South Africa's Post-1994 Era
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Which model was the new constitution of South Africa based on?

  • The Western Europe model (correct)
  • The American model
  • The African model
  • The Asian model

    • What was the education system in South Africa like before 1994?

  • It was diametrically opposite to the principles of the new education system (correct)
  • It was based on liberal democratic principles
  • It was progressive and hailed as one of the best in the world
  • It was similar to the education system in Western Europe

    • What demands did the major policy change in South Africa make on the nation's teachers?

  • It made them rethink their history
  • It required them to explore new ideas and approaches to education
  • It made them adhere to the new constitution
  • It placed a significant burden on them (correct)

    • What influences our practices in education?

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    What form did the new education policy in South Africa take?

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    Study Notes

    South Africa's Constitutional Reform

    • The new constitution of South Africa was based on the Canadian model.

    Education System Before 1994

    • Education in South Africa before 1994 was segregated, unequal, and privileged Whites.
    • The system was characterized by inadequate funding, poor facilities, and inadequate teacher training.
    • The education system perpetuated the apartheid ideology, maintaining the racial divide.

    Demands of the Policy Change on Teachers

    • The major policy change in South Africa demanded that teachers adapt to a new, inclusive education system.
    • Teachers needed to develop new skills, knowledge, and attitudes to accommodate the transformation.

    Influences on Educational Practices

    • Educational practices are influenced by societal values, government policies, and cultural norms.

    New Education Policy in South Africa

    • The new education policy in South Africa took the form of the "Outcomes-Based Education" (OBE) system.
    • OBE aimed to promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and lifelong learning skills.

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    Test your knowledge on the post-1994 era in South Africa, its new constitution, and progressive bill of rights. Explore the contrasting principles that shaped the new education system in this quiz.

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