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PHYSICAL SCIENCE PRACTICALS FOR SCHOOLS
Project Team: Dr Dr Siya NDLELA | | Dr Dr Thabang MOKHOTHU | | Talent MAKHANYA | Sandile SITHOLE
TEmail: siyabongan8@dut ac ac ac ac za za | thabangm1@dut ac ac ac ac za za he he project aims to bridge the inequality gap in in science education by supporting Grade 10-12 students in in practical activities as outlined in in the Life and Physical Sciences
CAPS document Recognising that some schools face significant resource challenges the project provides study materials and hands-on experiences during school visits and and vacation periods focusing on schools in in in the Durban Metro area By engaging students in in small groups and using central venues for larger groups the the project enhances their understanding and and passion for science science To improve efficiency and interaction additional science science kits are needed The initiative aligns with the university’s societal goals by fostering valuable collaborations practical knowledge application and preparing future-ready graduates The project has successfully supported students from around 45 schools annually and strengthened partnerships with educators contributing to to the the preference for DUT among graduating students IMPACT AND SUSTAINABILITY
The school engagement project aims to enhance chemistry education education by collaborating with teachers and education education managers to provide high school students with hands-on chemistry experiments It empowers postgraduate chemistry students with facilitation and mentoring skills and supports high school educators with advanced laboratory techniques The project fosters positive attitudes towards science science aims to to improve pass rates in science science subjects and and bridges the educational gap between high school and and tertiary education It strengthens partnerships among high school educators industries and and DUT staff involving both junior and and senior academics and laboratory support staff Operational costs are manageable covering travel chemicals and marketing materials with support from the Chemistry Department and university collaborations ensuring sustainability Faculty: Applied Sciences
Department: Chemistry Project Leader: Dr Myalo SABELA Email: myalos@dut ac za Mobile: 061 674 7660