Marrying technology and home language boosts maths and science learning: Technology has a lot to teach kids, especially if it's available in more than one language. Rich T Photo/ShutterstockTechnology, like mobile apps and online learning platforms, is becoming an increasingly important teaching tool all over the world. That’s also true in emerging markets; accessible … [Read more...] about Marrying technology and home language boosts maths and science learning | The Conversation
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Meet Africa’s top young scientists at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair
Meet Africa’s top young scientists at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair: Boksburg will be buzzing with excitement from 2 to 5 October as hundreds of young scientists from across Africa descend on the Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre to compete in the 38th annual Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF). More than 500 of … [Read more...] about Meet Africa’s top young scientists at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair
Chemistry kits can help teachers ignite the spark of science | The Conversation
Chemistry kits can help teachers ignite the spark of science: A teacher puts one of the c*hemRoots kits to the test. Stephen Cruickshank/University of Cape TownWhen it comes to physical sciences, South Africa’s pupils lag far behind their peers in other countries. The World Economic Forum ranked South Africa at 128 of 137 countries in math and science education in its most … [Read more...] about Chemistry kits can help teachers ignite the spark of science | The Conversation
Professor Mayosi remembered for contribution to health science
Professor Mayosi remembered for contribution to health science: Hundreds of mourners attended the professor's funeral service at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on Saturday. ...... Source: WN.com - Southafrica News Action expected against Transnet execs: Suspensions are on the cards from as early as next week for senior Transnet executives named in three … [Read more...] about Professor Mayosi remembered for contribution to health science
Tech set to improve maths and science results in SA schools
Tech set to improve maths and science results in SA schools: In the next decade, 80% of all jobs will require skills in maths, science and technology. In order to keep up with changing times, South Africa needs to invest in methods to drastically improve its current ranking as one of the worst in the world for math and science education. In response to this challenge, the … [Read more...] about Tech set to improve maths and science results in SA schools
