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messages.content: When education systems are influenced by contextual (local) factors that affect educational outcomes we refer to this process as ____.
  Select one:
  a. Divergence
  b. Privatization
  c. Postmodernism
  d. Globalization
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messages.content: a. Divergence
  
  Divergence refers to the process where education systems develop unique characteristics and outcomes based on local factors such as culture, history, economic conditions, and political systems. This concept is often used to explain why educational outcomes vary significantly across different regions or countries, despite similarities in educational policies and resources.
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messages.content: People with the duty to search, record and report past events are called _____.
  Select one:
  a. Educationalist
  b. Historians
  c. Philosophers
  d. Sociologist
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messages.content: b. Historians
  
  Historians are people who study and write about the past, particularly focusing on events, people, and their impact on society. They use various sources such as documents, artifacts, and oral histories to gather information and analyze the past. Their work helps us understand the evolution of human societies, cultures, and civilizations.
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messages.content: elect the answer that aligns with the value of understanding history as a prospective educator.
  Select one:
  a. Educators who are self-aware are able to development personality and make lasting inner change.
  b. The understanding of philosophy enhances your ability to evaluate and resolve problems.
  c. The understanding of how past events have shaped and are still shaping the present education system.
  d. National Party Understanding society enables one to develop skills and values to function effectively within society.
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messages.content: c. The understanding of how past events have shaped and are still shaping the present education system.
  
  As an educator, understanding history is crucial because it provides insights into the evolution of educational practices, policies, and systems. By studying the past, educators can identify patterns, trends, and key events that have shaped the current education landscape. This knowledge can help them make informed decisions, develop effective strategies, and create more equitable and inclusive learning environments. Additionally, understanding history can help educators foster critical thinking skills, promote cultural awareness, and encourage students to become active citizens who are engaged in their communities and the world.
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messages.content: hilosophers typically divide knowledge into three categories. Select the answer that does NOT form part as a type of knowledge.
  Select one:
  a. Propositional knowledge
  b. Practical knowledge
  c. Prior knowledge
  d. Knowledge by acquaintance
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messages.content: c. Knowledge by acquaintance
  
  Philosophers typically divide knowledge into three categories: propositional knowledge, practical knowledge, and knowledge by acquaintance. Propositional knowledge refers to knowledge that can be expressed in propositions or statements, such as facts or beliefs. Practical knowledge refers to knowledge that is acquired through experience and is used to perform actions or solve problems. Knowledge by acquaintance refers to direct, non-conceptual awareness of an object or experience, such as seeing a tree or feeling pain.
  
  Therefore, knowledge by acquaintance does not form part of the three categories of knowledge that philosophers typically divide knowledge into.
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messages.content: The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behaviour, using punishment to correct disobedience refers to ____.
  Select one:
  a. Discipline
  b. Ubuntu
  c. Punishment
  d. Violence
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messages.content: a. Discipline
  
  Discipline refers to the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience. It is a systematic approach to teaching and enforcing rules, norms, and values, with the goal of promoting order, structure, and self-control. Discipline is an essential component of education, as it helps students develop self-discipline, responsibility, and respect for authority. However, it is important to note that discipline should be used in a positive and constructive manner, with an emphasis on teaching and guiding rather than punishing and controlling.
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messages.content: a. The activation of constructive and creative forces.
  b. Developing people to be able to act on their own values and interests.
  c. The assimilation and the transmission of culture and traditions.
  d. The development of new social patterns.
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messages.content: b. Developing people to be able to act on their own values and interests.
  
  Education is a process that aims to develop individuals who are able to think critically, make informed decisions, and act on their own values and interests. This involves helping students acquire knowledge, skills, and values that enable them to become independent, self-directed learners who can contribute positively to society. Education also involves fostering creativity, innovation, and critical thinking, as well as promoting cultural awareness, social responsibility, and ethical behavior.
  
  While the other options are related to education, they do not capture the essence of what education is intended to achieve, which is the development of individuals who are able to act on their own values and interests.
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messages.content: a. Equipped youths with 21st century skills.
  b. It was compulsory and free for all children.
  c. Education carried a strong sense of cultural heritage and preservation.
  d. Every old man or woman was a reference library and a resource centre.
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messages.content: b. It was compulsory and free for all children.
  
  The statement refers to the introduction of compulsory and free education for all children, which is a significant milestone in the history of education. This policy was implemented in many countries during the 19th and 20th centuries, with the goal of providing equal educational opportunities for all children, regardless of their social or economic background. The policy aimed to break the cycle of poverty and inequality by equipping children with the knowledge and skills they needed to succeed in life.
  
