Exploring STEAM

Posted on March 04, 2024

Our students delved into the exciting world of STEAM through hands-on activities, showcasing their critical thinking skills and engaging deeply with the intricacies of the design process. We are blown away by their amazing work and innovative ideas!

Systematic, Sequential and Explicit phonics instruction

Posted on March 04, 2024

Our students delved into the intricacies of systematic, sequential and explicit phonics instruction.

Academic Mathematics in the Foundation Phase

Posted on February 24, 2024

The module Academic Mathematics in the Foundation Phase (JGS 212) is advocating for the integration of everyday objects as manipulatives, making mathematics teaching and learning accessible to all.

An Exciting Start to the Academic Year

Posted on February 23, 2024

The academic year kicked off on a high note! The Department of Early Childhood Education (ECE) is thrilled to welcome six new members of staff to our dynamic team.

ECE Orientation Day

Posted on February 13, 2024

The start of the year at the Department of Early Childhood Education (ECE) was marked by a vibrant and engaging Orientation Day.

Making mental health a priority in ECE

Posted on May 10, 2023

A fun rejuvenation walk was planned for Monday 3 April 2023, where the department got active and engaged in a fun walking activity around the beautiful grounds of the Groenkloof Campus. After the walk, Mrs Shirley Masemola from the EWP addressed members of staff on measures to enhance and...

Autumn Graduation Celebration for ECE

Posted on May 04, 2023

Ms Anke Strydom was awarded the Vice-Chancellors and Principal award at the Autumn Graduation Ceremony on 3 May 2023. She finished as the top-achieving student in the Faculty of Education and is a proud ECE graduate. Congratulations Anke. We are proud of you. The two package coordinators, Dr...

UP Senate Conference: How the tide must turn for curriculum transformation

Posted on February 18, 2023

Dr Susan, and Dr Malatji together with Ms Matshediso Lekgetho gave an outstanding presentation at the University's Senate conference hosted at Future Africa. Their presentation was showcasing ECE curriculum transformation initiative through the JGL African languages- Sepedi, Setswana and...