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Programme and Abstracts
11th EMASA International Conference (2009)
7 - 9 August 2009
University of Pretoria (Groenkloof Campus)
City of Pretoria, South Africa
Theme
Education Administration, Management and Leadership: Are we failing Education?
- Conference Programme and Abstracts (PDF 295KB)
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FRIDAY 7 AUGUST |
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14:00 – 1700 |
Registration – in front of the Lecture Halls (L6, L7 and L8) |
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17:00 –17:30 |
Tea/Coffee – in front of the Lecture Halls (L6, L7 and L8) |
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17:30 – 18:30 |
Plenary – L8 Programme Director: Cyril Samuels Singing of the National Anthem Official Opening Muavia Gallie: President of EMASA Performance Soshanguve Philadelphia School Choir |
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18:30 – 19:30 |
Keynote Address Zandile Kunene: President of the Commonwealth Council for Educational Administration and Management (CCEAM); past president of EMASA; Executive Director of Matthew Goniwe School of Leadership and Governance (MGSLG) |
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19:45 |
Dinner – in the Side Hall of the Cafeteria |
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08:00 – 09:00 |
Registration – in front of the Lecture Halls (L6, L7 and L8) |
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09:00 – 10:00 |
Plenary – L8 Programme Director: Muavia Gallie Keynote Address Brahm Fleisch |
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10:00 – 10:30 |
Tea/coffee – in front of the Lecture Halls (L6, L7 and L8) |
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10:30 – 12:00 |
Break away session 1 |
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L6 Session chair: NB Sadiki
Johan Beckmann Some Timely/Overdue Questions on Education Management Development in South Africa
Rehabeam Auala Effective Management and Leadership Ensure Excellent Performance and Success an Education
Michael K Mhlolo Performance Appraisals in Education and the Role School Heads/Principals Play in Motivating Teachers to Perform Better |
L7 Session chair: CJ Louw
Rita Niemann & Susette Brynard We Don’t Want to Fail our Leaders: So Let’s do Teamwork Training the Experiential Way!
Jeremy Koeberg Improving School Leadership Potential: Understanding the Emotional Extremes in Teacher–Principal Relations
Vitallis Chikoko Talking about Leadership Development in Education: Learnings from Selected Presentations at the British Educational Leadership, Management and Administration Society (BELMAS) 2009 Conference |
L8 Session chair: A Makura
Moss Nkonyane Are We Honest about Improving Performance at Secondary Schools?
Melanie Cooke Do Gauteng Prin cipals Use Data/Evidence to Inform their Strategies of Intervention and Improvement within their School Improvement Plans?
V O Ebuara, L A Udida, W Ekpiken and U U Bassey (presented L Udida) Re-Inventing the Nigerian Universities’ Dream and the Challenge of Leadership
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SATURDAY 8 AUGUST (continued) |
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12:00 – 13:00 |
Plenary – L8 Programme Director: Vitallis Chokoko Keynote Address Jonathan Jansen |
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13:00 – 14:00 |
Lunch - Cafeteria |
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14:00 – 15:30 |
Break away session 2 |
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L6 Session chair: R Auala
Tony Bush The National ACE: School Leadership Qualification: Does it Produce More Effective Principals?
Henry Petersen The Pre-Knowledge Needed by Principals in order to Benefit from the ACE – School Leadership Programme Module on ‘Managing Teaching and Learning’
CJ Louw Does classroom management play a role in student progress?
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L7 Session chair: M Nkonyane
MJ Ramabenyane & R Niemann The Role of the Principal in the Implementation of the National Reading Strategy at Foundation Phase in the Motheo District (Free State Province)
N B Sadiki & N Marishane Education Administration, Management and Leadership: Teacher Commitment to the Instructional Programme in Rural Schools in Limpopo Province
Dorcas Dengu Educational Leadership Management and Administration, Are We Failing Education? |
L8 Session chair: M K Mhlolo
Mabovula N Nolundi Revisiting Jürgen Haberma’s Notion of Communicative Action and its Relevance for South African School Governance: Can it Succeed?
