IOP2605
EXAM PACK
,UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
Sept/Oct/Nov 2021
IOP2605
Human Capacity Development
80 marks
Duration: 5 hours
EXAMINERS
First: Ms SE Ramasodi Ms MG Kumbi
Second: Prof LM Ungerer
This examination question paper consists of 5 pages.
Instructions:
Below, please find the examination questions you have to complete and submit on 12 October 2021. The
duration of the examination is from 08:30 to 13:30 on 12 October 2021.
Note the following:
1. You need access to a computer as well as a reliable internet connection, to complete the examination.
2. Answer all the questions in section A and any three (3) questions in section B.
3. Clearly indicate the number of each question you answer. Do not change the numbering.
4. Save your document only in portable document format (PDF) and submit it by uploading it on myUnisa
before the end of the examination. You will have an additional 60 minutes to submit the examination
at the end of the allocated examination time. We encourage you, however, to submit it as soon as
you are done. Please ensure that your PDF document is NOT encrypted in a “secured” mode, and
that it is NOT password protected. Such files will not be marked, and a mark of zero (0) will be
awarded. Virus-infected files will not be marked either.
5. Copying word for word from the study guide and/or other sources, will be penalised. Use your own
words to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the content.
6. Cite references using the APA referencing style, in support of your answers.
7. Remember to click the Authenticity button on the system, when downloading the question paper and
when submitting the document with your examination answers.
8. If you realise you will not be able to finish within the allotted time, please submit your work before the
system closes.
9. Should you encounter technical problems during the assessment, contact
and copy in your lecturers ( and ). Make sure you
include your student number in the subject line and follow all the instructions in the final examination
booklet.
All the best with the examination.
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SECTION A
This section of the examination paper is compulsory, and it is worth 20 marks.
QUESTION 1
Read the following excerpt:
“Social technologies empower us to connect with others in ways that were previously impossible or
inefficient. With social media, such as blogs, social networking sites, discussion forums, image- and
video-sharing services, teachers are able to connect with other people and a variety of resources on an
ongoing basis, to improve their practice” (Kimmons, 2020).
Question 1.1
List any four (4) advantages of Web 2.0 technologies, as depicted by London and Hall (2011). (4)
Question 1.2
In your own words, describe the three categories of factors influencing e-learning effectiveness, as
stated by Lo (2014). (6)
QUESTION 2
Read the following excerpt and answer the questions that follow:
“South Africa, in particular, needs to keep a close eye on all aspects of the labour market so that policy
responses can support those most in need. Recent work has highlighted the enormous impact of the
Covid-19 pandemic and the lockdown on the lives of working people. A focus on the labour market is
particularly important, given South Africa’s already high unemployment, and the inequality which is
generated by the labour market. Four areas of the labour market which will require scrutiny in the
coming months are highlighted: the informal economy; turbulence and job churn; increasing capital
intensity; and gender and work” (Francis & Valodia, 2020).
(https://www.wits.ac.za/scis/publications/opinion/sa-needs-to-focus-on-how-covid-19-will-reshape-
labour-market/).
Question 2.1
In your own words, discuss the six targets for the dimension of inclusive social development, and
provide your own example in respect of each dimension. (6)
Question 2.2
Define “labour market” and then, in your own words, discuss the characteristics of the labour market.
Also reflect on labour market issues in South Africa. (4)
TOTAL FOR SECTION A: [20]
[TURN OVER]
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SECTION B
Answer any THREE (3) questions from this section. Each question is worth 20 marks.
QUESTION 1
Read the following statement:
“As Gen Z enters the workforce, the paradigm has shifted toward a greater awareness of mental
health. Talking about mental health and getting treatment for mental illness aren't taboo to this
generation; in fact, they’re increasingly normalised.”
(https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2020/04/17/why-employee-mental-health-is-a-
ceos-responsibility/#2e8008be6fbb).
With this statement in mind, you are required to do the following:
Question 1.1
Explain the concept of mental health, as depicted by Antonovsky (1985). (4)
Question 1.2
(a) Identify and, in your own words, discuss the characteristics of a perspective of a competent
human being, which holds that “people experience true success and enduring happiness if they
learn and integrate the principle of character ethic”. (15)
(b) Name the four (4) traits that make up the character ethic. (1)
[20]
QUESTION 2
Read the following statement:
The new learning science holds the belief that, within the developing country context, it is possible to
create and sustain the infrastructure needed to develop the necessary knowledge, interaction styles
and cognitive strategies for life in an era of continuous change. The primary focus of this new learning
science, is to help individuals develop the skills and knowledge they need, to access available
participation opportunities and create new ones over the course of their lifespan.
In view of this statement, you are required to do the following:
Question 2.1
Identify this new learning science. (1)
Question 2.2
In your own words, discuss the essence and principles of this new learning science, which promotes
the development of skills and knowledge to enable an individual to access the available participation
opportunities. (19)
[20]
[TURN OVER]
EXAM PACK
,UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
Sept/Oct/Nov 2021
IOP2605
Human Capacity Development
80 marks
Duration: 5 hours
EXAMINERS
First: Ms SE Ramasodi Ms MG Kumbi
Second: Prof LM Ungerer
This examination question paper consists of 5 pages.
