| Autor: |
KUTAME, A. P., MALULEKE, M., NETSHANDAMA, V. O., RAMAKUELA, N. J. |
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African Journal for Physical, Health Education, Recreation & Dance; 2014 Supplement2, Vol. 1, p426-434, 9p |
| Abstrakt: |
In another study by the same researchers, a mental health promotion programme was implemented to teachers with the aim of improving and sustaining the quality of teaching and learning in dysfunctional rural schools. They recommended that a study be conducted to explore the effectiveness of mental health promotion approach in creating and sustaining the quality of teaching and learning in rural dysfunctional schools. The purpose of the study was to explore and describe the experiences of teachers on mental health promotion approach of creating a sustainable quality teaching and learning environment in rural schools. A qualitative design using essays was conducted with the participants consisting of teachers who were purposively selected. Teachers were requested to write essays narrating their experiences on the mental health promotion programme. Data were analysed using the open coding method. Results showed that through mental health promotion approach majority of teachers have benefitted to such extend that their self - worth and mental health have improved, and they have generally acquired skills to improve their quality of life and in a position to improve the quality of teaching and learning. The study concluded that if these teachers' teaching skills are improved, their mental health will be promoted. A mental healthy teacher can be motivated to improve and sustain the quality of teaching and learning at the schools. It is reccomended that a study be conducted to explore the impact mental health on teaching and learning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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