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The effects of career guidance on learner motivation in rural high schools at Umzinyathi District

Molefe, P.E. (University of Zululand, 2017)

The Department of Education can play a critical role in providing appropriate career guidance for all learners. Beginning early in a learner’s academic life, the connection between what is being learned in school, future ...
The experiences of primary school educators with the national reading strategy in Mbabane Circuit, iNgwavuma.

Mensah, Frank Joseph (University of Zululand, 2017)

Given the need to employ effective reading strategies in the primary school, this article sets out to address the question of primary school educators’ experiences with the National Reading Strategy (NRS). The study focuses ...
The influence of family birth order on the career choices of students at the University of Zululand

Sima, Ayanda Smangele Lucricia (University of Zululand, 2017)

The current study examines the influence of family birth order on the career choices of students at the University of Zululand. The objectives of the study were: • To establish the extent to which family birth order ...
Factors contributing to poor Matriculation performance at schools in uMkhanyakude District

Nxumalo, Duduzile Bonakele (University of Zululand, 2017)

High rate of poor performance in matric level is a serious problem not only in uMkhanyakude district but in the whole world. One would say effective teaching and efficient management of schools is the answer to the problem ...
Mental health status of school going adolescents on antiretroviral treatment in Amajuba District, KwaZulu-Natal

Nyasulu, Zinandi Ziyanda Zipho-zethu (University of Zululand, 2017)

The aim of this study was to assess the mental health status of school going adolescents on ART. The objectives of the study being to establish the status of mental health before and after these adolescents are placed on ...
The relationship between motivational factors and teachers’ job satisfaction.

Chibisa, Zviedzo (University of Zululand, 2017)

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between motivational factors and job satisfaction. A descriptive research design was used in the study to investigate what motivates teachers to be committed ...
Challenges teachers encounter in teaching English reading and writing to the intermediate phase learners in the Uthungulu District schools

Makiwane-Mazinyo, Nokwindla (University of Zululand, 2017)

This study is a descriptive survey designed to investigate challenges teachers encounter in teaching English reading and writing in the uThungulu District schools. This study comprised 44 teachers who were purposely sampled ...
The relationship between motivational factors and school achievement among learners in the Further Education and Training Phase.

Mchunu, Makhosi Queeneth (University of Zululand, 2017)

This study focused in investigating student’s poor academic performance with emphasis on the relationship between motivational factors and scholastic achievement amongst students across the Further Education and Training ...
Effectiveness of sexuality education in preventing teenage pregnancy in the Pinetown district secondary schools

Bhengu, Sinikiwe Sanelisiwe (University of Zululand, 2016)

The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of Sexuality Education as an intervention in preventing teenage pregnancy in the Pinetown district. A focus group of thirty four (35) learners from three different ...
Evaluating the implementation of HIV and AIDS education in schools in the uMhlathuze District

Mzimela, Adelaide Misiwe (2016)

Implementing HIV and AIDS education in schools has for some time faced challenges in South Africa. Although much has been achieved in terms of policy, the implementation thereof has remained questionable. Monitoring and ...
Factors influencing career choice among students at the University of Zululand

Kweyama, Nqobile Immaculate (University of Zululand, 2016)

This study examined the factors influencing career choice. The objectives of this study were to determine factors influencing career choice among the University of Zululand students. Secondly, to find out whether there are ...
The role of teachers and parents in empowering special needs learners with psychosocial skills in Nkandla Circuit

Nene, Sibekezelo Siphiwe (University of Zululand, 2016)

Data was collected using qualitative methodology. The purposive sampling was used in selecting nine teachers and eight parents for the study. To collect data, semi-structured interview questions were formulated. Interview ...
Intervention strategies used by educators to reduce bullying behaviour in high schools in Kwadlangezwa

Nyawo, Sinenhlanhla Sihlobile (University of Zululand, 2016)

The present study examines the intervention strategies used by educators to reduce bullying behaviour in high schools in KwaDlangezwa. The objectives of the study include the following: • To determine educators’ intervention ...
Evaluating a grief programme offered in primary schools: an appreciative inquiry

Horn, Jacqueline (University of Zululand, 2015)

This dissertation aims to use Appreciative Inquiry to evaluate a grief programme offered in primary schools. A qualitative technique was used to gain information from three groups of stakeholders within the grief programme, ...
An evaluation of the implementation of Education White Paper 6 in selected full-service schools in KwaZulu-Natal

Jacobs, Merise K. (University of Zululand, 2015)

Currently, South Africa is in phase two of implementing 50 full-service schools (FSS) and further development is said to be based on results from immediate to short-term results (DoE, 2005a). Concerns over the new development ...
The relationship between family structures and school-based problems-towards the development of an intervention model

Zulu, Sibongile Primrose (University of Zululand, 2015)

The family is a child‟s primary context for socialisation and may greatly affects a child‟s well-being negatively or positively. The family context might affect the child‟s entire life and also interferes with learning. ...
Parental involvement in Grade 7 learners’ academic achievement in Empangeni Umhlathuze District, KwaZulu-Natal

Mkhwananzi, Tholinhlanhla Rhinos Clarence (University of Zululand, 2015)

There is compelling evidence that parental involvement positively influences children‟s academic achievement. Its benefits occur across all socio-economic classes. This study sought to establish parental involvement in ...
Challenges experienced by learners benefitting from nutritional programmes in urban primary schools in Empangeni

Pather, Soloshini (University of Zululand, 2015)

One of the major obstacles to children’s growth and development, including performance in the classroom, is malnutrition. The National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) is an effective yet essential means of addressing the ...
Teachers’ knowledge of their learners’ psychological well-being at a special school In Uthungulu District

Ochiogu, Stella Ngozi (University of Zululand, 2015)

One of the objectives of setting up a special needs school system in South Africa (SA) was to ensure that children with learning disabilities and special needs are part of a full service, inclusive education system. In SA, ...
Misconceptions Surrounding Child Sexual Abuse In Durban

Rahm, Elaine Jackie (University of Zululand, 2015)

Social attitudes towards child sexual abuse (CSA) tend to reflect a wide variety of misconceptions. These not only play a highly significant role in the etiology and maintenance of sexual offending against children, they ...

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