EDS3701
ASSIGNMENT 4 2025
UNIQUE NO. 815489
DUE DATE: 31 JULY 2025
, COVER PAGE
Name and Surname:
Assignment Number: 4
Assignment Unique Number: 815489
Module Code:
Primary Lecturer:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. Challenges Facing South African Schools
2.1 Four Major Challenges
2.2 Contribution of School Challenges to University Dropout Rates
3. Problem-Solving Strategies for the Minister of Education
4. Conclusion
5. References
1. Introduction
The issue of high dropout rates among first-year university students in South Africa,
which range between 50% and 60%, continues to spark national concern. A major focus
has been placed on the 30% pass rate in schools; however, this is only one aspect of a
broader systemic problem. This assignment explores additional challenges facing South
African schools, how these challenges influence university dropout rates, and proposes
solutions using problem-solving skills and strategies.
ASSIGNMENT 4 2025
UNIQUE NO. 815489
DUE DATE: 31 JULY 2025
, COVER PAGE
Name and Surname:
Assignment Number: 4
Assignment Unique Number: 815489
Module Code:
Primary Lecturer:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. Challenges Facing South African Schools
2.1 Four Major Challenges
2.2 Contribution of School Challenges to University Dropout Rates
3. Problem-Solving Strategies for the Minister of Education
4. Conclusion
5. References
1. Introduction
The issue of high dropout rates among first-year university students in South Africa,
which range between 50% and 60%, continues to spark national concern. A major focus
has been placed on the 30% pass rate in schools; however, this is only one aspect of a
broader systemic problem. This assignment explores additional challenges facing South
African schools, how these challenges influence university dropout rates, and proposes
solutions using problem-solving skills and strategies.
