FLT3701 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2023 - DUE 24 July 2023 Module Code: FLT3701 Assignment 2 FLT3701 FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE TEACHING IN THE FOUNDATION PHASE Question 1

FLT3701 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2023 - DUE 24 July 2023 Module Code: FLT3701 Assignment 2 FLT3701 FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE TEACHING IN THE FOUNDATION PHASE Question 1 1.1) I agree, using decoding works step by step. It does not automatically result in enhanced reading comprehension skills. We have to begin by developing learner’s vocabulary by explaining difficult or unknown words. Understanding the meaning of a text can be difficult at times. We can also find the meaning of a text through asking questions. Decoding involves reading, asking questions, giving answers which are meaningful and engaging in text on a deeper level which helps readers gain a deeper understanding of the themes or ideas in a text and evaluation of them. These are the steps that can be used to lead to an enhanced comprehension skill. 1.2) a- Phonological awareness- this refers to the ability to recognise the spoke parts of sentences and words, also the ability to identify words that rhyme, syllable or alliteration. It can enhance reading by not only hearing different sound but also manipulate sounds in words. Learners pick up on the rhyme of words and try to make sense of it or think of other words that rhyme with what they have read and can help them understand the meaning of the text better. b) Frame of reference- is how you interpret what you read. Teachers often introduce the information about time period or the author basically the world around the story. This enables learners to take a variety of information and process it based on our own experience. It promotes quick decision making. c) images and pictures- picture books are important part of learning how to read especially in young learners. Pictures make books fun to read and allows children to learn new words quickly. Learners also begin to associate the pictures with the text as the pictures makes it easy for them to gather what the text is. 1.3) The main aim for teaching English as a first additional language in the foundation phase is to be able to use English as a medium of instruction from grade four. Learners must have an above average knowledge of English as a first additional language in order to use it as a medium of instruction. Language of learning and teaching does not need knowledge of literature but of language so that learners can understand, speak English, read and write using English first additional language to study the subjects offered in the intermediate phase and higher phases. 1.4) Word calling is efficient word identification with a lack of comprehension. Barking at the print is engaging in decoding with little to no comprehension of what the text means