Why does the failed SA state still think it can make its schools work?
A report found that 80% of schools are dysfunctional, with endemic poverty, violence and a shortage of school materials plaguing them.
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A report found that 80% of schools are dysfunctional, with endemic poverty, violence and a shortage of school materials plaguing them.
Learners' perceptions of their teachers' practices have received considerable research attention due to their impact on both teacher development and students' learning outcomes. However, students' perceptions of their teachers' knowledge have rarely been explored. This qualitative study investigates: 1) students' perceptions of changes to their teachers' knowledge of subject matter (SCK) and pedagogical content (PCK) about writing instruction, and 2) how such changes impact students' (perceptions of good) writing outcomes. To achieve these aims, six expe...