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History of Education in South Africa: Pre-Colonial Era

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What characterized the education provided by Christians to Africans in the 17th century?

Emphasis on European history and values

Focus on basic literacy, numeracy, and religious instruction (correct)

Promotion of indigenous beliefs and languages

Encouragement of independence from European values

How did Eurocentric Education impact indigenous beliefs and languages?

Promoted their preservation and celebration

Had no effect on them

Marginalized them in favor of European beliefs and languages (correct)

Encouraged their integration with European practices

What were the consequences of the Bantu Education Act of 1953?

Focused on promoting racial integration

Prepared POC’s for menial labor and subordinate roles (correct)

Provided equal educational opportunities for all races

Enhanced the quality of education for non-white students

How did the Apartheid Era educational system segregate students?

By providing less funding to non-white schools Signup and view all the answers

How did students and educators resist the inequalities in the Apartheid Era education system?

Boycotting classes, staging protests, and participating in demonstrations Signup and view all the answers

What lingering challenges does the current education system in the context face?

Inequality, inadequate resources, and discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What was a key characteristic of pre-colonial education in South Africa?

It was deeply rooted in the social and cultural practices of indigenous African societies. Signup and view all the answers

How were children mainly educated in pre-colonial South Africa?

Through observation, imitation, and active participation in community activities. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of pre-colonial education in South Africa?

Teaching practical skills essential for community survival. Signup and view all the answers

How were social values and cultural traditions transmitted in pre-colonial South African education?

Through storytelling, proverbs, and rituals. Signup and view all the answers

What were initiation schools like 'amabhoma' used for in pre-colonial South Africa?

Teaching gender-specific skills as a rite of passage to adulthood. Signup and view all the answers

What marked a significant change in the education system during the colonial era in South Africa?

Establishment of formal education systems by European powers. Signup and view all the answers