education and training teachers’ classroom practices
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Primary school level is where the love for reading and understanding of literature starts, and for the teachers to succeed in the teaching of reading and literature they need to display certain habits ...
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Variables associated with student learning resource preferences in the learning management system at a Faculty of Military Science
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)
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Using design-based research to analyse the development of an inquiry-based approach for teaching direct current electricity to pre-service teachers
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : This study uses a design-based research (DBR) approach to develop pre-service science teachers’ (PSSTs) conceptual understanding in the domain of direct current electricity. A preliminary study was ...
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Perceptions of pre-service teachers in foundation phase mathematics about their professional development
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : This study investigated 3rd-year pre-service teachers’ (PSTs) professional development (PD) in Foundation Phase Mathematics., The study specifically elicited the PSTs’ perceived improvement in their ...
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A learning design framework for active learning using audience response systems
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : The aim of the study was to analyse the use of audience response activities as part of active learning at Stellenbosch University, South Africa, and to map out strategies to explore the most effective ...
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A critical theory enquiry in the development of number sense in Namibian first year pre-service secondary mathematics teachers
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : This study, “A Critical Theory enquiry in the development of number sense in Namibian first year pre-service secondary mathematics teachers,” inquired into the effectiveness of a Critical Theory informed ...
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Realistic Mathematics Education and Professional Development: A Case Study of the Experiences of Primary School Mathematics Teachers in Namibia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : The study’s context is the current reform movement adapting continuing professional development (CPD) as a means of upgrading teachers’ subject knowledge as well as their teaching. Professional development ...
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Exploring the implementation of environmental education in Grade R : a case study of selected Early Childhood Development (ECD) Centres
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Planet Earth is plagued by a myriad of problems which have been on the increase in recent years. These include, among other things, e–waste; reduction in biodiversity, air pollution, global warming and ...
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PSP’s support of science education through teacher development : a case study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: An analysis of a teacher development programme known as the Cluster Project is central to this research. Study of the form, processes and outcomes of the project model draws attention to teacher professional ...
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The role of context in decision making about professional learning by lecturers at a research-intensive university
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The professional learning of academics for the teaching function inherently is a change imperative and it has become an important enterprise in the delivering of high quality student learning within the ...
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The role of reflection in integrating theory and practice in foundation phase teacher education
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In this study the perceptions and experiences of a number of South African Bachelor of Education Foundation Phase (FP) teacher educators and students were explored to obtain insight into the role of ...
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Re-interpreting English for academic purposes in a trinational Bachelor's degree in Business Administration
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study investigates the conceptualisation of the English curriculum in a trinational and trilingual Bachelor's programme in Business Administration shared between France, Germany and Switzerland, ...
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Lesson study as a support strategy for teacher development : a case study of middle school science teachers in Eritrea
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Against the background of education reforms, this study was conducted to determine what can be learnt from using lesson study as professional development strategy in Eritrea. The core problem discussed ...
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Die geleefde ervarings van primere skoolonderwysers binne 'n kultuur van performatiwiteit
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study focuses on the lived experiences of primary school teachers within a culture of performativity. The French philosopher, Jean-Francois Lyotard (1984) more than anyone else gave credence to the ...
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Learning to teach : communication skills in teacher education
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study investigates the development of the classroom communication behaviours of Foundation Phase student teachers over the course of a B Ed degree programme at a South African university. It challenges ...
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An assessment of climate change science literacy and climate change pedagogical literacy of geography teachers in the Western Cape
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This survey research employed a criterion-referenced multiple-choice questionnaire to collect data from 194 FET Geography teachers in the Western Cape province to assess their level of literacy in both ...
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Unpacking teachers' pedagogical content knowledge and skills to develop learners' problem solving skills
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In this study, the pedagogical knowledge of Foundation Phase teachers is explored (and unpacked) in order to obtain insight into their understanding of the teaching and learning of mathematics. The teacher’s ...
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An analysis of learning characteristics, processes, and representations in mathematical modelling of middle school learners with special educational needs
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The special needs community is in the midst of a philosophical and physical shift from a segregated system to an integrated system, not only in placement, but more importantly, in terms of learning and ...
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The process of mathematisation in mathematical modelling of number patterns in secondary school mathematics
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Research has confirmed the educational value of mathematical modelling for learners of all abilities. The development of modelling competencies is essential in the modelling approach. Little research has ...
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The effect of a problem based learning approach on the teaching and learning of composition and inverses of functions in a foundation programme
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The purpose of the study was to investigate The effect of the Problem-Based Learning Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach in the teaching of composition and inverse functions in a foundation programme. ...
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Zimbabwes environmental education programme and its implications for sustainable development
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The environmental education (EE)-sustainable development (SD) nexus has generated much research and debate at local, national and global levels (Fien, 1993). Although the term EE is quite old, dating back ...
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First additional language teaching in selected Grade 4 - 6 classes in Western Cape urban schools : the case of Afrikaans
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to investigate and describe the current state of Afrikaans FAL teaching in selected Gr 4 – 6 classes in Western Cape urban schools. This was done by presenting an overview of ...
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Investigating teaching and learning of Grade 9 Algebra through excel spreadsheets : a mixed-methods case study for Lesotho
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The teaching and learning of algebra in the middle school grades in Lesotho is dominated by the mechanistic approach where learners are drilled on procedures for solving certain types of problems in ...
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