  While the other options are related to education, they do not accurately describe the statement provided.
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messages.content: Select one that does NOT apply. Examples of social institutions include ____.
  Select one:
  a. Self
  b. Religion
  c. Family
  d. School
  
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messages.content: a. Self
  
  The self is not considered a social institution. Social institutions are large, enduring organizations that are established to meet the needs of society, such as religion, family, education, government, and the economy. These institutions have a significant impact on individuals and society as a whole, shaping values, beliefs, norms, and behaviors. The self, on the other hand, refers to the individual's sense of identity, consciousness, and personality. While the self is influenced by social institutions, it is not considered a social institution itself.
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messages.content: In South Africa, colonization began with the ____.
  Select one:
  a. Bantu
  b. British Colony
  c. Dutch East India
  d. Foreigners
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messages.content: c. Dutch East India
  
  In South Africa, colonization began with the arrival of the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in 1652. The VOC established a refreshment station at the Cape of Good Hope to supply ships sailing between Europe and the East Indies with fresh food and water. Over time, the Dutch settlers began to expand their territory, establishing farms and trading posts, and bringing in slaves from Africa and Asia to work on them. This marked the beginning of colonization in South Africa, which would continue for several centuries, with the British and other European powers also establishing colonies in the region.
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messages.content: With regards to citizenship, the ______ classified South African citizens into four different race groups: Whites, Coloureds, Indians, and Africans.
  Select one:
  a. Bill of Right
  b. Population Registration Act (Act No. 30 of 1950)
  c. Constitution of South Africa
  d. Citizenship Act
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messages.content: b. Population Registration Act (Act No. 30 of 1950)
  
  The Population Registration Act (Act No. 30 of 1950) was a law in South Africa that classified South African citizens into four different race groups: Whites, Coloureds, Indians, and Africans. The Act was part of the apartheid system, which was a system of institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination that existed in South Africa from 1948 to 1994. The Act required all South Africans to carry a racial identity card, which determined their rights and privileges based on their race. The Act was repealed in 1991, following the end of apartheid.
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messages.content: Hirst and Peters (1970: 128) describe the four features of punishment. Select the answer which does NOT feature as punishment.
  Select one:
  a. Inflicts pain or unpleasantness.
  b. Teaching learners’ skills you expect them to have for good behavior.
  c. It is a response of a teacher to a learner who has broken certain rules.
  d. Is administered by someone in authority.
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messages.content: b. Teaching learners’ skills you expect them to have for good behavior.
  
  While teaching learners skills and behaviors is an important part of education, it is not considered punishment. Punishment is a response to a violation of rules or laws, and it is intended to deter future misbehavior by inflicting pain or unpleasantness, administered by someone in authority. The other options describe features of punishment.
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messages.content: The economic system that provides framework in which international trade and business operate refers to ___.
  Select one:
  a. Convergence
  b. Privatization
  c. Neo-liberalism
  d. Divergence
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messages.content: c. Neo-liberalism
  
  Neo-liberalism is an economic system that provides a framework for international trade and business operations. It emphasizes free markets, deregulation, and minimal government intervention in the economy. Neo-liberalism promotes the idea that the private sector is more efficient and effective at providing goods and services than the public sector, and that governments should focus on creating a stable and predictable environment for businesses to operate in. The other options do not refer to an economic system that operates on an international level.
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messages.content: The ____ theory assumes the family as the primary agent of socialization.
  Select one:
  a. Patriotism
  b. Symbolic approach
  c. Structural functionalism
  d. Conflict theory
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messages.content: c. Structural functionalism
  
  Structural functionalism is a sociological theory that assumes the family as the primary agent of socialization. According to this theory, the family plays a crucial role in socializing individuals into the norms, values, and beliefs of society. The family is seen as a social institution that helps maintain social order and stability by transmitting cultural values and socializing individuals into their roles as productive members of society. The other options do not refer to the family as the primary agent of socialization.
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messages.content: lect the example which represents an African indigenous education practice.
  Select one:
  a. Farming
  b. Computing
  c. Coding
  d. Physical Education
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messages.content: a. Farming
  
  Farming is an example of an African indigenous education practice. In many African societies, farming has been a central part of education for centuries. Children learn about agriculture, animal husbandry, and environmental conservation through hands-on experience on the farm. This type of education is often passed down from generation to generation, and it helps preserve traditional knowledge and skills. The other options do not represent African indigenous education practices.
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messages.content: Complete the following sentence. In South Africa, curriculum aims are largely determined by the ____ government.
  Select one:
  a. National
  b. Provincial
  c. Local
  d. Traditional