MFP2601
ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
DUE: 26 MARCH 2026 (MEMO)
,MFP2601 ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
DUE 26 MARCH 2026
QUESTION 1 (20)
Define the following concepts and explain how they apply to the Foundation
Phase.
1.1 Africanisation
Africanisation refers to the process of defining or interpreting African identity and
culture. It involves embracing African heritage and promoting African culture in
education (Learning Unit 2, p. 19).
In the Foundation Phase, Africanisation applies when teachers incorporate African
languages, indigenous stories, African values such as Ubuntu, and culturally relevant
examples into teaching. For example, a Grade 2 teacher may use African folktales
during literacy lessons or include African counting systems in Mathematics activities.
This promotes cultural identity and relevance in early learning. (MFP2601 Study Guide,
Learning Unit 2, p. 19; p. 51)
,1.2 Decolonisation
Although the term decolonisation is closely linked to Africanisation, it refers to the
process of removing colonial bias in education and replacing it with content that reflects
African realities and knowledge systems.
In the Foundation Phase, decolonisation applies when teachers move away from
Eurocentric examples and include local contexts in lessons. For example, instead of
teaching only Western nursery rhymes, Grade R learners may learn indigenous songs
and games. This ensures the curriculum reflects learners’ lived experiences.
(MFP2601 Study Guide, Learning Unit 2, p. 19; p. 51)
1.3 Curriculum Transformation
Curriculum transformation refers to changes made to the curriculum to ensure it is
relevant, inclusive, and aligned with national goals. In South Africa, this includes the
implementation of the National Curriculum Statement (NCS) and CAPS (Learning Unit
2, p. 20–21).
In the Foundation Phase, curriculum transformation ensures that teaching:
Promotes inclusivity
Reflects democratic values
Addresses diversity
, Supports equal access to education
For example, CAPS provides structured content for Grades R–3 to ensure standardised
quality education across schools.
(MFP2601 Study Guide, Learning Unit 2, p. 20–21; p. 61)
1.4 Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS)
Indigenous Knowledge Systems refer to local knowledge unique to a specific culture or
society. It includes traditions, customs, beliefs, and skills developed by communities
over time.
In the Foundation Phase, IKS applies when teachers uses
Traditional games
Indigenous stories
Local environmental knowledge
Cultural practices
For example, learners may learn about medicinal plants used in their communities
during Life Skills lessons.
(MFP2601 Study Guide, Learning Unit 2, p. 19; p. 51)
ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
DUE: 26 MARCH 2026 (MEMO)
,MFP2601 ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
DUE 26 MARCH 2026
QUESTION 1 (20)
Define the following concepts and explain how they apply to the Foundation
Phase.
1.1 Africanisation
Africanisation refers to the process of defining or interpreting African identity and
culture. It involves embracing African heritage and promoting African culture in
education (Learning Unit 2, p. 19).
In the Foundation Phase, Africanisation applies when teachers incorporate African
languages, indigenous stories, African values such as Ubuntu, and culturally relevant
examples into teaching. For example, a Grade 2 teacher may use African folktales
during literacy lessons or include African counting systems in Mathematics activities.
This promotes cultural identity and relevance in early learning. (MFP2601 Study Guide,
Learning Unit 2, p. 19; p. 51)
,1.2 Decolonisation
Although the term decolonisation is closely linked to Africanisation, it refers to the
process of removing colonial bias in education and replacing it with content that reflects
African realities and knowledge systems.
In the Foundation Phase, decolonisation applies when teachers move away from
Eurocentric examples and include local contexts in lessons. For example, instead of
teaching only Western nursery rhymes, Grade R learners may learn indigenous songs
and games. This ensures the curriculum reflects learners’ lived experiences.
(MFP2601 Study Guide, Learning Unit 2, p. 19; p. 51)
1.3 Curriculum Transformation
Curriculum transformation refers to changes made to the curriculum to ensure it is
relevant, inclusive, and aligned with national goals. In South Africa, this includes the
implementation of the National Curriculum Statement (NCS) and CAPS (Learning Unit
2, p. 20–21).
In the Foundation Phase, curriculum transformation ensures that teaching:
Promotes inclusivity
Reflects democratic values
Addresses diversity
, Supports equal access to education
For example, CAPS provides structured content for Grades R–3 to ensure standardised
quality education across schools.
(MFP2601 Study Guide, Learning Unit 2, p. 20–21; p. 61)
1.4 Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS)
Indigenous Knowledge Systems refer to local knowledge unique to a specific culture or
society. It includes traditions, customs, beliefs, and skills developed by communities
over time.
In the Foundation Phase, IKS applies when teachers uses
Traditional games
Indigenous stories
Local environmental knowledge
Cultural practices
For example, learners may learn about medicinal plants used in their communities
during Life Skills lessons.
(MFP2601 Study Guide, Learning Unit 2, p. 19; p. 51)
