TPN2602
TEACHING PRACTICE II BEd (Intermediate Phase:
GRADES 4 – 6)
ASSIGNMENT 50: PORTFOLIO
,QUESTION ONE – CONTEXTUAL QUESTIONNAIRE
1. School Description
I completed my practical teaching at a public primary school located in a semi-
urban township in South Africa. The school has been in existence for over 30
years and serves learners from predominantly working-class families in the
surrounding community. The school has approximately 850 learners enrolled,
with 25 teachers and two administrative staff members. It offers Grades R to 7,
and the Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT) is English, although
many learners speak African languages such as isiZulu, Sesotho, and
Xitsonga at home. The school has basic facilities, including 20 classrooms, a
computer lab with limited devices, a library, a small sports field, and an
administration block. While resources are modest, the school leadership
strives to create a supportive learning environment through community
engagement and partnerships.
2. Classroom Description
The classroom where I did my practical teaching was a moderately sized
room that accommodated about 40 learners. It was equipped with desks,
chairs, a chalkboard, and a teacher’s workstation. There were a few posters
on the walls that displayed learning content, such as multiplication tables and
reading strategies, which created a visually engaging atmosphere. The
classroom had good ventilation and adequate natural light, although it lacked
modern teaching technology like smartboards. The available teaching support
materials included textbooks, workbooks, and some manipulatives for
mathematics. Despite the limited resources, the atmosphere was positive and
warm, with learners showing respect for their peers and teachers.
3. Learner Description
The learners I taught were in Grade 4, with approximately 38 learners in the
class. Most learners were eager to learn and demonstrated a good level of
readiness, although there were a few who needed extra support due to
learning difficulties or language barriers. The learners came from diverse
home environments; many lived in households with limited financial resources,
and some relied on the school’s nutrition programme for daily meals.
Participation levels varied, with some learners being very active during
lessons while others were more reserved. Group work and interactive
activities helped improve engagement and participation for all learners.
,4. Mentor/Subject Teacher Description
My mentor teacher was an experienced educator with over 15 years of
teaching in the Foundation and Intermediate Phases. She demonstrated a
deep understanding of the curriculum and effective classroom management
strategies. She was approachable, supportive, and provided clear guidance
throughout my teaching practice. She shared valuable tips on lesson planning,
learner assessment, and differentiation strategies. Her mentorship was
instrumental in helping me grow as a teacher, as she encouraged reflection
after each lesson and offered constructive feedback to improve my
instructional skills.
QUESTION 2 – OBSERVING EXPERIENCED TEACHERS
TPN2602/103/2025
Lesson Teacher
No. Subject Lesson Topic
Date Signature
Life
1 Teamwork and Collaboration 21/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
2 Communication Skills 22/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
3 Conflict Resolution 23/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
4 Time Management 24/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
5 Decision Making 25/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
6 Emotional Intelligence 26/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
7 Goal Setting 27/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
8 Study Skills 28/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
9 Self-Discipline 29/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
10 Leadership Skills 30/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
11 Peer Pressure 31/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
12 Health and Hygiene 01/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
13 Stress Management 02/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
14 Decision-Making in Groups 03/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
, Lesson Teacher
No. Subject Lesson Topic
Date Signature
Life
15 Ethics and Values 04/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
16 Problem-Solving Skills 05/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
17 Time and Priority Management 06/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
18 Building Self-Confidence 07/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life Team Projects and
19 08/08/2025 L.D.
Skills Collaboration
Life Reflection and Personal
20 09/08/2025 L.D.
Skills Growth
Lesson Observation 1
TPN2602/103/2025
Date: 21/07/2025
Grade: 5
Subject: Life Skills
Number of learners in class: 30
Lesson topic: Teamwork and Collaboration
Describe what the teacher did to introduce the lesson:
The teacher greeted learners warmly and asked them to share
experiences of working in teams during previous school projects.
She showed a short video clip about children collaborating to complete
a task.
The teacher explained the objective of the lesson: to understand the
importance of teamwork, cooperation, and effective communication in
achieving common goals.
What were the specific activities that the learners were involved in
during the lesson?
