SAARMSTE

Applications for the 24th SAARMSTE Research School close 18 April 2026 📍 Kopanong Hotel & Conference Centre | 💻 Hybrid 📅 29 June – 2 July 2026 PhD & ECRs encouraged to apply 🔗 saarmste.org/research-schoo…

Teacher Education Network invites scholars, teacher educators, and practitioners to engage with the theme of reimagining STEM education toward more inclusive, contextually responsive futures.

SAARMSTE invites you to apply for the 2026 Research School. 📅 29 June – 2 July 2026🏛️ Hybrid (Online & In-person) 📍 Kopanong Hotel & Conference Centre 🧑‍🏫 Hosted by Wits School of Education ⏰ Deadline to apply: 18 April 2026 ✅ Apply now → saarmste.org/research-schoo…

Congratulations! We proudly congratulate Prof. Ernest Mazibe on his recent promotion to Associate Professor in Science and Technology Education at UNISA. We wish you continued impact and excellence in your work! He also leads a RIG on Teacher Learning and Development.

Today, SAARMSTE concluded its 34th Annual Conference. The conference was marked by a high level of scholarly engagement and rigorous professional dialogue. We extend our best wishes for safe travel to all delegates returning home.

The SAARMSTE community extends its heartfelt congratulations to Professor Marissa Rollnick on her distinguished recognition in acknowledgement of exceptional service

Day 3: Some of the highlights...

In closing the day 2, Professor Brodie launched a book titled Mathematics Teacher Development in South Africa through Professional Learning Communities.

Day 2 of the SAARMSTE conference #UJ #SAARMSTE #STEMEducation

Day 1 highlights 📷📷: Professor Knut Neumann (Professor of Physics Education at the Christian-Albrechts-University, Kiel, German) presented a plenary on “AI in supporting Learning and instruction in science classes”

Day 1 highlight📷📷:Professor Ngila (Visiting Professor, University of Johannesburg, Department of Chemical Sciences) offered a plenary talk on “Why it matters for African women to be in STEM”

Day 1 highlight: Professor Cole presented a plenary on “story-telling practices of mathematics education”

Day 1 of the SAARMSTE conference started in high spirits as we were graced by the presence of the Honourable Minister DBE. In the picture, Prof Petersen (Exec Dean of Education), Hon Siviwe Gwarube (Minister of Basic Education), Prof Mpedi (UJ VC) and Dr Chauraya (SAARMSTE Pres.)

Excited delegates! Just 2 days until SAARMSTE 2026 kicks off at the University of Johannesburg. Get ready to reimagine STEM Education with us. See you on the 19th! #SAARMSTE2026 #STEMFuture

Do not miss out: saarmste.org/conference-reg…

The KZN Chapter will hold its 3rd Annual Seminar. Please take note of the date and meeting details below for your information. 📷📷📷

Congratulations, Prof Doras Sibanda The SAARMSTE warmly congratulates Professor Doras Sibanda on her well-deserved promotion. Prof Sibanda, an active SAARMSTE member, continues to make a remarkable impact through her research and community engagement at the UKZN 📷