I am based in Fochville Gauteng and work at NWU Potchefstroom as the Unit for Open Distance Learning (UODL) Academic Manager: Faculty of Education. I played a main part in developing the Grade R programme, having insight in curriculum development processes and extensive knowledge of theoretical framing of teaching and learning. I was the Programme Leader for the Diploma in Grade R Teaching and the Programme Leader for ECCE, mainly responsible for the design, delivery and presentation of the degree and diploma in ECCE within the teacher education programmes delivered via distance learning. My research interests include Early Childhood Education as well as Educational Management. I am currently busy with her PhD Educational Management (UNISA). Theme: Management training for Foundation Phase Teachers that strive towards Principal positions: Case study in the North West Province.