TV help for matrics

MATRIC students have a brand new daily source of information available to assist them with their studies thanks to SABC1.

The channel launched Matrics Uploaded, an educational programme from Mondays to Fridays at 2pm.

The one hour interactive and entertaining multimedia distance education show is supported by printable worksheets, DVD lessons, as well as web and mobile learning resources.

“Matrics Uploaded integrates core curriculum content into an entertaining game show for Grade 12s where a TV teacher teaches a lesson on an element of the curriculum and then quiz questions are based on the lesson,” said Simon Molaudzi, general manager at SABC Education.

The show is hosted by two hip young presenters – Amanda Manku and Nonhlanhla Ntuli – supported by a teacher presenter and postmatric tutors. It will also make provision for pupil participation and studio guests.

Extracts from the show, previews of upcoming shows and comments will also be placed on the Facebook fan page of Matrics Uploaded.

Matrics Uploaded is committed to providing curriculum focused and skills based learning for matrics, with a full course of multimedia lessons across seven core subjects: mathematics, physical science, English, business studies, accounting, maths literacy and life sciences.

“The show runs until the end of the year and will have downloadable content to assist educators in preparing lessons. It will also have study material intended for pupils. All of these will be available on www.sabc.co.za/matrics.

“SABC Education wants Matrics Uploaded to be the daily source of information and the shared hub for experiences around matric 2010,” Molaudzi said. - STAFF REPORTER