-
education
-
University Applications 2021: Changes We Will Face
23 Feb 2021 by Damon Sivitilli / No Comments
The global pandemic has greatly changed the way people go about their lives. A lot of systems and industries had to change since physical interaction has been deemed a risk.
-
Wow – The Very Sad State Of Maths And Science In SA Schools
09 Dec 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
South Africa participated in the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study at the grade 5 and grade 9 level, and the results are embarrassing.
-
The Dire State Of Matric Maths In South Africa
28 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The latest figures show that the country is failing to deliver a decent mathematics education to learners, and the consequences are far-reaching.
-
Why World Teachers’ Day Is So Important This Year
05 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The lengths that teachers have gone to during the pandemic, to educate and inspire their students, makes celebrating World Teachers’ Day more important than ever.
-
These Tech-Enabled Campuses Could Be The Future Of Schooling
10 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The ‘new normal’ brought on by the pandemic has shown us that we need alternate ways for children to learn, including online institutions that can ensure a well-rounded education.
-
These SA Universities Cracked The World’s Top 500
03 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
In a study evaluating more than 1 500 universities across 93 countries, with the largest and most diverse assessment of universities worldwide, one SA university stands out from the crowd.
-
Selborne’s Principal Is Tired Of His Partying Pupils
29 Jul 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Whilst teachers and those associated with the day to day running of schools are adhering to strict protocols, pupils are living it up.
-
Dark Humour And Good Laughs In ‘The Simpsons’ 2020 Graduation Address [Video]
09 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
As part of the live-streamed YouTube Originals event, ‘Dear Class of 2020’, Bart, Homer, Lisa, and Marge decided to send their best wishes. Well, sort of.
-
Inside SA’s First Boutique Tech-Enabled Private High Schools
25 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
New private, tech-enabled high school campuses coming to Joburg and Cape Town, are set to revolutionise learning in South Africa.
-
New COVID-19 Rules For Schools Makes Chewing Gum In Class Too Easy
22 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A new document sent to schools outlines the measures that must be in place to ensure the safety of staff and students.
-
Update On When We Can Expect Schools To Reopen
11 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Parents hoping for clarity with regards when schools will reopen may have to wait a little longer, with the South African Teachers’ Union raising concerns.
-
Should You Pay Your Private School Fees During Lockdown?
06 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Parents educating their children at home have some pressing questions about whether or not they should continue paying school fees.
-
UPDATED: Schools To Reopen Next Week – What You Need To Know
29 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The department of basic education has outlined its plan to gradually reopen schools from next week.
-
Online Learning Versus Remote Learning – Here’s The Difference
17 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Your child may have been learning online during the lockdown, but they aren’t necessarily engaged in ‘online learning’.
-
Parents Should Listen To This Podcast On COVID-19 And Education
02 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
On the podcast ‘Think Outside The Classroom’, Harvard Professor Robert Lue weighs in on education and COVID-19.
-
Public Versus Private School – Do High Fees Really Guarantee A Quality Education?
20 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
It’s widely believed that the more something costs, the better it is. When it comes to education, that’s not always the case.
-
How To Keep Your Child’s Education On Track During A Pandemic
12 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
With schools closing all over the world due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you don’t let your child’s education fall by the wayside.
-
Can’t Find The Clitoris? The Vagina Museum Is Here To Help [Video]
19 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Despite the fact that we’re almost 20 years into the 2000s, people are still confused about female anatomy. That’s where the Vagina Museum comes in.
-
Annoying Genius Child Gets Electrical Engineering Degree Aged Nine
15 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Most parents think their child is a little genius, but with an IQ of 145, Laurent Simons’ parents have genuine bragging rights.
-
KZN Parent Disgusted By Matric’s ‘Satanic’ Artwork Goes On Rant [Video]
22 Oct 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
At a private school with a “Christian ethos” in KZN, one pupil’s artwork has come under fire. This parent, in particular, is less than impressed.
-
GetSmarter Co-Founder Launches Virtual High School
27 Sep 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Rob Paddock, one half of the team that founded the hugely successful GetSmarter, is now looking to revolutionise high school education in South Africa.
-
Organisation Uses Racist SA Prime Minister Hendrik Verwoed As Face Of Ad Campaign
01 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A recent education-related campaign is using the face of Hendrik Verwoerd to really drive home its message.
-
Why Kids In The Cape Flats Take Guns And Knives To School
01 Jul 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A study has revealed why so many kids who live in the Cape Flats feel the need to take a gun or a knife to school.
-
19 Kids Kill Themselves Over Mistake Exam Results
02 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
19 students have taken their own lives in India since mid-April, following the release of intermediate examination results.
-
Wanna Make Big Bucks? This Is What You Should Be Studying
07 Jan 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Your chances of getting a job are significantly better if you hold a tertiary degree. Your chances of getting a high paying job are significantly better if you hold one of these degrees.
-
Proof That Having A Tertiary Education In South Africa Goes A Long Way
22 Nov 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
The Department of Labour has released its report on job opportunities in South Africa, highlighting the importance of a university degree.
-
A Quick Look At The Academic Qualifications Of South Africa’s Post-1994 Presidents
18 Oct 2018 by Carrie / 1 Comment
Everybody knows that Jacob Zuma wasn’t exactly swimming in academic excellence, but how do our other post-1994 presidents compare?
-
Trouble Brewing In Fish Hoek As Mother And Principal Square Off
30 Aug 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Parents at Sun Valley Primary School seem to have a few issues with the principal. As the dispute spills over into the public domain, things are heating up.
-
Private School Freaking Out Over Explicit Music Video, After Hiring Out Grounds [Video]
23 Aug 2018 by Carrie / 1 Comment
A posh private school in England rented out its grounds to rapper Stefflon Don. The music video she filmed has caused quite a backlash,
-
“Inappropriate Relationship” With Pupil Sees Michaelhouse Teacher Resign
17 Aug 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The prestigious KZN school is in the news again, with parents being sent a letter outlining an “inappropriate relationship” that took place.
-
-
-
2oceansvibe Partners
-
-
