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Education Systems VGLO612 Assignment 1(English)
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Index1. Introduction.........................................................................................................................................1
2. Education system.................................................................................................................................1
2.1 Definition of a National Education System.........................................................................................1
2.2 Components of an education system................................................................................................1
2.2.1 Education system policy..................................................................................................................2
2.2.2 Education system administration....................................................................................................2
2.2.3 Educational structure......................................................................................................................2
2.2.4 Support Services.............................................................................................................................3
3. Problems in the South African Education System................................................................................3
4. Mini education system.........................................................................................................................4
5. Recommendations...............................................................................................................................4
6. Conclusion...........................................................................................................................................5
7. Soure list..............................................................................................................................................5
,1. Introduction
This assessment will look at a National Education System, and in more detail, the South African
Education System. In every education system there are problems, some of these problems will
be taken from a South African context and discussed. The different components that make up
an education system will also be discussed, as well as the services it entails for teachers and
learners. The difference between a National education system and a mini education system will
also be discussed, as well as the impact that both have on communities in South Africa..
2. Education system
2.1 Definition of a National Education System
A national education system can be regarded as the structure or framework needed to receive
effective education (Steyn and Wolhuter, 2008: 2). According to Ocho (2005: 853), an education
system is an entity structure with an integrative purpose that consists of individuals' activities
and materials. It is important to know that without the education system, all its subsystems must
work well to be effective..
To better understand an education system, there are many concepts that need to be interpreted
when looking at an education system. In education, one always works towards a goal and the
goal in education is to get people ready for society. I say people, because it is not only children
who receive education. There are also adults who are still completing their teaching careers.
This gives an indication that there is a target market to which the education system must make
provision. The target group is also about individuals or groups e.g. The state, parents, cultural
groups and all persons residing in a state. According to Steyn (2002: 59), the national education
system can thus be defined as the logistical framework for effective education which provides
for the educational needs of all the inhabitants in a particular state territory..
For an education system to work effectively, it needs people who can implement it well.
Learners can only add value to society if they receive effective education. Teachers play an
important role in the acquisition of knowledge, skills and values in learners.
There is a large variety of learners in schools. At schools there are learners with special needs,
so it is important that no needs are taken care of. The necessary resources must be in place
that will prepare these learners for society.
For all these components to work together, there must be a structure. The structure is there to
ensure that everything is in place and that functionality is very important. Structures coordinate
all the components of an education system.
2.2 Components of an education system
The structure of a national education system consists of four components viz. The education
system policy, education system administration, education structure and support services.
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, 2.2.1 Education system policy
The education system policy is about the intention to satisfy the needs of the target market. The
policy includes the structure to be created and all individuals or groups that fall under it. The
policy consists of guidelines that must be followed. Policies also set a specific standard that the
education system must meet. When drawing up a policy for an education system, it is important
to start with a goal. The best way to do this is to set up a vision and a mission. A mission is an
ideal on which the system is based. It provides boundaries within which the system must
function. When setting up a mission, it is important to consider faith and cultures. A vision is the
direction in which the education system will move. A vision covers aspects such as the quality of
education that learners will receive, the quality of teachers who are at the institution, etc. The
education system builds its identity around the education system policy. A necessity in the goals
of an education system is that the needs of the group are not only catered for, but especially on
the individual. Policies consist of clear statements that serve as guidelines and must be strictly
implemented and monitored.
Educational goals are knowledge, skills and values that learners receive at the specific
institution.
2.2.2 Education system administration
The policy is drawn up by the education system administration and is then implemented.
Education system administration consists of organizational and financial structures.
Communication is an important aspect in administration, especially when it comes to logistics.
When implementing the education system, it is important that it is done at all levels.
Administration should be targeted at the target audience to look after their needs. Because
there can be more than one target group, responsibility must be delegated at each level, so it is
important to establish authority. Funding is allowed annually for administrative tasks. Again, it is
important that the people involved, at different levels, budget for different activities. Here again,
communication is very important, because the people involved need to know exactly what they
need to budget for and that everyone knows what all the funds are for. An important aspect of
administration is that everything must be recorded. All recorded documents must be ready, even
if people are looking for something that is on a different level.
2.2.3 Educational structure
The education structure is sometimes seen as the core of education. Here, education is divided
into different levels. Pre-Primary is the first level of official education, this is not compulsory, but
in many countries it is increasingly seen as compulsory. At this level, there is not much focus on
achievement, but more on values and social skills.
It is only when learners go to the Primary level, where knowledge, skills and values are first
learned and tested. Basic literacy is acquired at this level.
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