Educ8 SA

Educ8 SA – Our Essential Learning Course

Educ8 SA has been around for 6 years now and has thousands of students…all learning on a fantastic platform. The curriculum is easy to navigate, user-friendly and comes at an affordable price. We have a tried and tested curriculum that we are very proud of. We believe that a good beginning never ends! And you can start any time. If you are reading today, need a change and something that’s just easier for your kids, you have found us today and we are here to assist. Start your Individualized Learning Program today! We offer 26 different subject components from Preschool to Gr. 12. If your kids are struggling and have learning Gaps? Not a problem for us, our program is remedial, and we will find and fix the missing learning gaps! Can this curriculum be used as a full curriculum? Yes, it can. We cover grade levels preschool to grade 8 and American high school diploma, grades 9 to 12. We also have GED, which is equivalent to Grade 12. The program is designed to cover skills instead of outcomes, therefore it can be used alongside any curriculum and used as a full curriculum or as  supplementary to any other curriculum. It’s a 100% Integrated Curriculum This is the ONLY completely integrated curriculum covering: Math – Fact Fluency – Number Sense – Reading Stories – Reading Skills Literature Reading Skills Informational – Science – Social Studies – Phonics – Letter Names Letter Sounds – Phonics Blending – Phonics Spelling – Early Reading Trio – Sight Words Foundational Reading – Spelling Rules – Language/Grammar – Vocabulary – Spelling List Writing Workshop – Early Writing – Writing Assignments Key Features: Touch Curriculum Thousands of manipulatives designed for greater engagement and deeper learning Personalized Learning Individualized Education Plan for each student Built-in Engagement Badges, Games, Contests, Messenger, Vibes, Daily Challenges, Daily Comics and more. Find and Fix Identify and fix learning gaps Proven 2X Results The curriculum sets the standard for effectiveness All Subjects 26 subjects from Math to Science to Early Reading to Phonics Complete Solution Progress Monitoring, Diagnostic Tests, Assessments, Daily Goals, IEP, Adaptive Lessons, and Test Prep Our subjects: Science It’s a revolutionary way to teach science! Manipulatives engage students and teach cognitive skills. Students learn science while practising essential STEM skills. Mastery is tracked with quizzes and chapter tests. Social studies Teaching Social Studies will never be the same. Engaging lessons cover geography,  economics, government, history, and  essential social studies skills and practices. Enhanced motivation features hook students in social studies Maths Adaptive  Algorithms are used to find and fix missing skills with targeted lessons that include “Teach Me” Lessons, interactive manipulatives, and targeted practice. Math Students increase an average of 1.5 grade levels with just 40 hours of practice. And many more… Contact us today!

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Note Taking – What is the best note taking ideas for primary school kids?

Note-taking is an essential skill that helps students organize and retain information. For primary school kids, developing effective note-taking strategies can lay a strong foundation for their academic success. Here are some of the best note-taking ideas for primary school kids. Firstly, visual aids can greatly enhance note-taking. Encouraging children to use drawings, diagrams, and charts to represent information can help them better understand and remember concepts. This technique also appeals to their creativity and makes learning more enjoyable. Secondly, teaching kids how to use keywords is crucial. By underlining or highlighting important words or phrases in their notes, they can easily identify key points when reviewing later on. Additionally, using different colors for different subjects or topics can aid in organization and retrieval of information. Furthermore, mind maps are an excellent tool for young learners. By creating a central idea and branching out with related subtopics, children can visually connect ideas and see the relationships between them. This method promotes critical thinking skills while making note-taking more interactive. Lastly, encouraging active listening during class is vital for effective note-taking. Kids should be taught to listen attentively and jot down important details rather than trying to write everything verbatim. This way, they focus on understanding concepts rather than simply transcribing information. In conclusion, developing good note-taking habits at a young age sets primary school kids up for academic success in the future. Visual aids, keywords, mind maps, and active listening are all effective strategies that help children organize information effectively while fostering critical thinking skills. By implementing these techniques early on in their education journey, we empower our young learners with valuable tools that will serve them well throughout their academic careers.  Note taking in general… Note taking is a fundamental skill that has been practiced for centuries. From ancient scholars to modern students, the act of jotting down important information during lectures or while reading has proven to be invaluable in retaining knowledge. The art of note taking involves actively engaging with the material, filtering out key points, and organizing them in a concise and understandable manner. One of the main benefits of note taking is its ability to enhance comprehension and retention. By writing down information, we are forced to process it in our own words, which aids in understanding complex concepts. Additionally, notes serve as a reference point for future review, allowing us to revisit important details without having to go through lengthy texts or lectures again. Note taking promotes active learning by keeping our minds focused and attentive during class or study sessions. It encourages us to listen actively and think critically about the material being presented. Moreover, notes can be customized according to individual learning styles, making them an effective tool for personalizing the learning experience. In addition to aiding comprehension and active learning, note taking also fosters organization skills. By categorizing information into headings or subheadings, we create a structured framework that facilitates easy retrieval when needed. This organizational aspect not only helps with studying but also improves overall productivity by providing a clear roadmap for revisiting topics efficiently. Note taking is an essential practice that enhances comprehension, promotes active learning, and fosters organization skills. Whether it is capturing ideas from a lecture or summarizing key points from a book chapter, this age-old technique continues to be an indispensable tool in acquiring knowledge effectively.

