Before the workshop I thought (that) I knew how to teach or introduce my lessons, but now I know that I was not doing justice to my learners. I took them for granted ... as if (they would) very easily understand my instructions.
Metro South Education District: Teacher Training (January, 2013)
I feel very strongly that Basic Concepts should be introduced to all learners- this will give me the time to develop their conceptual language and increase their vocabulary and verbal fluency.
Metro Central Training: Western Cape Education Department (October, 2015)
I am really glad I made an effort to attend: Fantastic, enlightening, empowering.
Metro Central Education District, March 2014
What stood out for me - was not teaching the content, but how to teach the concept and so much vocabulary is elicited …
Thinking Stars: Teacher Feedback From Training, August 2014
This is an excellent programme that can benefit any learner or educator.
Metro Central (2013): Training
I was very happy about my development on this course… often as teachers we do not pay attention to detail, but because of Basic Concepts I was aware of the lack of language use in my class. I am now using a different approach with my learners and being aware of the small details that make a big change in the way I teach and learners learn. Thank you for this eye opening course.
The work … is certainly original, and in some important aspects constitutes a contribution to the fund of knowledge about cognitive development and early education.