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Metro Central: Western Cape Department of Education (June 2017)

Saturday, June 10, 2017 - 08:00 to Saturday, June 24, 2017 - 16:30

Part of the Project

Training Details:-

Target Group: Grade 1 and Learning Support Teachers

Number of participants: 30

Dates:  10 + 13 + 14 + 24 June 2017

Venue: Bridgeville Primary School

For more information: Contact Kirstin Poulter (see email address below).

Note: Training is open to teachers from Metro Central only.

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Kristin.Poulter@westerncape.gov.za

What I understand about the Basic Concepts Programme is that it is very useful in all subjects. I must implement it in every lesson. I must also try to be as accurate and precise as possible when teaching.

Die Bron Primary School: Visit 1

‘I thoroughly enjoyed this workshop as I was given the opportunity to work with learners … while being guided. The trainer demonstrations with the learners were an excellent idea. This workshop has been a success as I can now see what our learners lack. It made a lot of sense.’ (Metro South, 2009)

Teacher Training

I feel very strongly that Basic Concepts should be introduced to all learners- this will give me the time to develop their conceptual language and increase their vocabulary and verbal fluency.

Metro Central Training: Western Cape Education Department (October, 2015)

I love the programme. I was not aware of how to introduce a concept … . If I could reverse my years in teaching, I bet I would have produced mathematicians, scientists and doctors.

Metro Central Teacher Comment (July, 2013)

What stood out for me - was not teaching the content, but how to teach the concept and so much vocabulary is elicited …

Thinking Stars: Teacher Feedback From Training, August 2014

This workshop is one of the most beneficial workshops I have attended. The trainer’s presentation style was warm, easy to follow and understand. I like that he included practical activities, examples and demonstrations.

Metro Central: Training, October 2014