TEACHING PRACTICE II BEd (Intermediate Phase:
GRADES 4 – 6)
ASSIGNMENT 50: PORTFOLIO
,QUESTION ONE – CONTEXTUAL QUESTIONNAIRE
1. School Description
I completed my practical teaching at a public primary school located in a semi-
urban township in South Africa. The school has been in existence for over 30
years and serves learners from predominantly working-class families in the
surrounding community. The school has approximately 850 learners enrolled,
with 25 teachers and two administrative staff members. It offers Grades R to 7,
and the Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT) is English, although
many learners speak African languages such as isiZulu, Sesotho, and
Xitsonga at home. The school has basic facilities, including 20 classrooms, a
computer lab with limited devices, a library, a small sports field, and an
administration block. While resources are modest, the school leadership
strives to create a supportive learning environment through community
engagement and partnerships.
2. Classroom Description
The classroom where I did my practical teaching was a moderately sized
room that accommodated about 40 learners. It was equipped with desks,
chairs, a chalkboard, and a teacher’s workstation. There were a few posters
on the walls that displayed learning content, such as multiplication tables and
reading strategies, which created a visually engaging atmosphere. The
classroom had good ventilation and adequate natural light, although it lacked
modern teaching technology like smartboards. The available teaching support
materials included textbooks, workbooks, and some manipulatives for
mathematics. Despite the limited resources, the atmosphere was positive and
warm, with learners showing respect for their peers and teachers.
3. Learner Description
The learners I taught were in Grade 4, with approximately 38 learners in the
class. Most learners were eager to learn and demonstrated a good level of
readiness, although there were a few who needed extra support due to
learning difficulties or language barriers. The learners came from diverse
home environments; many lived in households with limited financial resources,
and some relied on the school’s nutrition programme for daily meals.
Participation levels varied, with some learners being very active during
lessons while others were more reserved. Group work and interactive
activities helped improve engagement and participation for all learners.
,4. Mentor/Subject Teacher Description
My mentor teacher was an experienced educator with over 15 years of
teaching in the Foundation and Intermediate Phases. She demonstrated a
deep understanding of the curriculum and effective classroom management
strategies. She was approachable, supportive, and provided clear guidance
throughout my teaching practice. She shared valuable tips on lesson planning,
learner assessment, and differentiation strategies. Her mentorship was
instrumental in helping me grow as a teacher, as she encouraged reflection
after each lesson and offered constructive feedback to improve my
instructional skills.
QUESTION 2 – OBSERVING EXPERIENCED TEACHERS
TPN2602/103/2025
Lesson Teacher
No. Subject Lesson Topic
Date Signature
Life
1 Teamwork and Collaboration 21/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
2 Communication Skills 22/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
3 Conflict Resolution 23/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
4 Time Management 24/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
5 Decision Making 25/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
6 Emotional Intelligence 26/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
7 Goal Setting 27/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
8 Study Skills 28/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
9 Self-Discipline 29/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
10 Leadership Skills 30/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
11 Peer Pressure 31/07/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
12 Health and Hygiene 01/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
13 Stress Management 02/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
14 Decision-Making in Groups 03/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
, Lesson Teacher
No. Subject Lesson Topic
Date Signature
Life
15 Ethics and Values 04/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
16 Problem-Solving Skills 05/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
17 Time and Priority Management 06/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life
18 Building Self-Confidence 07/08/2025 L.D.
Skills
Life Team Projects and
19 08/08/2025 L.D.
Skills Collaboration
Life Reflection and Personal
20 09/08/2025 L.D.
Skills Growth
Lesson Observation 1
TPN2602/103/2025
Date: 21/07/2025
Grade: 5
Subject: Life Skills
Number of learners in class: 30
Lesson topic: Teamwork and Collaboration
Describe what the teacher did to introduce the lesson:
The teacher greeted learners warmly and asked them to share
experiences of working in teams during previous school projects.
She showed a short video clip about children collaborating to complete
a task.
The teacher explained the objective of the lesson: to understand the
importance of teamwork, cooperation, and effective communication in
achieving common goals.
What were the specific activities that the learners were involved in
during the lesson?
