Understanding the national curriculum in South Africa -- Foundations for effective teaching and learning -- A framework for quality teaching and learning -- Planning for quality teaching and learning -- Reflecting on quality teaching and learning; Using direct instruction as a teaching strategy -- Using discussion as a teaching strategy -- Using small-group work as a teaching strategy -- Using co-operative learning as a teaching strategy -- Using problem solving as a teaching strategy -- Using inquiry as a teaching strategy -- Using case study as a teaching strategy -- Using role play as a teaching strategy -- Using writing as a teaching strategy -- Assessment principles.