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One of the learning outcomes of the National Curriculum Statement Grades 10-12 (General): Life Orientation states that "the learner is able to demonstrate self-knowledge and the ability to make informed decisions regarding further study, career fields and career pathing".
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The WCED is committed to ensuring that all FET learners are able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills that are embedded within this learning outcome by exposing them to a wide variety of careers.
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To respond to the national call to take a girl-child to work on 25 May 2006, the WCED would like to request that all schools become involved in this project by introducing girls to a career in teaching.
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It is recommended that every school select ten Grade 10 girls with an interest in teaching, and expose them to a programme that will enhance their interest in the teaching career.
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Schools are free to decide on the format of the programme, but the following recommendations could be considered:
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Allow the selected girls to visit the classrooms of a neighbouring primary school to observe the teaching of younger learners.
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Arrange for the girls to visit to an institution of higher education that trains students for the teaching profession.
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Arrange for the girls to visit a school where they will be able to observe the teaching of children with special educational needs.
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Schools are welcome to make the same arrangement for boys later in the year.
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Principals are kindly requested to bring the contents of this minute to the attention of all teachers in WCED schools.
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SIGNED: T.C. SMIT
HEAD: EDUCATION
DATE: 2006:04:26
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