An investigation of issues adversely affecting black education, with special relation to poverty, vandalism and school fee payments: a study of some Eastern Cape primary schools
Type
Thesis
Authors
Category
ECCE, Foundation, Intermediate
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Publication Year
2007
Publisher
URL
[ private ]
Pages
97 leaves
Subject
Primary education, Early childhood education, Poor children, Poverty, School fees, Vandalism, School management, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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Abstract
The focus of this research was to establish how black primary school principals in some Port Elizabeth schools manage the problems of poverty, vandalism and non-payment of school fees. The aim of this research was to improve these burning issues at my own school, but also to assist other schools which are encountering similar problems with regard to these three issues. Qualitative research methods were used. Data was collected by studying relevant literature and conducting semi-structured interviews and participant observation. Composite case studies of the schools were compiled. Content analysis was used to analyse the data and recommendations for improvement were made. The results of the research indicate that since 1994, when democracy and equal human rights were declared, primary schools have actually been experiencing escalating problems in terms of poverty, vandalism and school fee payment. As the school system is closely intertwined with the socio-economic and political dimensions of society, these challenges can only be effectively addressed if all stakeholders in education collectively take up ownership of these problems and commit themselves to finding unique and effective solutions in the Port Elizabeth urban and rural areas.
Number of Copies
1
Library | Accession‎ No | Call No | Copy No | Edition | Location | Availability |
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1 | Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa | Yes |