I A Udida, I U Udofia, UU Bassey & A Egbona System Performance and Sustainability of Higher Education in Nigeria
Alfred Henry Makura The Challenges Faced by Female Primary School Heads: The Zimbabwean Experience
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15:30 – 16:00 |
Tea/coffee – in front of the Lecture Halls (L6, L7 and L8) |
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SATURDAY 8 AUGUST (continued) |
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16:00 – 17:30 |
Break away session 3 |
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L6 Session chair: R Niemann
Muavia Gallie The Different Conceptual and Contextual Interpretation and Understanding of the Notion of ‘Complex Demographics’ in High Functioning and Dysfunctional Schools - Learnings from a School Principal (Headteacher) in South Africa
P S Chetty Informal Learning at Science Centres |
L7 Session chair: J Koeberg
Franca U Udey, V O Ebuara, U I Ekpoh & A O Edet (presented L Udida) Management and Administration of Nigerian Education System: Problems, Challenges, and the Way Forward
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18:00 – 19:00 |
L8 Programme Director: Anusha Naidu Video input Minister of Higher Education: Dr Blade Nzimande |
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19:00 |
Gala Dinner – Side Hall of the Cafeteria |
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SUNDAY 9 AUGUST |
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09:00 – 10:00 |
Plenary – L8 Programme Director: Alison Bengtson Mali Keynote Address Jenny Lewis |
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10:00 – 10:30 |
Tea/coffee – in front of the Lecture Halls (L6, L7 and L8) |
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10:30 – 11:00 |
Performance Agape Cultural Group – L8 |
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11:00 – 12:00 |
Plenary – L8 Keynote Address – Womens’ Day Thandi Chaane |
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12:00 – 13:00 |
EMASA General Meeting – L8 |
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13:00 – 14:00 |
Lunch – Cafeteria, and departure |
Accommodation
Featured Hotels and Guesthouses near the University of Pretoria
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From ZAR 1356 Sheraton Pretoria Hotel 643 Corner of Church and Wessels Streets , Pretoria (2.0 km) Show map This luxurious and privileged hotel is conveniently located within the heart of South Africa's dazzling capital city, with sweeping views that command all of Pretoria. More… |
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From ZAR 1350 Court Classique Suite Hotel Corner of Schoeman & Beckett Streets, Pretoria (1.3 km) Show map Set in an up market suburb of Pretoria, nestled in a private garden, this luxurious 4-star suite hotel is designed for guests seeking relaxation and quality living. More… |
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From ZAR 730 Sentinel Executive Apartment Hotel 734 Arcadia Street, Pretoria (1.3 km) Show map One of the many historical buildings in Arcadia and surrounded by wonderfully landscaped gardens, this Art Deco-styled hotel lies in the heart of Pretoria’s Embassy belt. More… |
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From ZAR 580 Hotel 224 C/O Schoeman and Leyds Street, Arcadia, Pretoria (2.1 km) Show map Situated in the suburb of Arcadia, the Hotel 224 is a well-positioned Pretoria hotel just minutes from the Union Buildings, the State Theatre and the Pretoria Art Museum. More… |
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From ZAR 740 Premier Hotel Pretoria 573 Church Street, Pretoria (2.4 km) Show map Situated in the heart of Pretoria, the Premier Hotel Pretoria ensures that you are in the vicinity of the local tourist attractions. More… |
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515 Proes Street, Arcadia, Arcadia (2.8 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Located at the foot of the Union Buildings, next to the Arcadia Shopping Centre, the Arcadia Hotel is within walking distance of Pretoria’s other major retail centres, street markets and entertainment...… More |
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672 Schoeman Street, Arcadia, Pretoria (2.6 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Within walking distance of the Union Buildings and Embassies, this Don Suite Hotel is also an important political address and has a number of restaurants and shops on it's doorstep for your breaks...… More |
