University of South Africa Unisa Department of Educational Foundations

Our vision

We see ourselves actively engaged in:

• the academic development of students using appropriate forms of communication and technology to enhance the teaching and learning experience
• innovative scholarship in our areas of specialisation while maintaining a balance between individual and team research
• community service endeavours whereby we transmit our specialised knowledge and skills to improve schools and community organisations through the transformative power of education
• peer mentorship  and coaching  in a spirit of enthusiasm, unselfishness and  mutual appreciation

Our mission
The mission of the Department of Educational Foundations is to demonstrate excellence in:

• Tuition in an open and distance learning environment so that each student is prepared to become a highly qualified professional, grounded in one or more chosen foundational disciplines and capable of critical thinking across these disciplines
• Research which informs educational theory and practice and strengthens the quality of tuition
• Community service in partnership with a range of constituents to effect positive change in schools and community organisations
• Collegial relationships in a community of practice designed to promote reciprocal growth among members

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