State of the Seventh-Day Adventist Education in South Africa

This thesis-like-book, published out of the study conducted in the Cape Conference of the Seventh - day Adventist Church, asks tough research questions that appear to have occupied the Adventist community for years immemorial. It exposes and decries the plight of existing education and makes propositions to resolve the problem. Some of the questions asked include: What is the understanding of the philosophy of Adventist education and its method of application in South Africa? Is the Adventist Education System unique to the world education? Does the content and quality of education in the Adventist schools prepare one for the job market and for life? Are the Adventist schools supplying what is relevant to the job markets and also providing a skills mix that can meet labour demands? Are Adventist schools in South Africa aligned from primary to tertiary levels? What quality assurance measures are needed to be put in place and also possible mechanisms to improve the Adventist Education System? The book unravels these questions and in doing so, it sets out solid benchmarks and compelling reasons to uphold the Adventist philosophy of education. The three seasoned research experts confess that working well together to achieve their burning desires was not about geo-proximities and gimmicks, but rather their willingness and resilience to confront the harsh reality that is robbing them of fulfilling the ambitions of the Adventist philosophy of education as the beacon of hope for today s generation and those to come. When hearts long to understand Scripture; when Corporate America looks for great leaders; when business looks for exceptional recruits; when hurting, broken-hearted people need unconditional acceptance, love and care; when TV stations and Time Magazine want to do specials on strong marriages, familial ties and unique lifestyles; when industries scan the globe on innovations and creative genius; the brand Seventh - day Adventist should come to mind immediately . It is now time that our ranks are filled with the Ellen G Whites, Mother Teresas, Albert Einsteins and Wangari Maathais of this world!