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Disrespecting Teacher: The Decline in Social Standing of Teachers in Cape Town, South Africa
- Source :
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International Journal of Educational Development . May 2008 28(3):340-347. - Publication Year :
- 2008
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Abstract
- This paper examines the declining levels of respect for teachers in two communities in Cape Town, South Africa. Education has been identified as a key area of reform and redress, but a critical skills shortage and under-resourced schools are hindering progress. Data from current and former teachers illustrate how the social and institutional capital of education is being replaced by a focus on economic capital, undermining the prestige of teaching as a career. These problems reflect trends elsewhere in the world and require action to prevent further shortages in education.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0738-0593
- Volume :
- 28
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- International Journal of Educational Development
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ786036
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Evaluative
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijedudev.2007.05.007