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599 Pretorius Street, Arcadia, Pretoria (4.8 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Looking for political clout? Don Arcadia I is situated close to the Union Buildings and Embassies on jacaranda-lined streets with famous restaurants and shops close by.… More |
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327 Bourke Street, Muckleneuk, Pretoria (2.6 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map This large mansion, situated in a tranquil neighbourhood of Pretoria, beckons guests to get a taste of times gone by and experience unrivalled personalized service.… More |
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522, Cnr Alpine & Atterbury Road, Menlo Park, Pretoria (4.4 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map This privately owned guest house, offering designer accommodation in the heart of Pretoria, is just a short walk from the Pretoria Country Club.… More |
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226 Ramona Street, Erasmusrand, Pretoria (6.7 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Offering the warmth of home-style luxury living in the leafy suburbs of Erasmusrand, Pretoria, this elegant guesthouse provides complete tranquillity for a relaxing break, whilst being within easy...… More |
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133 Emmarentia Street Meyerspark, Pretoria (7.5 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Located in a tranquil area of Pretoria, yet only a short drive from Johannesburg International Airport, this guest lodge benefits from its typical African flair.… More |
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Picture This - Pretoria North Lodge 93 Ben Viljoen Street , Pretoria North (9.3 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Our lodge is nestled at the foot of the Magaliesberg, near Pretoria and on the main route to Kruger National Park, providing access to the natural environment and modern amenities.… More |
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Horridus Place 10, Pretoria (8.0 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Situated in the city of Pretoria, overlooking the quiet suburb of Montana, this guest house offers guests a cosy and secure base from which to explore the area.… More |
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2 Clyde Street, Murrayfield, Lynwoodridge Pretoria (7.4 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Nestled between lush greenery and leafy trees, boasting stunning views of the Moreleta River, this 4-star guest house offers exclusive accommodation to affordable prices.… More |
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741 Frhensch Street, Moreleta Park, Pretoria (9.6 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map All Seasons Bed & Breakfast is situated on a hill with wonderfully open views of Eastern Pretoria and offers an intimate, luxurious alternative to hotel accommodation, with attention to personal...… More |
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Cnr Swemmer Street & 19th Avenue, Pretoria (4.5 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Situated in Rietfontein, a quiet suburb close to Pretoria’s city centre and the international airport, this lodge offers 3-and 4 star accommodation at affordable rates.… More |
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449 Edelweiss street , Magalieskruin, Pretoria North (7.2 km from University of Pretoria) • Show map Aloe Guesthouse has a unique feel, with a magnificent rock swimming pool and the highest lookout in the area that affords spectacular views as far as the eye can see.… More |
Accommodation in Suburbs (UP vicinity)
Accommodation in Groenkloof, Pretoria
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Bay Tree Guest House A warm welcome awaits you at the Bay Tree in Bailey's Muckleneuk, close to the universities, hospitals, schools, Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary and the many restaurants and shops of Brooklyn Mall and Brooklyn Square. |
489 Roper Street, Tel: 012-346-3160 |
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Hansie & Grietjie Gastehuis |
Van Wouw Str 115, Tel: 012-460-1914 |
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Groenkloof Bed & Breakfast “Arrive as guests and return as friends”. Groenkloof B&B has five private, fully furnished en-suite rooms with TV,secure parking area and swimming pool. |
65 George Storrar Drive, Tel: 012-460-4062 |
