Nasipha Madziba was orphaned at the tender age of 7 and thrust into the role of the head of a household, taking up the responsibility of caring for her younger siblings. Her story is not just about overcoming challenges but transforming adversity into educational success. Nasipha’s life took a turn for the better when the
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We are delighted to extend our warmest congratulations to Anelisa Thengimfene, SANTS IsiXhosa lecturer in the Intermediate Phase, for her well-deserved recognition at the 18th South African Literary Awards (SALA). Anelisa won the Poetry Category Award for her exceptional book, “Amajingiqhiw’ entlalo”. The prestigious SALA Awards handover ceremony, held on the 7th of November 2023
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We are thrilled to congratulate Dr. Ncediswa Zukani, Lecturer in the Early Childhood Education Unit at SANTS, for obtaining her Doctor of Philosophy in Education from the University of Fort Hare! The title of the thesis is “Quality of Early Childhood Care Education Learning Programs in Preschools in the East London Education District.” Dr. Zukani’s
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Dear Student, It is examination time again! We understand that this might be a stressful time for many of you as there are unpredictable factors that can influence your performance. However, examination time can also be a positive experience. If you regard this as an opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge gained and what you can
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The Council on Higher Education (CHE) recently hosted a workshop for Higher Education Institutions. The workshop aimed to share information on Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) processes. Dr Britta Zawada from the CHE shared the vision of the CHE for this process and presented valuable guidelines. The group discussions on this topic were also informative. Jacky
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Assessments play a pivotal role in evaluating and measuring a student’s comprehension, knowledge, and progress, providing valuable feedback for both lecturers and students. They serve as essential tools for identifying areas of improvement, guiding instruction, and promoting academic growth (Trumbull & Lash, 2013). As a student at SANTS Private Higher Education Institution, it is expected
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SANTS recently had the honour of celebrating the incredible teachers at the Nuwe Hoop School. This special school caters to over 417 learners with disabilities and learning challenges, ranging from Grade RRR to Grade 12. We expressed our heartfelt appreciation to these dedicated teachers for their outstanding work. Our management team, including Mr. Ryan O’Mahoney
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Before we unpack this topic, let us quickly look at the definition of mother tongue is. Pather & Greyling, 2020, define mother tongue as one of the following aspects: The language that an individual learns first. The language with which an individual identifies, or is referred to as a native speaker of the language by
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In the world of education, there are teachers, and then there are TEACHERS who leave a profound impact on young minds. Mrs. Nokuthula Nomthi Pakade undoubtedly falls into the latter category. Her journey began in 2017 when she enrolled in the Diploma in Grade R Teaching program at SANTS Private Higher Education Institution. Little did
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SANTS Private Higher Education Institution is delighted to share the exciting news of Dr. Kayla Willemse’s recent achievement. Dr Willemse, a lecturer in the Early Childhood Education Unit, has successfully completed a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer-integrated Education from the University of Pretoria. Dr Willemse’s thesis delved into the support mechanisms required for teachers
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In the realms of both science and education, the processes of refining silver and nurturing students into teachers share an intriguing parallel. At first glance, one might wonder how these seemingly disparate concepts could possibly intersect. However, delving deeper reveals a fascinating analogy that underscores the intricate transformational journey both silver and aspiring educators undergo.
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Are you ready to go on a journey that will shape your future and the futures of young minds? SANTS Private Higher Education Institution is your gateway to becoming an extraordinary teacher who thrives in diverse and challenging educational landscapes. With a vision to provide quality practice-driven distance teacher education and development and a mission
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As a student, it is important to recognize that the world is constantly evolving to adapt to the 21st century. Higher education institutions are responsible for keeping up with these changes to instill 21st-century skills in students. However, it is up to you to equip yourself with the knowledge and self-directed learning skills required to
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Congratulations on choosing distance learning as your preferred mode of learning! We know that it gets hard sometimes especially around managing time, coping with load shedding, and balancing the need to be independent on the one hand, but also collaborative on the other. We know that you will be able to adapt in order to
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The Oxford Languages Dictionary (Oxford Languages, 2023) defines a learning disability as “a disability that affects the acquisition of knowledge and skills, in particular, a neurodevelopmental condition affecting intellectual processes, educational attainment, and the acquisition of skills needed for independent living and social functioning”. I dived deep into this definition in search for terms “crazy”
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𝗕𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀: 𝗔 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 We are thrilled to share the inspiring story of Bertina Nora Roberts, a true embodiment of passion, perseverance, and triumph. Bertina, a graduate of SANTS Private Higher Education institution, has emerged as the overall best achiever in the Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase programme
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𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 In a community where stories of struggle often go unnoticed, a remarkable tale of compassion and transformation unfolded. Trapped within the confines of poverty, Ms. Masombhuka and her four children lived in a single-room house in Mathyszensloop, KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga. Through the collective efforts of SANTS employees, the family’s story has taken
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SANTS Private Higher Education Institution is thrilled to announce that Dr Linda Le Hanie, a lecturer in the Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching Unit, has recently graduated with a Ph.D. in Education, from the University of Pretoria. Dr. Le Hanie’s thesis, titled The Influence of Mathematics Teachers’ Beliefs on Their Inclusive Practices for
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SANTS Private Higher Education Institution partnered with the South African Council for Educators (SACE) in the recent SACE Inaugural National Teacher’s Conference, held on the 20th and 21st of April 2023. The aim of the conference was to bring teachers together to pause, reflect and raise their voices as individuals and the collective on issues
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Language learning is already complex and challenging by nature as different types of learners continue to experience difficulties learning their African languages. As innovative, 21st-century educators, teachers must be creative in selecting the most effective methods for teaching indigenous home languages to make learning less difficult and more interesting for learners. Less fun or presumably
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