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Welcome all Cottage Schools and Learning Centres!

We welcome all Cottage Schools, Learning Centres, Tutoring Centres, and Private Schools to partner with us.  If you’re a teacher looking for a new educational adventure, why not join our team and start your own learning centre?  Listed below are some of the great features we have to offer you: The following components are also included in our package:   Digital Literacy, Core Subjects, and Career Studies.   Our Fees:   Once off Centre Registration Fee: R1500 Marketing Material & Training included.  Preschool – Grade 8: R400/student package. American High School Diploma, Grade 9 – 12: R1600 GED:  R500/student package  (Includes digital course, PDF Study Guide, 1 for each subject, lots of bonus material, Mock Exams) You are most welcome to sign up all your students for our FREE Trial Period (Placement Test included) You may do so here:     https://www.educ8sa.net/sign-up/  Our program is offered in English. We offer a full curriculum solution based on the USA curriculum. Students may log in 24/7/365. Parents are able to log in at any time to view their child’s progress from the parent portal.  Our students work at their own proficiency level and at their own pace. This makes our program the ideal solution for special needs and exceptional students who need to be challenged. Our Student Managers are on duty from 8 am to 4 pm and are always available to help should a student contact them via their messenger for assistance.  These are just some of the fantastic features our program has to offer. Teacher Support:  We make a teacher’s life easier. Simple to use and learn, We immediately start saving time for teachers. For example, students automatically begin fixing missing skills from the automatic placement test. In other words, teachers see progress reports without even having to assign a lesson. Even better, the built-in motivation tools and rewards keep students eager to learn more without teacher intervention.  We are proud to announce our 2022 EdTech Breakthrough Awards:  Classroom Management Solution Provider Of The Year. Our program automatically allows you to monitor student progress in real-time; this makes it possible to know exactly how each student is progressing. Analyze data for all standards in the common core by student, class, school, and district.   Our program simplifies the IEP process by allowing you to set student goals that are automatically updated as students progress, saving you hundreds of hours of reporting. Parent Support:  Parents can log in anytime to view their child’s progress from the parent portal. Our students work on their proficiency level and at their own pace. This feature makes our program ideal for special needs students and exceptional students who need a challenge.  Student Support:  Our Student Managers are on duty from 8 am to 4 pm and are always available to help should a student contact them via their messenger for assistance.  These are just some of the fantastic features our program has to offer! Assessments & Exams: We prefer the continuous assessment approach; therefore, our students in grades K – 8 do not write exams. For our high school students, exams will depend on their chosen matric option. Registration Process: 1.  Complete our online form https://www.educ8sa.net/sign-up/. Your 14-day FREE trial period starts here! 2.  Login, then complete the Placement Test.      3.  Notify us once all Placement Tests have been completed.   4.  You will receive the results of the Placement Test by email. 5.  You will be requested to schedule a zoom meeting with us to discuss the Placement Test results.         6.  We set up your child’s personalized learning plan.       7.  Students may start with lessons.                            8.  We invoice you should you wish to sign up! Term Dates & Holidays: Centre Students will follow their own term dates. Virtual Students may decide when they take breaks.   Accreditation: All our courses are accredited and listed on the SAQA website, and accepted by our universities and Colleges.  Admission Requirements apply.  Our accreditation bodies:  WASC and the US Council on Education. Technical requirements: Internet connection, device with a minimum of 1.6 1.60GHz processor. (laptop/pc/tablet/iPad), headphones or earphones.

