Introduction

Adri du Toit is a researcher with education at heart. She is uniquely positioned to explore entrepreneurial learning and entrepreneurship education as part of teacher education and has been doing that for more than a decade. Du Toit’s interests and expertise in curriculum design, teacher education programmes and particularly Technology Education and Consumer Studies Education have been woven together into an interesting and innovative tapestry that contributes practical insights for improving and expanding learning in these areas. She has published widely on these aspects, served on numerous committees and presented on various occasions based on her expertise in these aspects. Du Toit is an associate professor and has supervised several postgraduate students to completion. Currently, Du Toit serves as the president of the South African Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (SAAFECS). She endeavours to support and engage the organisation’s members and educators in the field in the academic and research environment. She enjoys collaborating with researchers from across the globe, particularly, yet not exclusively, with academics who share the challenges and delights of developing education on the African continent.