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What NSFAS Students Should Know About Short Courses

Learning online works best when you know a few simple things before you start. At Boekrak Learning we hear the same questions from new students every month, so here are the answers. First, you do not need a laptop. A phone with a decent screen is enough for most of our courses. Second, you can download lessons on Wi-Fi and watch them later to save data.
Plan for load shedding, and never let one bad evening stop your week. Johan Smit
Finally, tell your lecturer early if you fall behind. Our team would much rather help you catch up than see you quietly give up.
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Close-up of an online lecturer's Stellenbosch desk: smartphone propped on a stand, headphones, handwritten study notes,

Why local lecturers matter

A lecturer who lives in Stellenbosch knows what your first job interview looks like. They know which skills local employers ask for. At Boekrak Learning, our lecturers answer questions in plain language and reply on WhatsApp or email within a day. That makes a big difference when you study alone at night.

Small habits that help you learn

Set aside thirty minutes a day instead of one long weekend session. Write down one question after each lesson and send it to your lecturer. Review your notes before you start the next lesson. Short, regular effort builds real skill and keeps you going.

4 Comments

  1. Good article for teachers. The advice on moving lessons online is clear and easy to follow. I will try it with my Grade 9 learners.

  2. Helpful read for students and lecturers alike. The points on mobile learning in our schools matched what I see every day. Well done.

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