SAE3701
ASSIGNMENT 2
2024
, SAE3701 Assignment 2 2024
Moloi (2011) examines the influence of the Black consciousness philosophy on
both the teachers and learners at Bodibeng high school during the period
1940s – 1970s.
Write an essay to respond to the question: Does politics still have an influence
on teachers and learners in the democratic era? (50)
Whether you think there is still political influence or not, please remember to
quote from the sources you have used to justify your response. Consult
Tshepo Moloi (2011) Bodibeng High School: Black Consciousness Philosophy
and Students Demonstration, 1940s–1976, South African Historical Journal.
Please note that you are required to consult as many sources as possible to
strengthen your argument.
ESSAY 1
The Enduring Influence of Politics on Teachers and Learners in a Democracy
Tshepo Moloi's (2011) examination of Bodibeng High School in South Africa
during the apartheid era offers a compelling illustration of the profound influence
that politics can exert on both teachers and learners. The Black Consciousness
philosophy, a powerful movement resisting racial segregation, permeated the
school's very fabric, shaping not only the educators' approaches but also the
students' activism. This historical case study compels us to consider a crucial
question: Does politics retain a similar level of influence on teachers and learners
within a democratic society?
While democratic systems aspire to maintain a clear separation between education
and partisan politics, the reality reveals a more nuanced picture. Teacher unions,
for instance, play a significant role in advocating for educational policies that often
align with specific political agendas (as discussed in [Different Ways Politics Can
Have Influence on Education - Studybay]). This advocacy can have a direct impact
on curriculum choices and funding priorities, ultimately shaping the educational
landscape for students.
Furthermore, the ever-present nature of current events and social issues inevitably
sparks political discussions within classrooms. Teachers, in such situations, find
themselves walking a tightrope. Ignoring these issues altogether risks disengaging
ASSIGNMENT 2
2024
, SAE3701 Assignment 2 2024
Moloi (2011) examines the influence of the Black consciousness philosophy on
both the teachers and learners at Bodibeng high school during the period
1940s – 1970s.
Write an essay to respond to the question: Does politics still have an influence
on teachers and learners in the democratic era? (50)
Whether you think there is still political influence or not, please remember to
quote from the sources you have used to justify your response. Consult
Tshepo Moloi (2011) Bodibeng High School: Black Consciousness Philosophy
and Students Demonstration, 1940s–1976, South African Historical Journal.
Please note that you are required to consult as many sources as possible to
strengthen your argument.
ESSAY 1
The Enduring Influence of Politics on Teachers and Learners in a Democracy
Tshepo Moloi's (2011) examination of Bodibeng High School in South Africa
during the apartheid era offers a compelling illustration of the profound influence
that politics can exert on both teachers and learners. The Black Consciousness
philosophy, a powerful movement resisting racial segregation, permeated the
school's very fabric, shaping not only the educators' approaches but also the
students' activism. This historical case study compels us to consider a crucial
question: Does politics retain a similar level of influence on teachers and learners
within a democratic society?
While democratic systems aspire to maintain a clear separation between education
and partisan politics, the reality reveals a more nuanced picture. Teacher unions,
for instance, play a significant role in advocating for educational policies that often
align with specific political agendas (as discussed in [Different Ways Politics Can
Have Influence on Education - Studybay]). This advocacy can have a direct impact
on curriculum choices and funding priorities, ultimately shaping the educational
landscape for students.
Furthermore, the ever-present nature of current events and social issues inevitably
sparks political discussions within classrooms. Teachers, in such situations, find
themselves walking a tightrope. Ignoring these issues altogether risks disengaging
