A comparative analysis of methods used in ABET facilitation
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2007
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The fundamental problem addressed in this study revolve around methods of facilitation in Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET). The democratic government in South Africa is at present focusing on learners at the adult basic education level to ensure that the needs of adults are met, and that basic demands evident in contemporary society are addressed.
While the introduction of Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) in South Africa is progressing towards the right direction, there seems to be problems underlying the methods of facilitation used in various programmes aimed at improving the lives of adult learners. Methods of facilitation indicate insufficient implementation techniques and continuity which results in adult learners relapsing to illiteracy.
The more specific objectives of this study were to investigate if the methods of facilitation used in ABET provide implementation techniques which enable adult learners to be independent; provide skills necessary for self-development; answer to the needs of the adult learners; provide for sustained self-development through continuity.
The study is broadly structured around five chapters. Chapter one introduces the study, presents the problem under investigation, gives and aim and significance of the investigation and relevant analysis of concepts in the study. Chapter two gives literature review on methods of facilitation used in ABET. Chapter three explains the research design and methodology that was followed. Chapter four contains an analysis and interpretation of research data. Chapter five covers a summary of findings and recommendations.
Major findings of the study attempts to reveal the role played by higher institutions in monitoring the methods of facilitation. A comparative analysis to formal schooling methods should be engaged in order to establish a sound relationship between formal, informal and non-formal education. A number of supporting programmes must be put in place for adult learners, after the completion of literacy courses in order to promote a continuous learning culture and ensure the retention of skills and technology acquired.
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Submitted in fuliillment ofthe requirements for the degree of Master ofEducation in the Department of Comparative and Science Education ofthe Faculty of Education at the University of Zululand, 2007.
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Adult education--South Africa., Continuing education--South Africa., Elementary education of adults--South Africa., Adult Basic Education and Training