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The Implementation of an Education Management Information System (EMIS) – A case of NECT delivering the EMIS solution for the South African basic education sector.
By Mamello Khuto, Riante Narayanan, and Shiloh Naiken Following the Department of Basic Education (DBE) structure, the Education Management Information System (EMIS) directorate is currently…
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How modernising SA-SAMS can improve data quality for improved decision-making in admin and management of schools
What is data in schools? It is a very well-known phenomenon that having quality data is critical for decision-making. In schools, there are various types…
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Pros and cons of collaborative funding model for public/private partnerships – a case of NECT in implementing South African School Administration & Management System.
The National Education Collaboration Trust (NECT) was founded on the basis of collaboration among business, government, labour, and civil society. To date, the NECT has…
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Theme 1 – Introduction and Awareness-Introduction to SA-SAMS Modernisation
We all know how education is the cornerstone of any society’s advancement. Even the founder of our democracy, Mr. Nelson Mandela, said, “Education is the most…
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PART 2: How Data-Driven Education Will Be Supported by The Modernisation of SA-SAMS
What’s in the name: SA-SAMS? The South African School Administration and Management System otherwise known as SA-SAMS, is an integrated electronic application that is supplied free…
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Part 1: Importance of Data in Schools
What is “data” in schools? There are various types of data that are associated with managing education in schools – and these extend beyond mere…