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Online Education for Homeschoolers and Learning Centres

What does Educ8 SA offer? Educ8 SA’s Online Learning Program is the ideal choice for your homeschooling curriculum – offering teaching excellence and a broad curriculum at an affordable price. It offers an online education solution for homeschoolers and learning centres. Online Learning Programs Our Online Learning Program is the ideal choice for anyone looking for top-quality, proven, flexible online schooling. Affordable, Quality Curriculums The ideal choice for you, offering teaching excellence and a broad curriculum at an affordable price to students. Convenient and Flexible If you are looking for the convenience and flexibility of online homeschooling from the comfort of your home, you have found it! We provide quality online education that is affordable, flexible, and personalised for all students from Pre-School to Grade 12. Our Mission Improving Lives Through Learning We connect students and teachers to world-class curricula and resources, helping them reach their goals and pursue their dreams. Our Vision Expanding Learning Opportunities To make quality education more accessible and improve lives through learning. Our content is presented in an interactive, engaging, and effective way. We cater to different learning styles. What curriculum options does Educ8 SA have to offer? We have many different options such as… Preschool to Grade 8 @R400 per month (All resources, assessments, and tests included – no hidden costs) American High School Diploma Grade 9 – 12 @R1600 per month (Includes all resources, assessments, and exams) GED: R500 per month (Includes digital course, PDF Study Guide, 1 for each subject, lots of bonus material, Mock Exams) Individual Student Registration Fee:: Registration fee of R1000 per student or R1500 per Family Registration What sets Educ8 SA apart from other curriculum providers? Educ8 SA was established in 2017 due to a gap in the South African Education market for students and families with unique needs and circumstances seeking an innovative learning environment. We recently won the EdTech Awards 2022 for our online Mobymax program and to date we have received more than 215 awards in the past 4 years. Lots of evidence that we are doing something right. Educ8 SA has harnessed global technology and has partnered with the best providers in the eLearning industry to enable a revolution in quality education. Today, we have students enrolled all over the country as well as in other parts of the world. Students who desire more flexibility and choice can design a learning plan to suit their needs. Our program is one of those programs that you log onto, learning is simple and easy to navigate. Kids are able to log on and complete work at any time and work according to their pace. Making it easy to complete more than one grade level a year. You can sign up for our 14 day free trial period, this is amazing as your kids will do placement test which helps them place them in the correct grade level. Parent Support: Parents can log in anytime to view their child’s progress in the parent portal. Our students work on their proficiency level and at their own pace. This feature makes our program ideal for special needs students and exceptional students who need a challenge. Our solution allows you to monitor your child’s progress as they work through our accredited curriculum, in a safe controlled environment, your home. All you need is a laptop and Wi-Fi. Student Support: Our Student Managers are on duty from 8 am to 4 pm and are always available to help should a student contact them via their messenger for assistance. These are just some of the fantastic features our program has to offer! Assessments & Exams: We prefer the continuous assessment approach; therefore, our students in grades K – 8 do not write exams. For our high school students, exams will depend on their chosen matric option. Registration Process: 1. Complete our online form https://educ8-sa.com/sign-up/. Your 14-day FREE trial period starts here! Please make a calendar entry/reminder of the date that your student’s trial end and let us know whether to remove or permanently add the student to your roster and invoice. 2. Login, then complete the Placement Test. 3. Notify us once all Placement Tests have been completed. 4. You will receive the results of the Placement Test by email. 5. You will be requested to schedule a zoom meeting with us to discuss the Placement Test results. 6. We set up your child’s personalized learning plan. 7. Students may start with lessons. 8. We invoice you, should you wish to register the student as a permanent learner. We aim to produce citizens who are innovative, entrepreneurial, creative, and independent in their thinking. We are making sure that our students are future-ready for an ever-changing world. Up to 250 000 children are schooled at home in South Africa, with the numbers growing at 20% per year, home-schooling is now an important option! In today’s society, learning is mobile. Adapt your child’s education to suit their needs, as well as yours. Contact Educ8SA today! info@educ8sa.net 084 685 2138 www.educ8sa.com

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Your Ideal Choice For Your Homeschool Curriculum – Educ8 SA!

