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Minister proposes review of Grade 12 pass mark, expert weighs in

By Lee-Yandra Paulsen The Minister of Basic Education has announced plans to review the Grade 12 pass mark, currently set at 30%. Additionally, the minister revealed plans to establish an advisory council comprising key stakeholders and experts to assess and potentially raise the pass mark. Speaking to VOC Breakfast on Monday, Professor Aslam Fataar from the Department of Education Policy Studies at Stellenbosch University, a Research and Development Professor attached […]

22 July 2024

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Quality of matric certificate remains a concern: Activist

Education activist, Hendrick Makaneta says although the high matric pass rate is commendable, the quality of our matric certificate remains a cause for concern. He says the 30% pass mark in other subjects produces quantity and not qualify qualifications. “Today, we have got many learners who will go out with a matric certificate but most of them have nothing to offer to the country as such. That is why you will find […]

20 January 2023

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Minister proposes review of Grade 12 pass mark, expert weighs in

Quality of matric certificate remains a concern: Activist

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