EDS3701 Assignment 3 – FULL ANSWERS & REFERENCES (31 JULY 2025)

Description

EDS3701 Assignment 3 addresses the role of educators and school leaders in managing and responding to social issues that affect learners in South African schools. The assignment begins by identifying two major challenges—teenage pregnancy and substance abuse—and explains how these problems interfere with learners’ academic and emotional development.

The assignment then takes a deeper look at teenage pregnancy, examining its long-term effects on learners’ education and future prospects, including school dropout, poor performance, and limited job opportunities. It further explores the vital role teachers play in supporting pregnant learners by providing emotional guidance, academic flexibility, and referrals to appropriate school or community-based services.

Lastly, the assignment outlines how the school management team (SMT) can assist teachers who work with learners facing social challenges. This includes training, resource provision, establishing referral pathways, and fostering a school culture of inclusion and support.

The work is grounded in national policy documents and the EDS3701 study guide, and it reflects a thoughtful and professional understanding of social realities in South African education.