What does Educ8 SA have to offer? Educ8 SA is an online curriculum provider offering teaching excellence and a broad curriculum at an affordable price. Quality online education that is affordable, flexible, and personalized for all students from Pre-School to Grade 12. Educ8 SA was established in 2017 due to a gap in the South African Education market for students and families with unique needs and circumstances seeking an innovative learning environment. Today, we have students enrolled all over the country as well as in other parts of the world. Students who desire more flexibility and choice can design a learning plan to suit their needs. Learning about the History of Educ8 SA. Haelene has more than 22 years of teaching experience and homeschooled her own four children. Being a veteran homeschooling mom truly helped her understand the ins and outs of homeschooling and each student’s unique needs. She had years of experience and knowledge to offer to all newbies and to those who have been homeschooling for a while. What were the biggest accomplishments? The testimonies of graduated students absolutely speak for themselves. We are known for the super service and support we provide to our parents and students! This is so important as it establishes trust; without trust, we won’t have clients. What’s one of the hardest things that Haelene faced with being a business owner? The energy, blood, sweat, and tears that go into each day – like with any business, nothing comes easy, but it is so worth the time and effort! What curriculum options does Educ8 SA have to offer? We have many different options: Grade K – Gr. 8: R400 American High School Diploma (Gr. 9 – 12): R1600 (All resources, assessments, and tests included – no hidden costs) GED: R500/student package/month GED Exam FEE: $80/subject – 4 Subjects Individual Student Registration Fee:: R1000 per student or R1500 per Family Where can your business be found online? Website: https://www.educ8sa.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/educ8sa/ Contact Educ8 SA today! Hannes / Haelene info@educ8sa.net www.educ8sa.com 084 685 2138

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Improving Lives Through Learning

How to Sign Up to our amazing Online Learning Platform. We are super proud to announce that the EdTech Awards 2022 have just been released – and yay! We are the BEST AGAIN! We are the most awarded EdTech Company on the planet, with 215+ awards in the last four years! A decade of evidence and research, buffered by over 215 education awards (10 times the closest competitor), establishes us as the premier Edtech solution available to schools and families. We specialize in SpecialEd and offer remedial support to our students with learning difficulties or disabilities. We have the awards to prove our success. Our program is also an excellent choice if you’d like to challenge your academically strong child, as they get to work ahead and complete more than one grade level per year. Please find attached our Informational Pack to assist you with any further questions you might have.  And…Don’t forget about our FREE 14-day Trial Period on our program. The Placement Test is included in the trial. All we need is for you to complete our online registration form: https://educ8-sa.com/sign-up Listed below are some of the great features we have to offer you: The following components are included in our package: Digital Literacy, Core Subjects, and Career Studies.   Our Fees:  Our Fees include all tutorials, assessments, and intervention packs. Individual Student Registration Fee:: Registration fee of R1000 per student or R1500 per Family Registration (Payable over 2/3 instalments) Grade K – Gr. 8: R400/student package/month (All resources, assessments, and tests included – no hidden costs) GED: R500/student package/month (Includes digital course, PDF Study Guide, 1 for each subject, lots of bonus material, Mock Exams) GED Exam FEE: $80/subject – 4 Subjects American High School Diploma (Gr. 9 – 12): R1600/student per month. (Includes all resources, assessments, and exams) Our program is offered in English. We offer a complete curriculum solution; students may log in 24/7/365.  Students start with a list of 5 Placement Tests; this will help us determine exactly where they need to start. With the results, we will also be able to identify if they have learning gaps and then set up a personalized learning plan for each student. Parent Support:  Parents can log in anytime to view their child’s progress from the parent portal. Our students work on their proficiency level and at their own pace. This feature makes our program ideal for special needs students and exceptional students who need a challenge.  Student Support:  Our Student Managers are on duty from 8 am to 4 pm and are always available to help should a student contact them via their messenger for assistance.  These are just some of the fantastic features our program has to offer! Assessments & Exams: We prefer the continuous assessment approach; therefore, our students in grades K – 8 do not write exams. For our high school students, exams will depend on the matric option they have chosen.  Registration Process: Complete our online form https://educ8-sa.com/sign-up. Your 14-day FREE trial period starts here! Login, then complete the Placement Test. Notify us once all Placement Tests have been completed. You will receive the results of the Placement Test by email. You will be requested to schedule a zoom meeting with us to discuss the Placement Test results. We set up your child’s personalized learning plan. Students may start with lessons. We invoice you should you wish to sign up! Subjects offered:  See the Informational Pack for each of the learning paths. Digital Literacy and Career Studies are part of the package.                All learning resources/tutorials/assessments/tests are completed online. Our fees include all tutorials, assessments, and intervention packs. Terms Dates & Holidays:  Centre Students will follow their own term dates. Virtual Students may decide when they take breaks.   Accreditation:  All our courses are accredited and accepted internationally and in SA. The GED is accredited by the US Council on Education, listed on the SAQA website, and accepted by our universities and Colleges. The American High School Diploma is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and accepted by our SA uni’s, also listed on the USAf website. Technical requirements:  Internet connection, device with a minimum of 1.6 1.60GHz processor. (laptop/pc/tablet/iPad), headphones or earphones. Registration with the Department of Education: Please be reminded that it is the responsibility of the parent to register their child/children as home schoolers with the DoE.  This only applies to students who are still of compulsory school-going age (7 – 15).  See the webpage of Pestalozzi Trust for more info on this:  https://pestalozzi.org/en/4-steps-to-start-homeschooling/ I hope this has been helpful. Please feel free to contact me should you need any further assistance. Feel free to use our WhatsApp number @ 084 685 2138 (Haelene) for a speedy response should you have any other questions. Contact the Educ8 SA Team today! info@educ8sa.net www.educ8sa.com 084 685 2138

