Math literacy is increasingly recognized as a fundamental civil right for securing a living wage and participating fully in modern society. This belief was strongly advocated by civil rights activist ...

Some form of mathematics is compulsory for all secondary school students in South Africa. By Grade 10, learners must choose between two forms: Mathematics (core “maths”) or Mathematical Literacy ...

As we near the end of the year, high school students (and their parents) will be debating whether to continue with Pure Maths, or make the change to Maths Literacy. {{image}} While Pure Maths will ...

As year-end results arrive, many high schoolers must decide whether to continue with Pure Maths or switch to Maths Literacy. Experts suggest Pure Maths can open more study options, while Maths Lit may ...

We can’t tell our South African Grade 12 maths story without mentioning maths literacy. Does it make sense for learners who could obtain a quality pass in mathematics not to take it, and rather go for ...

The Government has unveiled its plans to tackle declining rates of numeracy and literacy. Photo / 123RF The Government has unveiled its plan for tackling declining maths and literacy performance in ...

Noorderland High School maths literacy teacher Jenifa Chipangura believes in making maths practical and relatable through real-life examples. POLOKWANE – Jenifa Chipangura, a passionate maths literacy ...

Teenagers in rich countries lack the financial literacy and maths skills needed to prepare them for the digital economy, according to an OECD report. Despite growing numbers opening bank accounts and ...

While Pure Maths will pave the way for more study options at college and university, Maths Lit could lead to a better performance and improve the chances of achieving a Bachelors pass. Dr Alucia ...