The relationship between the career aspirations and academic achievement of Grade 12 learners in the Khomas region of Namibia
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2017
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University of Namibia
Abstract
The core aim of this research study was to enlighten the relevant parties (such as the government, schools, parents and learners) within the education system, of the perceived opinions as well as the perceived barriers that Grade 12 learners experience regarding
their career aspirations. These career aspirations exert a significant influence on the learners¢ career choices. This research study was embedded in a quantitative method. The research instruments consisted of two separate parts, namely a researcher-designed
questionnaire and secondary data which were the academic achievements (reports) of every individual learner. The Pearson correlation was used to determine a possible relationship between the learners’ academic achievement and the requirements of the
careers to which they aspired. It was found that there was a low positive correlation between the two variables. Another finding, however, exposed the fact that the majority of learners did not make a successful match between their academic achievements and
the minimum requirements for the careers to which they aspired. Additional factors, such as significant others as well as perceived barriers, had an influence on a learners’ career aspirations. The research investigation revealed that career aspirations were a
complex process and that several components interacted, such as the gender, socioeconomic status, significant others, time and most importantly the academic achievements.
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A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Educational Psychology (Guidance and Counseling)
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Career aspirations, Academic achievement