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Online Education for Homeschoolers and Cottage schools

Educ8 SA+ is a brand new premium package of Educ8 SA. We offer international & accredited curriculums with the added benefit of completely virtual supervision and assistance, guidance for choosing curriculum and career paths, and biweekly reporting with daily attendance tracking. Our excellent daily attendance and academic time tracker functions to hold students accountable and keep them on track. Our bi-weekly report gives you a comprehensive and overall insight to your student’s progress and learning trajectory. We also offer language courses and a wide array of career/skill building courses. Virtual meetings on any matter or topic relating to our students’ progress and academics are readily available to all parents and students. What we believe We here at Educ8 SA+ believe in offering a consistent, tried and tested solution to parents who are concerned about not giving enough oversight and/or are too busy to give their homeschooled students the time and attention necessary to reach their full potential. What we aim for The homeschool/self-school journey, as wonderful as it is, is often overwhelming, leading parents and students to be stressed out and far from as focused, efficient, and productive as they can be. Instead of the often seen scenario where students have a great curriculum, but with no structure, they end up never reaching or achieving their full potential. We avoid that by providing structure, oversight, discipline, and a set calendar and schedule. School holidays and public holidays are stipulated on our Educ8 SA+ school calendar. Additional pros when choosing Educ8 SA+ We offer you, through our curriculum providers, the SAT prep course and micro courses. These courses are part of our scheduled learning paths to widen our student’s knowledge and to grow and develop their interests. There are many courses that students can complete and will pay for at the end once they have committed to obtaining the accreditation, wanting the credits and certificate that these courses offer. Should you want to complete any of these courses (terms and conditions apply) for self enrichment only, there are many courses that you have no obligation to pay for if you do not want the credits and certificate.  Every Friday, we give our students a break from scheduled school work. Don’t get too excited, this is not an OFF day. Educ8 SA+ uses Fridays as an opportunity to encourage and reward students for self improvement. Fridays are when students get the time to do courses and learn new skills that will help them open doors in their bright futures.  Zoom meetings or phone calls are available to our students should they need guidance on matters such as proper note taking, motivation, self-discipline, time management, etc. We firmly believe in not only corrective supervision, but adding to our students “toolbox” of life skills. This is done through interaction with our students via motivational conversations, virtual meetings, and 2 webinars every month on topics of self-improvement & self enrichment. Let’s talk fees  GR K – 8 (age 14 and under): R700 p/m  GR 9 -12 & GED: R800 p/m  Let us know if this piques your interest!  For more queries and information feel free to email us at premium@educ8sa.net.  Warmest of regards, Educ8 SA+ Team 

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