SUBJECT VARIANCE

Use the largest subject variance (shown on DDD’s Achievement tab) to see which subjects may be rejected in terms of SBA. Subjects in any grade that fall outside the preferred variance, may indicate the need to tighten moderation at a school level.

Having started his journey as a Social Sciences and English teacher in 2000, Azwinndini Mabuda today plays a crucial role in supporting teachers and schools to strengthen curriculum delivery and learner achievement in Gauteng. What has transformed his work as a senior education specialist in recent years, however, is the power of data.

“At first, I didn’t really understand the value of the DDD Dashboard,” he admits. “But once I was trained, I realised that I cannot do justice to my work without it.” Using the dashboard, Mabuda identifies challenges before visiting schools, whether it’s a teacher struggling with a topic or learners progressing into a grade without adequate foundations. This foresight enables him to provide targeted support, allocate resources effectively, and work alongside teachers to craft meaningful interventions.

For him, data isn’t about numbers, it’s about people. It’s about helping a teacher rediscover their confidence, or guiding learners toward breakthroughs that once felt out of reach.

Beyond academics, Mabuda believes education also builds identity and purpose. By encouraging visits to notable sites like the Apartheid Museum, he helps learners to connect with South Africa’s rich heritage, reminding them that history isn’t only in textbooks, but alive all around them.