by Oxford University Press | Apr 13, 2016 | Schools News
Given the importance of visual aids in the classroom, many teachers create their own posters. In order for these to be effective teaching tools, adhere to the following tried and tested design principles. Convey one clear messageResist the temptation to cover an...
by Oxford University Press | Mar 24, 2016 | Higher Education News
Students, here is our list of the top 10 apps to make your life easier during exam prep and in everyday student life: RealCalc scientific calculator This app is for those who would rather forget their stationery behind than their phones. It is easy to use and...
by Oxford University Press | Mar 18, 2016 | Schools News
The Bill of rights states that every person has the right to choose, practise and develop their culture, language and religion, provided that the rights of others are respected when you do so. As we celebrate Human Rights Day this month, let’s look at some fascinating...
by Oxford University Press | Mar 15, 2016 | Dictionaries
For its Word Of The Year (WOTY) for 2015, the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) chose emoji. Say what? Isn’t that more than just a little ironic? That the revered OED – guardian, recorder and elucidator of the English language – should choose for its WOTY something not...
by Oxford University Press | Mar 14, 2016 | Schools News
Sure, wall posters are colourful and brighten up your classroom, but their educational potential far exceeds being a decorative piece of paper for your walls. Finding ways to effectively integrate posters into the teaching and learning process is essential in helping...
by Oxford University Press | Mar 4, 2016 | Higher Education News
If you’re interested in the publishing industry or simply want to have a closer look at Oxford University Press Southern Africa – look no further than our recurring Publisher Profile feature. Publisher Profiles are brief Q & A sessions with our Publishers...
by Oxford University Press | Mar 1, 2016 | Schools News
In 2015, Oxford, in partnership with the Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services, the Department of Basic Education and the South African Post Office, ran an exciting national artwork and creative writing stamp competition that involved learners in...
by Oxford University Press | Feb 24, 2016 | Higher Education News
The entrepreneurs, employees, managers and leaders of the future need to think on their feet. To be effective in their careers, they’ll need quickly to weigh up situations, clearly motivate for and present their points of view, and apply the theory and skills they...
by Oxford University Press | Feb 12, 2016 | Dictionaries
So you’ve bought your child age-appropriate dictionaries at various stages of his school career, supported his additional-language acquisition with bilingual dictionaries (as opposed to monolinguals), and even invested in a thesaurus. Your child writes beautiful...
by Oxford University Press | Feb 10, 2016 | Higher Education News
The Department of Higher Education and Training launched the ‘Decade of the Artisan’ to encourage the youth of South Africa to enroll for an artisan course at their local TVET college. The current average age of an Artisan is 55, which means that in a couple of years...