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Hannes Hattingh Hannes decided to go into maths because he loves the subject, and feels that the best part about it is being able to teach it. He has almost always been involved in teaching, starting from his first job, to being the Head of Department at a number of schools, and being the Principal at Riverside High in Vereeniging and PH Moeketsi Agricultural High School. His most amazing teaching experience was when two hundred learners from Sebokeng schools got together in one large room to receive help in preparation for their final school exams. Hannes remembers never having to tell anyone to pay attention or to keep quiet, as they were so eager to learn. Then he decided to open a restaurant and pub in Gordon’s Bay, which is also his favourite place in the world. His decision to join Master Maths was motivated by the fact that he wanted to get back into a teaching environment. His work involves proof reading, editing and translating modules and printed material. He also writes modules, notes and worksheets. His favourite part of his job is translating. Teaching is something that Hannes is extremely passionate about. He believes that a good teacher must have a passion to teach, and they must be able to make their students passionate about the subject. He defines the qualities that a good teacher/tutor should have as: compassion, warmth, being accessible to their learners and caring. It’s also very important that they should know the curriculum, grade plans and the modules that they need to cover with their learners. They should be able to discipline without being rude, and encourage learners to succeed by identifying gaps in an individual’s education. When Hannes isn’t working, he enjoys a good meal of steak and vegetables, reading, a walk along the beach, photography and wood work.
"A man would do nothing if he waited until he could do it so w ell that no one wo uld find fault w ith what he has do ne" - John Henry N
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In case you were wondering what Hannes’s qualifications are: Bsc, BComm, Bed and HED 16
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