Wellness day at Oxford University Press
On 7 March 2024, our quarterly wellness day centered around the theme “Rest, Recharge, Reset.” With this theme in mind and a holistic approach, various activities were planned. From stress management topic-talk and a yoga class to virtual-reality massages and a...
Karen Simpson appointed as Managing Director Africa at Oxford University Press
Oxford University Press would like to announce the appointment of Karen Simpson as Managing Director for Africa from 1 October 2023. Prior to her appointment, Karen was the Product Director at Oxford University Press and has spent the last 15 years of her career in...
Celebrating our Diverse Cultures and Backgrounds
Karen Simpson, Managing Director—Africa, on how teams across Africa were invited to showcase their diversity during their recent Africa Quarterly Update. In South Africa, September is Heritage Month when South Africans celebrate our many different cultures and remind...Labour Relations 6e
Chapter 7: Contract of employment Preview Chapter 7: Restraint of trade Preview Chapter 8: Final written warning Preview Chapter 8: Grievance procedure Preview Chapter 8: Verbal warning Preview Chapter 8: Written warning Preview Chapter 13: Case study...Preparing for the Classroom of the Future in South Africa
Oxford University Press recently held four digital launch events to engage schools with our digital product offerings The aim of the event programme was to engage with educators and government officials, and to showcase our developments in digital. Over 400 teachers,...Everyday Stories of Climate Change SA
When we talk about climate change, we often use abstract ideas such as the planet is warming, global sea levels are rising or rainfall is becoming more unpredictable. But, how do these changes actually impact the daily lives of families across the world? In this...Explore a world of literary adventures with Oxford Reading Buddy
Oxford Reading Buddy is more than just an educational resource. This digital product will spark curiosity, ignite imagination, and build lifelong love for reading. The product provides every child with a virtual reading coach to support their reading journey and...
Why do we need robotics in education?
Author Amielieja Terblanche speaks about role of Robotics in Education: Fostering Critical Thinking and Technological Literacy for an AI-Driven World With the fourth industrial revolution in full swing. Businesses are clear that they need workers that are analytical,...Programming Develops Skills
Author Shani Nunkumar provides her views on programming in education From my experience as a teacher of Computer Studies and advising on Information Technology (IT), I taught my learners with one motto:...
Reshaping Education through Coding & Robotics
Author Brian Dill Explores the Impact of Coding and Robotics on Student Development The field of programming and specifically coding and robotics is an immensely important one. As a veteran educator in the FET school environment I have taught both Information...The Audacious Experiment: The Mandela Rhodes Story
On 14th July, The Mandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF) hosted its 20th anniversary celebration, which took place at the Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town. This milestone also coincided with the 10th anniversary of the death of former president Nelson Mandela, the...Oxford’s Inaugural Maths Magazine: SUM IT UP
Discover engaging math stories and thought-provoking perspectives in Oxford’s inaugural math magazine, SUM IT UP. Explore the opportunities to enhance math learning and problem-solving skills. The inaugural issue of SUM IT UP features three different math...A Decade of Empowering Minds: The Oxford University Press and Mandela Rhodes Foundation 15 Year Partnership
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, collaborations that drive positive change and shape the future of education have never been more important. For over a decade, Oxford University Press (OUP) and the Mandela Rhodes Foundation (MRF) formed an innovative...Addressing South Africa’s Literacy Crisis: The Aweh! Intervention Programme for Early Grade Reading Improvement
Executive summary The white paper focuses on the literacy crisis in South Africa, as evidenced by the latest findings from the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) in 2021. The study revealed that 81% of Grade 4 learners in South Africa could not...Key advantages and positive outcomes associated with reading and writing in your mother tongue
The benefits of reading and writing in one’s mother tongue are numerous and profound. As the nation’s leading literacy publisher, Oxford University Press Southern Africa publishes books in all 11 official languages as well as the significance of our Oxford...Unleashing the Power of Hands-on Learning: Empowering Students for the Future
The human race has evolved rapidly over the past century – even more so in the last decade – with technology playing a crucial role in our co-existence and learning. Breakthroughs in material sciences and biology, leveraging the power of digitisation and information...AVBOB and Oxford University Press donated thousands of books to primary schools in South Africa
AVBOB in partnership with Oxford University Press Southern Africa marked their second year of the Road to Literacy trolley library campaign. The aim of the campaign was to instill a culture of reading and contribute to improving numeracy skills of primary school...Fostering a growth mindset in mathematics: Inspiring intern stories that add up
We all have a maths story. Our experiences with maths as a subject are usually either positive… or overwhelmingly negative. We asked three of our interns to share their perspectives on and experience with Mathematics. They delved into some inspirational food for...Beyond ABC – achieving true literacy with dictionaries
2023 has seen the launch of year two of AVBOB’s Road to Literacy campaign, in partnership with Oxford University Press South Africa. The campaign aims to contribute to improving literacy (reading) skills in children across the country by awarding underprivileged...
Oxford’s Annual Internship Programme
At Oxford University Press, we believe that knowledge is advanced through learning. That’s why we offer an internship programme that provides a great opportunity for individuals who are completing their qualification or have recently graduated to gain practical...
Sustainability at Oxford University Press
OUP is committed to being a responsible publisher, and to acting in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As a signatory to the SDG Publishers Compact, we have made a commitment to promote and acquire content that advocates for SDG...
Oxford’s Learning and Development Hub
At Oxford University Press, we believe in investing in the growth and development of our employees. We recognize that in today’s fast-paced world, continuous learning is essential for both personal and professional growth. That’s why we have created a...Oxford University Press’ Global Inclusion Programme
At Oxford University Press, education’s ability to transform lives is deeply ingrained in our beliefs. Our mission is to provide equal opportunities for everyone to access knowledge, regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances. This can only be achieved by...
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