Section A (20) 1. Engaging with Texts Critically as a Teacher (10) 2. Five Writing Processes Explained (10) Section B (40) 1. Analyzing Texts: Teaching Learners to Categorize (10) 2. Incidenta

### Section A #### Question 1 ##### 1.1 Engaging with Texts Critically (10) Engaging with texts critically involves much more than simply reading and understanding the surface content. This process requires analyzing, questioning, and evaluating the text to gain deeper insights. 1. **Questioning the Author**: A teacher can ask questions about the author's intent, perspective, and credibility. For example, when reading a history text, the teacher might question the author's bias or the sources they used to present the historical facts. 2. **Comparing and Contrasting**: To understand a topic thoroughly, a teacher can compare the viewpoints presented in different texts. For instance, in a discussion about climate change, comparing articles from scientists with contrasting opinions can provide a more rounded perspective. 3. **Identifying Assumptions**: Analyzing what assumptions the author makes can reveal underlying beliefs that may not be explicitly stated. For example, a text on economic policy might assume that all economic actors have perfect information, which is rarely the case in real life. 4. **Evaluating Evidence**: The strength and reliability of the evidence provided can significantly affect the credibility of the text. A scientific paper with data from a controlled experiment might be more reliable than an opinion piece based on anecdotal evidence. 5. **Reflecting on Relevance**: A teacher can assess how relevant the text's content is to the subject matter being taught. For example, when preparing notes on modern technology for a computer science class, a text discussing outdated technologies might not be relevant. 6. **Synthesizing Information**: Bringing together information from different sources to form a comprehensive view is crucial. When writing an assignment on educational theories, synthesizing information from multiple educational theorists can provide a richer understanding. 7. **Checking for Logical Consistency**: Ensuring that the arguments presented in the text are logically consistent and free from fallacies. For example, if a text on public policy argues that tax cuts will increase revenue without presenting a logically consistent argument, it should be critically analyzed. 8. **Considering Context**: Understanding the context in which the text was written helps to better understand its content and relevance. A literature text written during the Victorian era might have values and norms that differ from modern-day society. 9. **Assessing Impact**: Evaluating the potential impact of the text’s arguments or findings. For instance, analyzing a research study in medicine requires considering how its findings could affect patient care. 10. **Relating to Prior Knowledge**: Reflecting on how the text relates to what is already known about a subject. This helps to either confirm or challenge existing knowledge, providing a deeper understanding of the topic. ##### 1.2 The Process of Writing (10) 1. **Prewriting**: This is the planning stage where ideas are brainstormed, and an outline is created. It's essential for organizing thoughts and structuring the content. For example, mapping out the main points of an essay on environmental conservation. 2. **Drafting**: At this stage, the ideas from the outline are developed into full sentences and paragraphs. The focus is on getting ideas down on paper without worrying too much about perfection. For example, writing the first draft of a research paper. 3. **Revising**: This involves reviewing the draft to improve the content, structure, and flow. It's essential to refine arguments, clarify ideas, and make the writing more coherent. For example, rearranging paragraphs to ensure a logical progression of ideas in an argumentative essay. 4. **Editing**: Here, the focus is on correcting grammatical errors, punctuation, and spelling mistakes. This step ensures that the writing is polished and professional. For example, using a grammar-checking tool to find and correct errors in a report. 5. **Publishing**: The final step is sharing the completed work with the intended audience. This can be through printing, sharing online, or submitting an assignment. For example, submitting a finalized project to a teacher or publishing an article on a blog. ### Section B #### Question 2 ##### 2.1 Analyzing Texts (10) To teach learners how to analyze texts, I might focus on the following aspects: 1. **Theme**: Identify the central theme or main idea of the text. For instance, the theme of perseverance in "The Little Engine That Could." 2. **Characters**: Analyze the main characters, their motivations, and their development throughout the story. For example, discussing the character development of Harry Potter across the series. 3. **Setting**: Examine the time and place where the story occurs and how it influences the plot. For example, the setting of a dystopian future in "The Hunger Games" and its impact on the storyline. 4. **Plot Structure**: Identify the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution of the text. For example, mapping out the plot structure of "Cinderella." 