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Building strong early numeracy skills is foundational to learners’ long-term success in mathematics.
The training session was received extremely positively.
Teachers gained a clear understanding of the three principles of size and how to apply them effectively in the classroom.
We are honored to share a testimonial from the late Prof. H. Carl Haywood
The results paint a concerning but important picture.
The recent training session highlighted the importance of the Concept Teaching Model as an essential mediating approach
Cognitive development in young children is not accidental — it follows a clear progression.
In a world shaped by fast information and constant opinion, the ability to speak is often mistaken for the ability to think.
A shared language of teaching and thinking is beginning to take shape across schools
Through in-class coaching and modelling, teachers are strengthening practice and bringing concepts to life for their learners.

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The Basic Concepts Programme is basically the same as Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development. It is a way of teaching… it gives individuals a way to structure their thinking and reasoning. 

Mitchell's Plain Primary School, November 2015

Ek waardeer alles wat Dr Louis ons geleer het. Daar is soveel dinge wat ek nie geweet het nie, bv. hoe om ons kinders te help leer. You are a star, thank you for your time. 

Pixley Kaseme: Training Sessions 1+2

The BCP provides "tools" for higher-level learning.

Public Open Training, Cape Town (2014)

Goals and objectives were clear, easy to grasp and manageable.  The enthusiasm and energy with which the course was presented made for an enjoyable 3 days!  

Open Public Training, 2015 (Cape Town)

I understand now that teaching is not just standing in front of the class, but a discussion/ dialogue with your children.

Metro South Education District: Teacher Training, May 2014

‘BCP is foundational to a child's learning. It is the building blocks on which all other concepts are built. A concept needs to be fully understood by a child before a new concept can be taught. We often rush children's learning due to time constraints which is not correct.’ (KIDZPOSITIVE, Occupational Therapist, 2011)

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