
Assessing the Effective Teaching Strategies Used
by Teachers in Overcrowded Economics Grade 12: A Case Study of a School in the OR Tambo Coastal Education District, South Africa
Issue: Vol. 6 No. 12 2025 Article 4 pp. 1345 – 1354
DOI : https://doi.org/10.38159/jelt.20256128 | Published online 30th December, 2025.
© 2025 The Author(s). This is an open access article under the CCBY license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).
Keywords: Overcrowded Classrooms, Effective Teaching Strategies, Grade 12 Economics, Differentiated Instruction, Classroom Management.
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Ms. Nomaphelo Gwebinkumbi holds a Bachelor of Education (BEd) specialising in Accounting and Economics, as well as a BEd Honours in Educational Management and Policy. She is currently pursuing a Master of Education at Walter Sisulu University, where she serves as a Grow Your Own Timber (GYOT) intern. Her academic trajectory and professional endeavors demonstrate a dedication to educational development and community engagement. In her role as an intern, she makes significant contributions to the university’s initiatives aimed at empowering youth and enhancing access to quality education. Through her work, she aims to foster sustainable educational practices and advocate for the enhancement of learning environments in her community.
Mr. Motsi Qoyi is a passionate and experienced lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Walter Sisulu University. He holds a Bachelor of Education (BEd) specializing in Economics and Business Studies, a BEd Honours in Educational Management and Policy, and a Master of Education. With over 4 years of experience in higher education, Mr. Qoyi is committed to training and mentoring future educators to meet the diverse needs of South African classrooms. His teaching philosophy emphasizes learner-centered approaches and the integration of technology into teaching and learning. Mr. Qoyi’s research interests include inclusive education, teacher professional development, and curriculum adaptation for diverse learning environments. He has published several papers in peer-reviewed journals and presented his work at national and international conferences. His research contributes to addressing the challenges of education in marginalized communities, advocating for equity and access in education. In addition to his academic responsibilities, Mr. Qoyi is actively involved in community engagement projects, working with local schools to improve literacy outcomes and promote teacher capacity building. He is a member of the South African Education Research Association (SAERA). Mr. Qoyi’s dedication to education and his impact on teacher training make him a valuable member of the academic community at Walter Sisulu University.
Gwebinkumbi, Nomaphelo, and Motsi Qoyi. “Assessing the Effective Teaching Strategies Used by Teachers in Overcrowded Economics Grade 12: A Case Study of a School in the OR Tambo Coastal Education District, South Africa.” Journal of Education and Learning Technology 6, no. 12 (2025): 1345 – 1354. https://doi.org/10.38159/jelt.20256128.
© 2025 The Author(s). Published and Maintained by Noyam Journals. This is an open access article under the CCBY license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).
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