As of 6 April 2020, the Numeric team launched a distance learning project which is intended to reach our learners with the support of our teaching interns. We use a combination of WhatsApp, Facebook, and SMS to reach our learners. The material we share on these platforms are:
- Videos in English, isiZulu, and isiXhosa
- Activities and easy-to-follow - memos (for parents to check learners’ work),
- Maths riddles, and
- Maths games
Our teaching interns are supporting WhatsApp groups of learners to keep them engaged and respond to questions. They are developing their digital teaching skills and are engaged in addressing real challenges faced by educators and the education system as a whole during this time. Each week we deliver an average of 4 – 7 hours of additional enrichment through the learning material and consultation time.