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Close to the Pretoria city center the house is situated in a remote, quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Guests can enjoy the spectacular view of Pretoria at the upstairs dining room, lounge and balcony area. |
103 Frans Oerder Street, Tel: 012-460-2104 |
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Accommodation in Muckleneuk, Pretoria
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A warm welcome awaits you at the Bay Tree in Bailey's Muckleneuk, close to the universities, hospitals, schools, Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary and the many restaurants and shops of Brooklyn Mall and Brooklyn Square. |
489 Roper Street, Tel: 012-346-3160 |
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Ten Spacious executive suites. Each room has its own -patio, telephone, television with M-Net, air-conditioning, safe, hairdryer, barfridge, tea & coffee making facility. |
Bronkhorst Street, Tel: 012-460-3936 |
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Crane's Nest is in the heart of Brooklyn, with Austin Roberts Memorial Bird Sanctuary views in a tranquil and peaceful out of town setting. Tastefully decorated en suite bedrooms, each have TV with M-Net, bar fridge, telephone and tea trays. |
212 Boshoff Street, P. O. Box 95 742, Waterkloof Tel: 012-460-7223 e-mail: print-mm@lantic.co.za |
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B&B (Babasa) Luxurious accommodation, beautiful garden and view. Fully licensed. |
285 Middelberg Street, Tel: / Fax: 012-344-0233 |
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Jabulisa offers comfortable and affordable accommodation in a tranquil setting in Muckleneuk. Separate entrance, full en-suite bathroom, TV, tea and coffee maker, private garden for guests' use. |
227 Silver Street, Tel: / Fax: 012-344-0257 |
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Legodimong Bed & Breakfast is situated on top of the hill in Muckleneuk with amazing views of Pretoria. Legodimong means "In heaven" in Sepedi / N Sotho - we are. |
528 Kruin St, Tel: / Fax: 012-343 5609 |
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Muckleneuk Guest House is a luxury 4 star guest house situated in the leafy suburb of Muckleneuk in Pretoria close to the heart of Pretoria. UNISA and the University of Pretoria are in the neighbourhood and the Zuid Afrikaanse Hospital, Jacaranda Hospital and Little Company of Mary Hospital are around the corner. |
Tel: 012-341-8059 |
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Luxury rooms with private entrance, own bath and shower, TV, refrigirator, desk & conversation corner. Telephone and fax facilities. Secure parking. |
Tel: / Fax: 012-341-9976 |
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Bed & Breakfast accommodations is offered in private family suite with separate entrance. The suite includes a large double bedroom, bathroom plus shower, spacious lounge-cum-ding area, with TV, M-Net, own telephone and a kitchenette with microwave oven. |
34 Ormonde Street, Muckleneuk Tel: / Fax: 012-343-2878 |
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Sentosa has five double and three single en-suite bedrooms. Each suite has a colour TV and a private telephone. English breakfast is included. Covered parking and lockable garages behind security gates are available. |
170 Smith Street, Tel: 012-344-0205 |
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Accommodation in Brooklyn, Pretoria
Accommodation in Clydesdale & Sunnyside, Pretoria
Shuttle Services
Shuttle services from OR Tambo International Airport to Pretoria and return
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PS Tours |
Solly Maritz |
0824525818 |
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Johannesburg & Pretoria / Tshwane Chauffeur Drive / Shuttle Services |
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Destinet cc |
Du Preez Brink |
Tel: +27832311774 |
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Ananzi |
Rean |
Tel: +27826190834 |
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Airport Shuttle |
Tel:+278617488853 |
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Ulysses Tours & Safaris |
Central Reservations: +27822333320 |
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EZ shuttle |
Call Centre: +27861397488 (24h) |
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Pretoria Taxi |
HeinRich |
Tel: +27123433331 |
Directions and Maps
How do I get to the Groenkloof Campus of the Faculty of Education?
