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The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is continuing its partnership with the University of Stellenbosch to beam televised broadcasts of lessons directly to 146 selected schools. |
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Each of the 146 schools will receive learner support material. (See list of schools in the attached Addendum A.) |
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Telematics teaching is not intended to replace normal teaching. Instead, it is aimed at creating a virtual learning environment to support and enhance learning in Grades 11 and 12. |
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The following subjects will be broadcast at specific times: Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Accounting, English First Additional Language and Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional and Home Language, and Geography. (See broadcast timetable in the attached Addendum B.) |
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Grades 11 and 12 learners and teachers at the 146 schools will, during the broadcast, be able to interact with the presenter in the studio through the Internet or a cellphone. Learners will also be able to pose questions to the presenter after broadcasts. All the participants will have access to the questions and answers.
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The presenters are WCED lead teachers chosen for their expertise in their subjects. |
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Subject teachers at each school will be expected to manage, monitor and facilitate learning during the times when the lessons are viewed by learners after school. |
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Since lessons are held after school hours during the week and on Sundays, it is imperative that principals discuss arrangements with the parents of Grade 11 and 12 learners, and also their governing bodies. |
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Learners will not be the only beneficiaries of this programme. If the programme is managed well, both the school and the community will benefit. |
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This programme will be regularly monitored by Head Office and district officials. |
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Principals will be expected to report weekly on attendance by learners, as well as on successes or difficulties experienced with the programme. |
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DVDs of the broadcasts will be sent to schools for revision purposes prior to examinations. |
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Should you have any queries about this initiative, please feel free to contact Walter Mercuur at tel. 021 467 2630 or e-mail address Walter.Mercuur@pgwc.gov.za |
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We look forward to embarking on this interesting project with you. |
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Principals are requested to bring the content of this minute to the attention of the relevant staff, Grades 11 and 12 learners and their parents or guardians. |
SIGNED: SM NAICKER
ACTING DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT
DATE: 2012:04:02
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