CUS3701 2023
ASSIGNMENT 2
This assignment is compulsory and will contribute 40% towards your year mark. NO EXTENSION will be
granted! DO NOT copy the textbook! You MUST write in your own words. Submit your assignment online.
QUESTION 1
If a curriculum developer wants to prepare learners for the 21st century, which
knowledge and skills should be included, in particular for the diverse South
African context? These skills are listed under 1.2.5 in your textbook. Provide
an EXAMPLE of each of these competencies in your own words. [10]
QUESTION 2
It is of the utmost importance to give clear instructions on what is expected in
assessment. Learners will not be able to complete a task successfully if they
do not understand the question. Identify ten factors of effective questioning.
[10]
QUESTION 3
Your task is to write an essay in response to the following question:
As an interpreter and developer of the curriculum, it is insufficient for the
educator to give a narrow definition of the concept “curriculum”. There are
different definitions and aspects of curriculum.
Discuss this statement in an essay of 3-4 pages.
In your answer, describe the different ways of understanding curriculum and
how these different understandings relate in some ways to each other,
referring to the intended and enacted curriculum. Remember that curriculum,
both as prescription and in practice, is not neutral, but carries values and is a
political issue. On the one hand, the curriculum is seen as an intention, plan or
prescription, an idea of what one would like to happen in schools. On the other
hand, it is seen as the existing state of affairs in schools, what does in fact
happen. To illustrate your points, define a curriculum by referring to the
different aspects to be considered. [20]
, QUESTION 1
1. To prepare learners for the 21st century in the diverse South African
context, a curriculum developer should consider incorporating the
following knowledge and skills:
a. Digital Literacy: This includes the ability to use digital tools and
technology to communicate, access information, and create content. An
example of this competency would be teaching learners how to create
and share digital presentations using tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint
or Google Slides.
b. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: This involves analyzing and
evaluating information to make decisions and solve problems. An
example of this competency would be providing learners with real-life
scenarios and asking them to apply critical thinking skills to come up
with solutions to the problems presented.
c. Global Awareness: This involves understanding and appreciating
diverse cultures and perspectives. An example of this competency would
be exposing learners to different cultural practices and beliefs through
classroom activities and discussions.
d. Communication Skills: This includes the ability to effectively
communicate ideas and information both verbally and in writing. An
example of this competency would be teaching learners how to write
persuasive essays or how to deliver a persuasive speech.
e. Collaboration and Teamwork: This involves working effectively with
others to achieve a common goal. An example of this competency would
be assigning group projects that require learners to collaborate and work
together to complete a task.
f. Creativity and Innovation: This involves generating new ideas and
solutions to problems. An example of this competency would be
providing learners with opportunities to explore their creativity through
activities such as creative writing or art projects.
g. Emotional Intelligence: This includes the ability to identify and manage
one's own emotions as well as the emotions of others. An example of
this competency would be teaching learners how to recognize and
respond appropriately to different emotions in social situations.
ASSIGNMENT 2
This assignment is compulsory and will contribute 40% towards your year mark. NO EXTENSION will be
granted! DO NOT copy the textbook! You MUST write in your own words. Submit your assignment online.
QUESTION 1
If a curriculum developer wants to prepare learners for the 21st century, which
knowledge and skills should be included, in particular for the diverse South
African context? These skills are listed under 1.2.5 in your textbook. Provide
an EXAMPLE of each of these competencies in your own words. [10]
QUESTION 2
It is of the utmost importance to give clear instructions on what is expected in
assessment. Learners will not be able to complete a task successfully if they
do not understand the question. Identify ten factors of effective questioning.
[10]
QUESTION 3
Your task is to write an essay in response to the following question:
As an interpreter and developer of the curriculum, it is insufficient for the
educator to give a narrow definition of the concept “curriculum”. There are
different definitions and aspects of curriculum.
Discuss this statement in an essay of 3-4 pages.
In your answer, describe the different ways of understanding curriculum and
how these different understandings relate in some ways to each other,
referring to the intended and enacted curriculum. Remember that curriculum,
both as prescription and in practice, is not neutral, but carries values and is a
political issue. On the one hand, the curriculum is seen as an intention, plan or
prescription, an idea of what one would like to happen in schools. On the other
hand, it is seen as the existing state of affairs in schools, what does in fact
happen. To illustrate your points, define a curriculum by referring to the
different aspects to be considered. [20]
, QUESTION 1
1. To prepare learners for the 21st century in the diverse South African
context, a curriculum developer should consider incorporating the
following knowledge and skills:
a. Digital Literacy: This includes the ability to use digital tools and
technology to communicate, access information, and create content. An
example of this competency would be teaching learners how to create
and share digital presentations using tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint
or Google Slides.
b. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: This involves analyzing and
evaluating information to make decisions and solve problems. An
example of this competency would be providing learners with real-life
scenarios and asking them to apply critical thinking skills to come up
with solutions to the problems presented.
c. Global Awareness: This involves understanding and appreciating
diverse cultures and perspectives. An example of this competency would
be exposing learners to different cultural practices and beliefs through
classroom activities and discussions.
d. Communication Skills: This includes the ability to effectively
communicate ideas and information both verbally and in writing. An
example of this competency would be teaching learners how to write
persuasive essays or how to deliver a persuasive speech.
e. Collaboration and Teamwork: This involves working effectively with
others to achieve a common goal. An example of this competency would
be assigning group projects that require learners to collaborate and work
together to complete a task.
f. Creativity and Innovation: This involves generating new ideas and
solutions to problems. An example of this competency would be
providing learners with opportunities to explore their creativity through
activities such as creative writing or art projects.
g. Emotional Intelligence: This includes the ability to identify and manage
one's own emotions as well as the emotions of others. An example of
this competency would be teaching learners how to recognize and
respond appropriately to different emotions in social situations.
