Science teaching and learning through the medium of English and isiXhosa: a comparative study in two primary schools in the Western Cape

This thesis compared science teaching and learning in English and isiXhosa in the Intermediate Phase (Grades 4-6) in two primary schools in the Western Cape. It explored the effects of using learners' home language (isiXhosa) and second language (English) as languages of learning and teaching science. The study is part of a broader project called the Language of Instruction in Tanzania and South Africa (LOITASA). The study was conceived against the background of English as a means of social, economic and educational advancement, and the marginalization of African languages in education.

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

University of the Western Cape

Year dc:date.issued

2007

Author dc:creator

• Nomlomo, Vuyokazi Sylvia

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Desai, Zubeida

• Science teaching
• South Africa
• Language teaching(English)
• Language
• Xhosa