Our voice counts: adolescents’ view on their future
The research explores the future perspectives of South African adolescents amidst societal challenges like poverty, unemployment, and crime, revealing a general optimism and desire for success despite the ailing education system.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: |
South African Journal Of Education |
| Authors: | Gerrit Kamper, Jo Badenhorst, Miemsie Steyn |
| Geographic focus: | South Africa, Sri Lanka |
Methods
The research method involved a questionnaire survey of 1,326 adolescents from various socio-economic backgrounds in South Africa. The survey aimed to capture the adolescents' views on their future in the country, considering the impact of societal problems and the education system.
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Key Insights
This study examines the impact of societal problems on the future outlook of South African adolescents. Using an eco-systemic model, it argues that despite severe societal issues, adolescents maintain a spirit of optimism and independence. The empirical investigation involved 1,326 adolescents from diverse socio-economic backgrounds and revealed a non-racial generation with strong career and social expectations. However, the education system poses a significant barrier to their aspirations.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: English publication language | South Africa geographic scope | Sri Lanka geographic scope | adolescents | adolescents; future expectations; societal problems; youth | education system | future expectations | futures | hiv/aids | independence | optimism | poverty | societal problems | unemployment | violent crime