Structuring Lessons with Gagné’s Coaching Framework
South African classrooms are vibrant yet challenging, with socio-economic barriers and diverse learner needs often hindering progress (Makuya & Sedibe, 2021). Gagné’s Nine Events of
Managing Overwhelming Workloads: A Path to Teacher Well-being
Do you ever feel swamped by the demands of teaching, planning, and marking within the CAPS (2011) curriculum? You are not alone. The South African
Sparking Curiosity with 5E Enquiry-Based Coaching
South Africa’s classrooms pulse with potential, yet language barriers and resource scarcity often pose challenges (Bowe et al., 2024). The 5E Instructional Model is a
Navigating Socio-Economic Stressors: Strengthening Teacher Resilience
Have you ever felt the emotional weight of your learners’ struggles while delivering the CAPS (2011) curriculum? South African teachers often do. The South African
Coaching Inclusion with Universal Design for Learning
South Africa’s classrooms are rich with diversity, yet inclusivity challenges like disabilities and linguistic barriers persist (Human Rights Watch, 2015). Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Overcoming Resource Scarcity: Empowering Teacher Well-being
Can you teach the CAPS (2011) curriculum effectively with minimal resources? Many South African teachers must. The South African Teacher Well-being Initiative (SATWI) is committed
Planning with Purpose Using Backward Design
South African educators face complex classrooms, balancing diverse learners and limited resources, yet purposeful planning can unlock transformative outcomes (Makuya & Sedibe, 2021). Backward Design
Addressing Violence and Bullying: Supporting Teacher Safety and Well-being
Do you ever feel unsafe delivering the CAPS (2011) curriculum in your classroom? South African teachers deserve better. The South African Teacher Well-being Initiative (SATWI)
Comparing Workload Challenges: Supporting South African Teachers’ Well-being
Are you exhausted from juggling lesson planning, marking, and pastoral duties while delivering the CAPS (2011) curriculum? You are not alone—South African teachers share this
Comparing Socio-Economic Stressors: Strengthening South African Teachers’ Resilience
Do you carry the emotional weight of your learners’ struggles while delivering the CAPS (2011) curriculum? This burden resonates with teachers globally, but South African
Comparing Violence and Bullying Challenges: Supporting South African Teachers’ Safety
Do you feel unsafe delivering the CAPS (2011) curriculum due to violence or bullying in your school? South African teachers face this challenge with greater
Comparing Resource Scarcity: Empowering South African Teachers’ Well-being
Do you struggle to deliver the CAPS (2011) curriculum with limited textbooks or technology? South African teachers face this challenge with greater intensity than many
Finding Balance: Managing Job Demands for South African Teachers
Are you swamped by the demands of teaching the CAPS (2011) curriculum? Balancing job demands with limited resources is critical for well-being, yet South African
Well-Being as a Personal Journey
What does it mean to live well? A comprehensive review of positive psychology literature from 1999 to 2024 suggests that the answer is deeply personal.
The Subjective Nature of Well-Being in Positive Psychology
Well-being lies at the heart of positive psychology, yet defining it remains a challenge. A systematic review of literature from 1999 to 2024 reveals a
Embracing the Individuality of Well-Being
In positive psychology, well-being is not a universal template but a deeply personal creation. A systematic review of literature from 1999 to 2024 confirms that
The Multifaceted Dimensions of Well-Being
Well-being is not a singular concept but a rich mosaic, composed of diverse elements that reflect the complexity of human experience. A systematic review of
Boosting Confidence: Enhancing Self-Efficacy for South African Teachers
Do you ever feel uncertain about your impact in the classroom while delivering the CAPS (2011) curriculum? Self-efficacy—the belief in your ability to succeed—is vital
Growing Together: Integrating Well-Being into Teacher Development
Does your professional development for CAPS (2011) nurture your well-being, or just your skills? South African teachers often miss out on holistic growth, impacting their
Thrive in the Digital Age: Your Well-being Blueprint for the Future
Author: Erika Engelbrecht-AldworthPublication Date: 28 January 2025 Feeling swamped by technology overload? From buzzing smartwatches to virtual meetings, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is reshaping
Well-being Tested: Surviving the COVID-19 Storm
Author: Erika Engelbrecht-AldworthPublication Date: 21 January 2025 Do you recall the eerie quiet of early lockdown? The uncertainty, the endless video calls? COVID-19 did not
Health Unlocked: How to Thrive in a Technology-Driven World
Author: Erika Engelbrecht-AldworthPublication Date: 14 January 2025 Have you ever wondered what “healthy” truly means? It is not merely avoiding the flu—it is feeling vibrant,
Cultivating Joy: Fostering Positive Emotions for South African Teachers
Do you find joy in teaching the CAPS (2011) curriculum, or has stress overshadowed it? Positive emotions fuel well-being, yet South African teachers face barriers
Why Well-being Matters: Your Guide to a Happier, Healthier You
Author: Erika Engelbrecht-AldworthPublication Date: 7 January 2025 What makes you feel truly alive? Perhaps it is a morning run, a deep conversation with a friend,