5. **Literary Devices**: Point out the use of metaphors, similes, alliteration, and other literary devices. For example, identifying the use of metaphors in Robert Frost's poetry. ##### 2.2 Incidental vs. Explicit Learning (10) - **Incidental Learning**: This is unintentional or unplanned learning that occurs without formal instruction. It often happens through everyday experiences. - **Example**: A child learns to use a new word correctly by hearing their parents use it in conversation. - **Explicit Learning**: This involves structured and intentional teaching, focusing on specific skills or knowledge. - **Example**: A teacher explicitly instructs students on the rules of grammar during a language lesson. ##### 2.3 Obstacles in the Reading Process (10) 1. **Lack of Vocabulary Knowledge**: Students may struggle to understand texts if they do not know many of the words used. For instance, reading a science article filled with technical terminology can be challenging. 2. **Disinterest in the Topic**: If students are not interested in the subject matter, they are less likely to engage with the text. For example, a student not interested in history may find it difficult to focus on a historical novel. 3. **Reading Anxiety**: Anxiety can interfere with a student's ability to concentrate and comprehend what they're reading. For example, a student who is nervous about being called on to read aloud may struggle to understand the text. ##### 2.4 Engaging Learners with Reading Materials (10) ###### 2.4.1 Selecting Relevant Reading Materials 1. **Interest Surveys**: Conduct surveys to find out what topics interest your learners. Use this information to select reading materials that align with their interests. 2. **Diverse Genres**: Offer a variety of genres to cater to different tastes. Include fiction, non-fiction, poetry, graphic novels, etc. 3. **Age-Appropriate Content**: Ensure the reading materials are suitable for the age and reading level of your learners. 4. **Relatable Themes**: Choose stories and articles with themes that students can relate to their own experiences. 5. **Interactive Elements**: Include books with interactive elements, like questions, activities, or multimedia links, to keep learners engaged. ### Section C #### Question 3 ##### Convincing Mr. Shabalala on Bloom's Taxonomy (20) 1. **Structured Learning Objectives**: Bloom’s taxonomy provides a structured framework that helps teachers create clear and achievable learning objectives. This ensures that lessons are goal-oriented and progress logically from basic to advanced levels of understanding. For example, starting with remembering facts (e.g., defining a noun) and progressing to creating complex sentences using various parts of speech. 2. **Promoting Higher-Order Thinking**: Teachers can use Bloom’s taxonomy to encourage higher-order thinking skills such as analyzing, evaluating, and creating. These skills are essential for deep learning and critical thinking. For instance, in a science class, students might start by understanding basic concepts (remembering), then move on to conducting experiments (applying), and finally designing their own experiments (creating). 3. **Assessment Alignment**: Bloom’s taxonomy helps in aligning assessments with learning objectives. This ensures that tests and quizzes accurately measure what students are expected to learn. For instance, a math test might include questions ranging from basic calculations (remembering) to solving real-world problems (applying) and developing new problem-solving methods (creating). 4. **Differentiated Instruction**: The taxonomy allows teachers to differentiate instruction based on students’ varied learning abilities and needs. For example, while advanced students work on projects that require critical thinking (evaluating), others can focus on foundational activities (understanding and applying). 5. **Feedback and Improvement**: Using Bloom’s taxonomy, teachers can provide targeted feedback that helps students understand their strengths and areas for improvement. For example, feedback can guide students from merely recalling information to analyzing and synthesizing new ideas. ##### Short Story for Grade 2 Learners **Introduction (5)** Once upon a time, in a tiny village at the edge of a magical forest, lived a curious little boy named Jack. Jack loved to explore and find new adventures every day. His favorite spot was the big oak tree at the center of the village, where he believed the tree held secrets of the past. **Body (10)** One sunny afternoon, Jack noticed a small door at the base of the oak tree that he had never seen before. His heart raced with excitement. He opened the door cautiously and found a spiral staircase leading down into the ground. With a lantern in hand, Jack descended the stairs and found himself in a hidden room filled with ancient books, maps, and glittering treasures. In the center of the room stood an old, wise owl named Oliver. "Welcome, young Jack," hooted Oliver. "You have found the secret library of the oak tree, a place that holds the knowledge and stories of our village." Jack was amazed and eager to learn more. **Conclusion (5)** Every day after school, Jack visited the secret library. He read about heroes, learned about the stars, and even found spells to help his friends and family. Jack’s discovery became a treasure for the whole village, and he never stopped exploring, knowing that every new adventure awaited just around the corner. **Total: 100** --- ### ADDENDUM B: ACADEMIC HONESTY DECLARATION I understand what academic dishonesty entails and am aware of Unisa’s policies in this regard. I declare that this assignment is my own, original work. Where I have used someone else’s work, I have indicated this by using the prescribed style of referencing. Every contribution to, and quotation in, this assignment taken from the work or works of other people has been referenced according to this style. I have not allowed, and will not allow, anyone to copy my work to pass it off as his or her work. I have not made use of another student’s work and submitted it as my own. 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