MaryAnne Isaac

Journalist

TEFL – the use of technology may be one of the latest trends for 2022

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While many travel restrictions were lifted in 2021, hiring levels for English teachers internationally remain well below pre-pandemic levels.

World Autism Awareness Day celebrates people who are different but not less

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An early diagnosis, awareness and acceptance of the condition should be top priorities for a progressive society this World Autism Awareness Day.

These are South Africa’s most employable skills currently

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Being a multi-skilled professional in the workplace seems even better when you are able to match the current in-demand skills the working world is after.

How to check if an internship is the real deal

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Internships are of great value when it comes to gaining experience and insight into the workflow of an industry, and you are most likely to get hired.

Here’s how to get back to work life after a career break

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The pandemic revealed, among most, a need for change and has caused many to pause, rethink and rediscover their careers and roles.

Volkswagen set to empower female learners through life skills and sport

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Volkswagen has set out to empower more than 1 800 high school girls through sport and life skills education in Alexandra.

Young graduates, this is how emotions can affect your productivity

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As a young graduate in the workplace, your emotional intelligence is a critical skill and can be a competitive advantage in the workplace, if in the right balance. ...

Okay, so you’ve passed matric but now what?

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This week’s release of matric 2021 results will be a cause for celebration but the reality is that many matriculants are unsure of what to do next.

Helpful numbers to call if you’re feeling anxious or disappointed with your matric results

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Here are some helpful and important numbers to keep at hand if you are feeling disappointed and anxious about your matric results.

Congratulations matric class of 2021, take a bow!

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Our matric class of 2021, South Africans celebrate you and your achievements, big and small, and despite it not being easy and under “normal” circumstances – you ...

Private religious schools head to court over pupil wearing isiphandla

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A Gauteng private Christian school is heading to court after refusing to allow an isiZulu-speaking pupil to attend school wearing an isiphandla.

A boost for skills development in the chemical sector

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A long-standing partnership between the Chieta and Sapref has delivered strong skills development programmes to the sector

Big events that shook the 2021 school academic year

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For the education sector, there were moments of eish, jislaaik, and how did that happen? Here are some events that shook South Africans for 2021.

SA pupils invited to showcase their critical thinking at global essay competition

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High school pupils, aged between 13 and 18, who have a passion for writing on a global stage, can now register for the Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition. ...

In-school nutrition key to South Africa’s alarming learner dropout rate

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The pandemic has also severely affected pupils, as research reveals that half a million more children than expected have dropped out of school since the pandemic. ...

The benefits of early tertiary registration

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Have you ever felt a sense of relief having completed an important task in the nick of time – well that’s how early registration for university feels like.

Load shedding and exams: Here are 6 tips to help you study effectively

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For more than a decade, load shedding has become a sad reality for South Africans, especially now during a pandemic and amid final school examinations.

SA pupils ignite World Space Week with rocket launch

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World Space Week, celebrated internationally from October 4-10, saw hundreds of South African pupils participate and engage in the I-Innovate programme.

After School campaign helps vulnerable children recover from the pandemic

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A trio of goodwill organisations join hands to help children affected by the pandemic.

Senior Certificate exam registrations open for 2022

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Registration is now open for those qualifying to write their 2022 Senior Certificate (SC) examination and will be written between May and June 2022.

Parents, stop over-sharing about your child on the internet

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The internet is a wonderful platform if used correctly, but it can also be the devil’s playground for criminals.

SACAP’s skills nano course promotes a growth mindset among SA youth

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The South African College of Applied Psychology (SACAP) has partnered with The Knowledge Trust to create a skills nano-course on WhatsApp.

VWSA installs 30 water tanks at schools in the Eastern Cape

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VW South Africa has partnered with the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber, for its Adopt-a-School programme, which has led to VWSA installing 30 water tanks at ...

Matric class of 2021: Are you ready?

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Matric exams, and the rush that comes with it, is best mastered with zealous preparations and a calm and positive mindset. World, watch out for our matric class ...

SA graduates may get the job but lack the skills

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South African graduates, who may already be employed, lack basic and critical skills to sustain business requirements in the workplace.