The rise of digital textbooks: 4 features to look out forWhen it comes to textbooks, the topic of 'print versus digital' is an ongoing debate. Although each person has their preference, there's no denying that printed materials are somewhat limited in terms of versatility. Digital textbooks, on the other hand, provide both students and educators with more variety in terms of teaching and learning tools, as well as enticing features to improve the learning experience.
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The rise of digital textbooks: 4 features to look out forWhen it comes to textbooks, the topic of 'print versus digital' is an ongoing debate. Although each person has their preference, there's no denying that printed materials are somewhat limited in terms of versatility. Digital textbooks, on the other hand, provide both students and educators with more variety in terms of teaching and learning tools, as well as enticing features to improve the learning experience.
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Managing matric in a time of turmoilFor the majority or learners, matric is the most challenging year of their school careers - even under normal circumstances. The current circumstances facing the class of 2020 are unprecedented and have caused massive upheaval and uncertainty on top of the challenges they would ordinarily have faced. Even so, there are ways learners can adjust and respond to ensure they still make a success of the year, an education expert says.
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Managing matric in a time of turmoilFor the majority or learners, matric is the most challenging year of their school careers - even under normal circumstances. The current circumstances facing the class of 2020 are unprecedented and have caused massive upheaval and uncertainty on top of the challenges they would ordinarily have faced. Even so, there are ways learners can adjust and respond to ensure they still make a success of the year, an education expert says.
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I am a TVET lecturer. Here are suggestions for helping teachers and learners during Covid-19I am a lecturer at a TVET college and as Covid-19 has interrupted our year, my concern is for our students. Teachers around the world have moved online, posting lessons and material on the various available platforms. Educators are being innovative and learning how to use tools and apps to facilitate learning. There is also a new level of sharing taking place between educators and publishers which is quite inspiring.
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I am a TVET lecturer. Here are suggestions for helping teachers and learners during Covid-19I am a lecturer at a TVET college and as Covid-19 has interrupted our year, my concern is for our students. Teachers around the world have moved online, posting lessons and material on the various available platforms. Educators are being innovative and learning how to use tools and apps to facilitate learning. There is also a new level of sharing taking place between educators and publishers which is quite inspiring.
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Pearson offers MyPedia access to learners for free during lockdownAs South Africa endures a lengthy and indefinite lockdown, Pearson South Africa continues to keep learning alive with free online education resources. To support Grade 4-12 learners, Pearson has extended this offering by making available an adapted version of its MyPedia learning platform until 31 May 2020.
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Pearson offers MyPedia access to learners for free during lockdownAs South Africa endures a lengthy and indefinite lockdown, Pearson South Africa continues to keep learning alive with free online education resources. To support Grade 4-12 learners, Pearson has extended this offering by making available an adapted version of its MyPedia learning platform until 31 May 2020.
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INSETA discretionary grants funding window now openThe 2020/2021 application window for discretionary grants from the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA) is currently open from 1 April 2020 to 31 May 2020.
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A tale of two crisesMake no mistake, we are living through the worst of times. To think twelve months ago "coronavirus" hadn't entered the public lexicon. Now we are in the midst of a legitimately existential threat. Someday we will look back on this period with the same sorrow reserved for the darkest days in bygone eras.
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