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Elements of the Physical Learning Environment That Impact on Teaching and Learning in South African Grade 1 Classrooms

This study investigates how physical classroom factors like noise and large class sizes impact Grade 1 mathematics learning in South Africa from a cognitive load perspective. It finds that environmental stressors overload working memory and hinder foundational learning during the early school years.

early childhood education foundational learning mathematics
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Administrator · 0.3 MB 2
PDF 2019
Improving Fathers' Involvement in Early Childhood Development in Cape Town

This report investigates the challenges and needs surrounding father involvement in early childhood development in Cape Town, South Africa. Collaborating with the Centre for Early Childhood Development, the authors developed a recommended program to increase father participation across local ECD centers.

Early Childhood Development South Africa Father Engagement
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The Role of Early Childhood Development Forums in Fostering Community Development and Strengthening ECD Centres in Khayelitsha and Franschhoek

This dissertation explores how community-based ECD forums support and strengthen early childhood development centres and foster community development in South Africa, offering recommendations for policy and practice.

Early Childhood Development South Africa ECD Centres
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Administrator · 1.23 MB 1
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UNICEF Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Technical Note

This technical note outlines UNICEF's multi-sectoral approach to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) for children and adolescents, detailing guidance for integration across education, health, and child protection services.

Child Development Early Childhood Education and Development Child Protection
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Administrator · 3.11 MB 2
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Examining the Use of Teaching and Learning Materials Methods in Basic School Level by Social Studies Teachers in Ghana: A Tracer Study

This study investigates the utilization of teaching and learning materials (TLMs) by basic school teachers in Ghana. It finds that a significant majority of teachers do not integrate TLMs into their lessons despite their professional training, impacting instructional quality in the region.

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Administrator · 0.32 MB 2
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The “Africanized” Competency-Based Curriculum: The Twenty-First Century Strides

This paper examines the adoption and implementation of Competency-Based Curricula (CBC) across various African nations, discussing the shift from knowledge-based approaches to learner-centered skill development. It highlights the necessity of 'Africanizing' CBC to align with local contexts, cultures, and classroom realities to ensure successful educational outcomes.

Education Policy African Education Pedagogy
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Administrator · 0.22 MB 2
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Caring for the Caregiver: Participant’s Manual

A training manual developed by UNICEF and partners focused on supporting caregiver mental health, well-being, and capacity to promote optimal early childhood development and health from pregnancy through early years.

ECED Early Childhood Development Caregiver Support
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Administrator · 5.23 MB 2
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Caring for the Caregiver: Implementer's Guide

This UNICEF implementation guide provides foundational training materials for frontline workers to support caregiver mental health and emotional well-being, promoting responsive caregiving and nurturing care for young children in Africa.

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Administrator · 1.91 MB 2
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Thrive: Nurturing Care for Early Childhood Development - Africa Country Profiles

This document presents country and regional profiles of early childhood development indicators for Africa, established to monitor the Nurturing Care Framework and track progress on health, nutrition, early learning, and responsive caregiving.

early learning early childhood development africa
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Administrator · 4.03 MB 2
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Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession in Zambia

This document outlines professional standards, competencies, and performance rubrics for teachers, teacher educators, and educational leaders in Zambia. Developed with UNESCO support, it aims to improve teaching quality, guide professional development, and enhance learner achievements.

Education Policy Zambia Teacher Capacity Building
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Administrator · 14.36 MB 2
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Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession in Zambia: Implementation Guidelines

These guidelines provide a framework for operationalizing teaching standards, performance appraisals, and continuing professional development for educators in Zambia. The document supports quality education delivery by defining competencies, roles, and implementation strategies for the teaching profession.

education policy teacher professional development teaching standards
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Administrator · 0.84 MB 2
PDF 2018
School Cluster System for Quality Education in Rural Namibian Schools

This study examines the challenges of implementing the School Cluster System in rural Namibian schools, focusing on resource sharing, decentralization, and policy frameworks to improve educational quality.

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Administrator · 0.21 MB 2