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The study aims to explore the perceptions and practices of Early Childhood Development educators regarding Global Citizenship Education in South Africa.

May 24, 2026Gulf Education and Social Policy Review (GESPR)Open Access

Exploring Global Citizenship Education Practices among Early Childhood Development Educators in the Western Cape, South Africa

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The study aims to explore the perceptions and practices of Early Childhood Development educators regarding Global Citizenship Education in South Africa.
Qualitative design using semi-structured interviews with 10 early childhood educators
Thematic analysis to identify key findings regarding GCED practices
Exploration of how GCED is understood and integrated in early learning environments.
Educators navigate classroom diversity and interpret GCED through empathy and social responsibility.
There is a strong need for structured curriculum integration of GCED in ECD programs.
Challenges remain in addressing sensitive issues like race and religion without formal support.

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Qualitative study explores perceptions and practices of educators on global citizenship education in South Africa, indicating a need for formal policy support.

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Nyirenda et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a12949848a0ea1665670f20 https://doi.org/10.18502/gespr.v7i1.19876

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Qualitative study explores perceptions and practices of educators on global citizenship education in South Africa, indicating a need for formal policy support.

Exploring Global Citizenship Education Practices among Early Childhood Development Educators in the Western Cape, South Africa

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Exploring Global Citizenship Education Practices among Early Childhood Development Educators in the Western Cape, South Africa

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