Masters Degrees (Educational Psychology)
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Graad 11-leerders se siening van middelemisbruik deur adolessente in ’n plattelandse gemeenskap
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : The Northern Cape, as part of the research context for this study, is characterised by specific economic and social problems, including a low socio-economic status, high unemployment, disintegrated family ... -
Mathematical difficulties encountered by physics students in kinematics : a case study of form 4 classes in a high school in Botswana
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : The study set to investigate the mathematical difficulties that students encounter when learning kinematics in physics. It examined the nature of mathematical difficulties, their possible sources and the ... -
An exploration of the identity formation of adolescents growing up in bicultural households in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : This study explored the identity formation process of adolescents being raised in bicultural households in the South African context. A bicultural household can be defined as a family in which one parent ... -
How South African universities can contribute to preparing the future workforce for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : The Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) is a complex phenomenon. Its transformative nature holds implications for South African universities, graduate employability and the workplace. Artificial ... -
Exploring sexuality education in government high schools
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch Universit, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Talking about sex oriented topics, including sexuality is still, to this day regarded as taboo within some cultures and groups and could therefore be uncomfortable for certain learners and teachers when ... -
Reflections on the experiences of a group of emerging-adult violent offenders and the value of interventions in navigating their lives
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : This study sought to explore the experiences and meaning-making process of emerging-adult violent offenders and the value of interventions in navigating the social spaces of their lives. Underpinning ... -
Die effek van 'n luistervaardigheidsprogram op die luistergedrag van Afrikaanssprekende Graad 2 leerders in die grondslagfase : 'n gevallestudie
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Listening skills in children, especially in the ages from birth to nine years old, has decreased through the years. Research has shown that a lack of listening skills has a definite influence on children’s ... -
Teachers perceptions regarding the implementation of the Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS) policy in mainstream schools
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Since the abolishment of apartheid in South Africa there has been a restructuring of the education system towards inclusive education. According to the Department of Education (DoE, 2001), the formulation ... -
Homework : tedious tradition or enterprising learning endeavour
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : During the last decade there has been increasing interest in and debate about the topic of homework and the many challenges associated with this traditional educational practice. The focus of this research ... -
'n Ondersoek na die opvoedkundige ondersteuning van enkelouer plaaswerkers aan hul skoolgaande kinders
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Knowledge about single farm worker parents’ support to their schoolchildren is seldom the subject of educational research, regardless of the challenges that such situations at home can pose for children’s ... -
Possible risks related to student academic success in Income Tax N6 at two TVET colleges in the Western Cape province
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Accompanying the widening of access to higher education, students are increasingly less prepared for higher education studies and more at risk of dropping out or taking longer to complete their studies. ... -
Exploring parental support for disengaging primary school students
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Disengagement is multidimensional and has negative implications for academic success. Students that are disengaging may display behaviour that includes a lack of participation in class and school activities, ... -
Teaching gender concepts to boys in high school : male teachers’ perspectives
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Life Orientation (LO) is a compulsory subject in primary and secondary South African schools as contained in the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) curriculum document. The LO curriculum ... -
Belewinge van eerste-generasie studente as beurshouers
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)AFRIKAANSE OPSOMMING : Suid-Afrika het 'n tekort aan swart (swart en bruin) geoktrooieerde rekenmeesters. Die Thuthuka-projek, geïnisieer deur die Suid-Afrikaanse Instituut vir Geoktrooieerde Rekenmeesters (SAIGR), het ten ... -
Preschool teachers' perspectives of the teacher-child relationship within the context of a diverse classroom
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Research has shown that a positive teacher-child relationship in early childhood have an influence on future academic performance (Madil, Gest, & Rodkin, 2014), success (Pianta & Struhlman, 2004) as well ... -
A conceptual analysis of the provision of a private school in a Namibian town
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : This study draws on the work done by Gadamer on hermeneutics. Gadamer’s hermeneutics mainly focuses on the understanding and interpretation of text. Using this as a platform for my study, I conducted a ... -
Exploring role modelling for adolescent boys within the context of the single mother household
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Growing up, we are all influenced and guided by significant adults in the decisions we make and in our understanding of the world. This study explored the role model phenomenon for boys growing up in ... -
Raising a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder : the role of parent support systems
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that is currently being diagnosed in one in every 59 children worldwide. It is considered one of the most stressful childhood disorders for ... -
Parenting a child with ADHD: Exploring the experiences of single mothers with ADHD
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental, neurobiological condition of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Recent studies and a new understanding of ADHD reveal that ... -
Parents’ perspectives on the developmental care needs of a child with Down Syndrome
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : In the South African context, considerable remnants of the Apartheid era is still evident in low socio-economic areas. Parents, living in adverse conditions, namely, over-crowded housing, poor nutrition, ...
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