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23 February 2015 to 24 February 2015
Focussing on the assessment of the younger child
Mediational teaching starting to take root at Etafeni.
Johletta Nel,
New graduate of the BCP shares her experiences.
Rabia Edries, Abu Dhabi
Rabia Edries writes about her experiences in Abu Dhabi
29 September 2014 to 03 October 2014
Visit 1 to Kwena Basin Trust
A number of interesting and insightful teacher comments have been collated from 7 Basic Concepts trainings in 2014.
17 July 2015 to 19 July 2015
Registration open for annual open public training in Johannesburg. All are welcome to attend. The training is accredited by UCT.
01 July 2015 to 03 July 2015
Registration open for annual open public training in Cape Town. All are welcome to attend. The training is accredited by UCT.
Dr Louis Benjamin

Louis was interviewed by Nancy Richards on SAFM, 24 August 2014
Children are not acquiring the necessary foundational skills for learning

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Thank you for introducing me to this "life skill". It is wonderful that there is also an online, interactive, support system with resources available. 

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

Very informative. Very well presented. Very good use of visual aids.

Thinking Stars: Teacher Feedback From Training, August 2014

I have learned new strategies to use across the CAPS curriculum, also new exciting ways to build language. I've become more aware of the language that I use in my classroom.

Metro Central Training: Western Cape Education Department (February, 2016)

The emphasis on language throughout the programme helps to develop learners' understanding of concepts and expand their vocabulary. The BCP stops learners from guessing, it gives them more structure and develops their cognitive functioning.

Metro Central Teacher Comment (July 2013)

I understand how I can assist my learners who need intervention. The BCP will boost the self-esteem and knowledge of weak learners. It definitely helps me to guide my learners, using the correct language applicable to the situation.

Metro South Education District: Training (January, 2013)

Basic concept is about improving teaching methods, language and the learning processes of our learners.

Pixley Kaseme: Training Sessions 1+2