Instructions:
Below, please find the examination questions you have to complete and submit on 12 October 2021. The
duration of the examination is from 08:30 to 13:30 on 12 October 2021.
Note the following:
1. You need access to a computer as well as a reliable internet connection, to complete the examination.
2. Answer all the questions in section A and any three (3) questions in section B.
3. Clearly indicate the number of each question you answer. Do not change the numbering.
4. Save your document only in portable document format (PDF) and submit it by uploading it on myUnisa
before the end of the examination. You will have an additional 60 minutes to submit the examination
at the end of the allocated examination time. We encourage you, however, to submit it as soon as
you are done. Please ensure that your PDF document is NOT encrypted in a “secured” mode, and
that it is NOT password protected. Such files will not be marked, and a mark of zero (0) will be
awarded. Virus-infected files will not be marked either.
5. Copying word for word from the study guide and/or other sources, will be penalised. Use your own
words to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the content.
6. Cite references using the APA referencing style, in support of your answers.
7. Remember to click the Authenticity button on the system, when downloading the question paper and
when submitting the document with your examination answers.
8. If you realise you will not be able to finish within the allotted time, please submit your work before the
system closes.
9. Should you encounter technical problems during the assessment, contact
and copy in your lecturers ( and ). Make sure you
include your student number in the subject line and follow all the instructions in the final examination
booklet.
All the best with the examination.
[TURN OVER]
, 2
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Sept/Oct/Nov 2021
SECTION A
This section of the examination paper is compulsory, and it is worth 20 marks.
QUESTION 1
Read the following excerpt:
“Social technologies empower us to connect with others in ways that were previously impossible or
inefficient. With social media, such as blogs, social networking sites, discussion forums, image- and
video-sharing services, teachers are able to connect with other people and a variety of resources on an
ongoing basis, to improve their practice” (Kimmons, 2020).
Question 1.1
List any four (4) advantages of Web 2.0 technologies, as depicted by London and Hall (2011). (4)
Question 1.2
In your own words, describe the three categories of factors influencing e-learning effectiveness, as
stated by Lo (2014). (6)
QUESTION 2
Read the following excerpt and answer the questions that follow:
“South Africa, in particular, needs to keep a close eye on all aspects of the labour market so that policy
responses can support those most in need. Recent work has highlighted the enormous impact of the
Covid-19 pandemic and the lockdown on the lives of working people. A focus on the labour market is
particularly important, given South Africa’s already high unemployment, and the inequality which is
generated by the labour market. Four areas of the labour market which will require scrutiny in the
coming months are highlighted: the informal economy; turbulence and job churn; increasing capital
intensity; and gender and work” (Francis & Valodia, 2020).
(https://www.wits.ac.za/scis/publications/opinion/sa-needs-to-focus-on-how-covid-19-will-reshape-
labour-market/).
Question 2.1
In your own words, discuss the six targets for the dimension of inclusive social development, and
provide your own example in respect of each dimension. (6)
Question 2.2
Define “labour market” and then, in your own words, discuss the characteristics of the labour market.
Also reflect on labour market issues in South Africa. (4)
TOTAL FOR SECTION A: [20]
[TURN OVER]
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SECTION B
Answer any THREE (3) questions from this section. Each question is worth 20 marks.
QUESTION 1
Read the following statement:
“As Gen Z enters the workforce, the paradigm has shifted toward a greater awareness of mental
health. Talking about mental health and getting treatment for mental illness aren't taboo to this
generation; in fact, they’re increasingly normalised.”
(https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2020/04/17/why-employee-mental-health-is-a-
ceos-responsibility/#2e8008be6fbb).
With this statement in mind, you are required to do the following:
Question 1.1
Explain the concept of mental health, as depicted by Antonovsky (1985). (4)
Question 1.2
(a) Identify and, in your own words, discuss the characteristics of a perspective of a competent
human being, which holds that “people experience true success and enduring happiness if they
learn and integrate the principle of character ethic”. (15)
(b) Name the four (4) traits that make up the character ethic. (1)
[20]
QUESTION 2
Read the following statement:
The new learning science holds the belief that, within the developing country context, it is possible to
create and sustain the infrastructure needed to develop the necessary knowledge, interaction styles
and cognitive strategies for life in an era of continuous change. The primary focus of this new learning
science, is to help individuals develop the skills and knowledge they need, to access available
participation opportunities and create new ones over the course of their lifespan.
In view of this statement, you are required to do the following:
Question 2.1
Identify this new learning science. (1)
Question 2.2
In your own words, discuss the essence and principles of this new learning science, which promotes
the development of skills and knowledge to enable an individual to access the available participation
opportunities. (19)
[20]
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