HED2601
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE DATE: 9 MAY 2026
,HED2601 ASSIGNMENT 2 2026 DUE MAY 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 Evaluate the importance of the module HED2601 in your training
as a teacher.
The module HED2601 (History of Education) is very important in my
training as a teacher because it helps me understand how Early Childhood
Education (ECE) developed over time. Studying the historical foundations
of education, I can better understand why certain teaching methods,
policies and practices exist today.
The module helps me see how social, political and economic events such
as the Industrial Revolution and World Wars influenced education systems.
It enables me to understand how past inequalities, including apartheid in
South Africa, shaped the current education system. This knowledge helps
me to promote equality and social justice in my classroom.
HED2601 links with other modules such as Child Development (CHD3701)
and
Foundation Phase Teaching (FPF3701), helping me connect theory with
practice. Overall, this module strengthens my professional identity and
prepares me to become a reflective and informed teacher
, 1.2 Comparison of education and childcare practices before and after
the Industrial Revolution (10)
Before the Industrial After the Industrial Revolution
Revolution
Children were mainly cared Many children were placed in childcare
for at home by parents and centres and orphanages due to parents
extended family. working in factories.
Learning happened Formal early education institutions such as
informally through daily kindergartens were established.
activities and community
traditions.
There was little government Governments and religious organisations
involvement in early became more involved in childcare and
childhood education. education.
Children were seen mainly as Child labour increased at first, but later
helpers in agriculture and reforms led to protective laws and structured
home duties. early education systems.
The Industrial Revolution changed society from agricultural to
industrial. This created a need for formal childcare systems as more
parents worked in factories.
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE DATE: 9 MAY 2026
,HED2601 ASSIGNMENT 2 2026 DUE MAY 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 Evaluate the importance of the module HED2601 in your training
as a teacher.
The module HED2601 (History of Education) is very important in my
training as a teacher because it helps me understand how Early Childhood
Education (ECE) developed over time. Studying the historical foundations
of education, I can better understand why certain teaching methods,
policies and practices exist today.
The module helps me see how social, political and economic events such
as the Industrial Revolution and World Wars influenced education systems.
It enables me to understand how past inequalities, including apartheid in
South Africa, shaped the current education system. This knowledge helps
me to promote equality and social justice in my classroom.
HED2601 links with other modules such as Child Development (CHD3701)
and
Foundation Phase Teaching (FPF3701), helping me connect theory with
practice. Overall, this module strengthens my professional identity and
prepares me to become a reflective and informed teacher
, 1.2 Comparison of education and childcare practices before and after
the Industrial Revolution (10)
Before the Industrial After the Industrial Revolution
Revolution
Children were mainly cared Many children were placed in childcare
for at home by parents and centres and orphanages due to parents
extended family. working in factories.
Learning happened Formal early education institutions such as
informally through daily kindergartens were established.
activities and community
traditions.
There was little government Governments and religious organisations
involvement in early became more involved in childcare and
childhood education. education.
Children were seen mainly as Child labour increased at first, but later
helpers in agriculture and reforms led to protective laws and structured
home duties. early education systems.
The Industrial Revolution changed society from agricultural to
industrial. This created a need for formal childcare systems as more
parents worked in factories.
