A creative arts teacher from Apex High School in Eersterivier, has had the social media buzzing with his concept of incorporating dancing into his learners academic day.

Florance Vermeulen teaches young learners in a community on the Cape Flats that is notorious for gang violence and social ills. He says dancing helps with productivity and has a positive influence in his learners lives and helps those who struggle to express themselves verbally.

Education Beyond 94 talks about talks about the implementation of alternative learning methods and how student’s response to music as a learning mechanism within the classroom. We also discuss how Mr. Vermeulen started his career as a teacher, what a typical day looks like for him and his nomination for best teacher award.

Guest: Florance Marshall Antonio Vermeulen, Educator