Answer to Question #216807 in Sociology for Gontse

Question

the influence of changes in the South African context on curriculum by referring briefly to the most important economic, social and political forces

Answer 1

South Africa has recently seen a number of economic, social, and political transformations that have been affected by educational reform. The student that this country produced a few years ago did not fit the changing world's criteria. When this country re-entered the global economy, there was concern that it would not create individuals who could compete with their counterparts in other countries to manufacture cost-effective and high-quality goods. Because a country's economic strength is dependent on both human and economic capital, this issue has to be addressed. As a response, South Africans needed to be developed as individuals with skills, knowledge, entrepreneurial activities, and attitudes that were compatible with the rest of the world. As a result, South Africa's educational system was altered. In terms of political dynamics, South African education has evolved away from individual inequality and segregation. Instead, schools became a focal point for the development of a new tolerance culture. As a result, schools established a more participative and democratic framework to help students develop the attitudes and abilities necessary to critically participate, eliminate prejudices, and foster tolerance for diversity. The societal goal of education in South Africa is to break free from stereotyping and prejudice, as well as to demonstrate a global shift toward a world that values spiritual parts of one's existence.