From NI Johannesburg/Pietersburg
- Take the Atterbury offramp
- Turn Left into Charles Street (M11)
- Continue in Charles Street
- Turn Left in Duncan Street (M7)
- Go into Brooklyn Circle
- Turn into Middel Street (M7)
- Street name changes to George Storrar Drive (M7)
- Turn Right into Leyds Street
- Campus on your Left
From N4 Rustenburg
- Enter Pretoria via Struben Street
- Turn Right into Hamilton Street
- Street name changes to Troye Street
- Turn Right into Walker Street
- Turn almost immediately Left into Elandspoort Road merges with Nelson Mandela Drive
- Go into Fountains Circle
- Turn Left into George Storrar Drive
- Turn Left into Leyds Street
- Campus on your Left
From N4 Witbank
- Enter Pretoria via Pretorius Street (N4)
- Turn Left into Hamilton Street
- Street name changes to Troye Street
- Turn Right into Walker Street
- Turn almost immediately Left into Elandspoort Road merges with Nelson Mandela Drive
- Go into Fountain Circle
- Turn Left into George Storrar Drive
- Turn Left into Leyds Street
- Campus on your Left
From R28/N1 Krugersdorp / Johannesburg
- Take the Eeufees Road offramp
- Turn Right at the T-Junction into Eeufees Road (M7)
- Pass under the bridge and Turn Left into Sunnyside onramp
- Continue into Fountains Circle
- Follow Brooklyn sign
- Turn Left into George Storrar Drive
- Turn Left into Leyds Street
- Campus on your Left
From R21 (OR Tambo International Airport)
- Enter Pretoria via Nelson Mandela Drive (R21)
- Continue into Fountain Circle
- Turn Left into George Storrar Drive
- Turn Left into Leyds Street
- Campus on your Left
Call for papers
11th EMASA International Conference (2009)
7 - 9 August 2009
University of Pretoria (Groenkloof Campus)
City of Pretoria, South Africa
Theme
Education Administration, Management and Leadership: Are we failing Education?
Please note: Although sub-themes will be generated from the accepted submissions, we would like to see abstracts from all levles of our discipline, namely Academics, Policy-makers, government officials, provincial and district officials, school leaders and classroom leaders.
Who should attend?
Academics, practitioners, officials of education departments at national, provincial and district levels, principals, educators and trade union members, members from the NGO sector, and Honours, Masters and Doctoral students and members of political parties.
Postgraduate students
A separate session might be scheduled for the presentation of papers of postgraduate students.
Call for Papers
Abstracts
Abstracts of papers and presentations of 500-600 words must reach the conference secretary (Vitallis Chikoko) on or before 31 APRIL 2009. Notification of acceptance will be sent to presenters soon thereafter.
NB It should be noted that papers for this conference have to focus on Education Administration, Management and Leadership.
Full Papers
The complete paper must reach Vitallis Chikoko on or before 30 JUNE 2009. Papers must be at least 5000 words in length.
Please note that presenters whose papers have not been submitted by 30 June 2009 will be removed from the programme.
Technical Requirements
The abstracts and papers must be typed on A4 pages, in 1½ line spacing, 12 pt type and Times New Roman or Arial font.
KINDLY NOTE THAT PRESENTERS ARE REQUIRED TO REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE. EMASA EXTENDS AN INVITATION TO INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL ATTENDANTS/PRESENTERS, BUT WE REGRET THAT EMASA IS UNABLE TO PAY FOR TRAVEL COSTS, CONFERENCE FEES OR ANY OTHER COSTS.
Conference Fees
| EMASA Members: | R1800 (This includes your membership fee of R300 for 2009) (R1900 after 15 July) |
| Non-EMASA members: | R1800 (R1900 after 15 July) |
| Students (presenting papers): | R1200 (R1300 after 15 July) |
| Students (not presenting papers) [only unemployed students qualify for this discount]: | R1400 (R1500 after 15 July) |
- Fee includes: Tea/coffee on Friday with registration, tea/coffee during conference breaks, lunch (Saturday and Sunday).
Full conference payment must reach AMESA by 30 June 2009
Submit Proposals to:
Vitallis Chikoko
AMESA
School of Education and Development
Faculty of Education
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Private Bag X03
Ashwood
3605
Tel + 27 31 260 2639
Fax + 27 31 260 1598
e-mail: Chikokov@ukzn.ac.za