Persuasive Arguments and Career Decisions Among Grade 12 Learners in Selected Secondary Schools in South Africa

The study examined persuasive arguments and adjustment in career decisions among grade 12 learners in selected secondary schools in South Africa. Persuasive Arguments theory guided the research. The design adopted in this research was a multiple case study. The participants comprised 14 learners in grade 12 in two selected secondary schools in South Africa. Data was collected using Focus Group Discussions. Thematic analysis framework was used in data analysis. The findings indicated that persuasive arguments in the form of new information, knowledge from other learners and original information influenced career adjustment among learners. The implication of this finding is that universities reconsider training teacher counsellors on career paths and subject requirements to equip them with the best knowledge on varied careers. Keywords: Persuasive Arguments, Career Decisions, Secondary Schools, South Africa