Authors

Dr.Tawanda Chinengundu

Lecturer

University of Pretoria, Faculty of Education

South Africa

tchinex2@gmail.com

Field of expertise/main research projects:
Engineering Graphics & Design/TVET teacher education and Work-based learning, Integration of ICT in TVET teaching, Vocational Pedagogy in Engineering Graphics


Articles byTawanda Chinengundu

Inclusive education practices in TVET institutions in Botswana, South Africa and Thailand: A systematic review

This study collects data on inclusive education practices within Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions across Botswana, South Africa, and Thailand. Utilising a systematic review methodology, the research examines international policies, government reports, and peer-reviewed journal articles relevant to inclusive education in the TVET sector. The objective is to present an overview of current practices, policies, and guidelines, assess the provision of inclusive facilities and amenities in these institutions, and identify the challenges encountered. Despite inclusive education policies in the three countries, the TVET sector continues to inadequately address the diverse inclusive needs of students and other stakeholders. TVET facilities in these nations remain systemically segregated, thereby excluding individuals with special needs. The literature indicates that effective inclusive practices depend more on the institutional implementation of inclusive processes than students’ abilities. The findings reveal gaps in both policy and practice, highlighting that many TVET teachers lack training in inclusive education pedagogies.

Online Teaching of TVET Courses: A Case of Botswana Private Tertiary Education Providers Responsiveness to the Covid-19 Pandemic Learning Disruptions (Botswana)

With the spread of COVID-19, education and training institutions around the world have moved towards online instruction to ensure the continuity of learning for students at a distance. Transition to an online environment poses special challenges in the delivery of TVET courses, which involve the development of hands-on skills as well as theoretical learning. The transition poses further challenges for developing countries in terms of the preparedness of training systems and the availability of digital technologies for online teaching. This paper presents the findings of research concerning the readiness and prevalence of Botswana Private Tertiary Education Providers (BAPTEP) for using online teaching platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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