Salesian Institute Youth Projects November 2020
Author: Salesian Life Choices
This Newsflash is brought to you by the Salesian Institute Youth Projects. Please visit our website for information about our programmes and opportunities on how you can make a difference in the lives of marginalised youth.
live a sustainable livelihood – education in the 21st century
The Salesian Institute Youth Projects Learn to Live School of Skills recently took part in the first-ever virtual World Education Week conference where 100 schools from across the globe were selected to speak on different topics related to learning in the 21st century. Learn to Live was one of only seven schools in South Africa invited to speak at the week-long event where we shared our insights on the implementation of project-based learning (PBL) as one of just a few schools in the country piloting this teaching methodology.
Essentially, project-based learning encourages learners to think interdependently, communicate with clarity, manage impulsivity, take responsible actions and apply past knowledge to new experiences as they explore real-world challenges and apply what they learn in a dynamic classroom environment; thereby effectively creating better work habits and attitudes toward learning, resulting in the long-term retention of skills.
PTRC-ZA Mid Term & Fial Assessments
Covid-19 delayed the Cohort 2 Intake midterm assessments from early 2020 to 12th to 16th October that took place at the VW Training Academy this year. The candidates achieved an overall outcome and a 95% success rate.
NEETS Employability Programme
A newly planned programme for NEETS ( youth ages 18 to 24, not in employment, education of further studies), will be launched early 2021.
The NEETS Work Readiness Programme will be a 12-month programme, with the aim to prepare the youth for a project-based world of work, focusing on what they can do rather than what they cannot while acknowledging the many challenges they face.
To increase employability and facilitate sustainable livelihoods.
Details and launch date will be made public soon.
Waves Of Change Programme preparing youth for the maritime industry
The Waves of Change Programme successfully assisted 461 youth this year to date through their help desk. 45% Of this year's participants have to date been successfully placed in employment.
This Newsflash is brought to you by the Salesian Institute Youth Projects. Please visit our website for information about our programmes and opportunities on how you can make a difference in the lives of marginalised youth.