Key Concepts in Self-Awareness, Reflection, and Classroom Strategies

Question: Question 7 Self awareness, management, social, self management, emotions According to Daniel Goleman, emotional intelligence consists of four attributes: Blank 1 , Blank 2 , Blank 3 awareness and relationship Blank 4 . These qualities enable teachers to regulate their Blank 5 and interact positively with learners in diverse classroom contexts. Question 36 Reflective teaching focuses only on the teacher's personal life and not professional practice. a. False b. True Question 37 Problems, safe, flexible, purposeful, free A positive learning environment should be Blank 1 , Blank 2 Question 38 What is the purpose of using a talking stick in Grade R? a. To teach about Indigenous cultures b. To promote self-control and turn-taking c. As a disciplinary tool d. As a math manipulative Question 39 Future-focused guidance for improvement. Multi-perspective analys that leads to action. Thinking deeply about experiences to improve teaching. Safe, respectful, supportive and stimulating classroom. Action on Reflection to change practice. Match the concepts with their description Positive Learning Environment Reflective Practice Feedforward Reflective Teaching Critical Reflection Question 40 An example of assessment ‘for’ learning in Grade R is… a. recording a once-off score only. b. observing play, discussing goals with the child, and adjusting support accordingly. c. ranking learners by height. d. sending generic report comments. Question 41 Questioning,evaluating, problems, control, learning Critical reflection is more than simply saying “that went well” or “that went badly”; it involves actively Blank 1 and analyzing what happened with a view to Blank 2 from the experience, solving Blank 3 and taking Blank 4 of the situation. This process combines analysis, reflection, Blank 5 and examination of an issue from multiple perspectives. Question 42 Dynamic assessment involves continuously adapting judgments to meet the child’s needs. a. False b. True Question 43 Which planning move aligns with CAPS for Grade R PSW? a. three 15–20-minute focused slots across the week to address self-awareness. b. daily 60-minute written tests. c. one 2-hour lecture-style session weekly. d. no planned time for PSW. Question 44 What is the main purpose of Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle? a. To guide teachers through stages of reflection for deeper learning b. To provide a linear checklist for lesson planning c. To replace Kolb’s experiential learning cycle d. To assess learners’ emotional intelligence Question 45 Reflective practice involves complex thinking and should always be contextualised. a. False b. True Question 46 Self-regulation refers to being able to control one’s emotions and exercise self-discipline. a. False b. True Question 47 How does diversity relate to Grade R teaching? a. It refers only to racial differences b. It is not relevant in early childhood education c. It includes racial, language, and cultural differences d. It only matters in higher grades Question 48 Which statement about questioning is TRUE? a. It is purely a physical routine. b. It helps teachers and learners probe understanding and guide reflection. c. It focuses only on administrative tasks. d. It is unrelated to teaching. Question 49 Which of the following best explains ‘bridges to reflection’? a. Emotional challenges during reflection b. Physical spaces for reflection c. Strategies to overcome barriers to reflective practice d. Steps in Gibbs’ reflective cycle Question 50 Reflective practice helps teachers to become lifelong learners and improve their teaching. a. True b. False Question 51 Movement, coordination, fitness. Values, relationships, emotional health. Everyday concepts and world knowledge. Music, drama , visual expression. Life Skills supports language and mathematics. Match Life Skills sub-areas with their focus Integration Beginning Knowledge Personal & Social Well-being Creative Arts Physical Education Question 52 What is the main benefit of reflective practice for teachers? a. It reduces workload b. It impresses school administrators c. It leads to professional growth and improved teaching d. It increases salary Question 53 A practical bridge to reflection is to… a. ignore emotions in decisions. b. schedule short daily notes and discuss key issues with a mentor. c. assess only at term end. d. avoid feedback conversations. Question 54 What is the main reason for integrating emotional intelligence into the Grade R curriculum? a. To replace language teaching b. To promote holistic development and social skills c. To improve learners’ test scores d. To reduce the need for physical education Question 55 Guilt, judgment, constructive, arrogance, time. Teachers face challenges when implementing reflective practice, such as lack of Blank 1 , feelings of Blank 2 , professional Blank 3 , and fear of Blank 4 . Overcoming these barriers requires Blank 5 strategies, such as mentorship and continuous learning. Question 56 Diversity in Grade R classrooms refers only to language differences. a. True b. False Question 57 Inclusive education means providing equal access and support for all learners regardless of differences. a. False b. True Question 58 The Zone of Proximal Development refers to the gap between what a child knows and what they can learn with support. a. True b. False Question 59 What is the primary goal of critical reflection? a. To avoid making changes b. To follow a set routine c. To find faults in one's teaching d. To analyze issues from multiple perspectives Question 60 Which of the following is NOT a strategy for reflection mentioned in the study guide? a. Interviews b. Memorization c. Journaling d. Questioning Write the correct answers only and in order