LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS 0618151315
IFP3701
Assignment number: 03
Year: 2023 (SEMESTER 1)
PREVIEW:
What factors could contribute to Zweli’s barriers to learning Mathematics? (5)
Language barrier: Zweli is learning in a language that is not his home language. This
can make it difficult for him to understand the concepts being taught, as well as to
participate in class discussions.
Visual impairment: Zweli struggles to see what is written on the board. This can make
it difficult for him to follow along with the lesson, and to complete written assignments.
Attention deficit: Zweli is very quiet in group activities. This suggests that he may have
difficulty paying attention, or that he may be feeling anxious or overwhelmed in these
settings.
Learning difficulty: Zweli scored far below the average in a formal task, which suggests
that he may have a learning difficulty in mathematics. This could be due to a number
of factors, such as a lack of understanding of the concepts, difficulty with problem-
solving, or difficulty with written expression.
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, LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS 0618151315
Question 1
1. Read the case study and answer the questions that follow.
Case study
Zweli is a Grade 3 learner at your school, living with both his parents. He has been
struggling academically and was retained in Grade 1. The language of teaching and
learning at the school is different from his home language. In addition, Zweli struggles
to see what is written on the board and does not complete the written activities – as
a result, the teacher must constantly check his work to see if he has written the correct
information down, which is not always the case. During group activities, he is very
quiet. He also has problems identifying and describing patterns and relationships
through the use of symbolic expression graphs and tables.
Recently, he scored far below the average in a formal task, and the teacher thinks
Zweli has a learning difficulty in Mathematics.
1.1 What factors could contribute to Zweli’s barriers to learning Mathematics? (5)
Language barrier: Zweli is learning in a language that is not his home language. This
can make it difficult for him to understand the concepts being taught, as well as to
participate in class discussions.
Visual impairment: Zweli struggles to see what is written on the board. This can make
it difficult for him to follow along with the lesson, and to complete written assignments.
Attention deficit: Zweli is very quiet in group activities. This suggests that he may have
difficulty paying attention, or that he may be feeling anxious or overwhelmed in these
settings.
Learning difficulty: Zweli scored far below the average in a formal task, which suggests
that he may have a learning difficulty in mathematics. This could be due to a number
of factors, such as a lack of understanding of the concepts, difficulty with problem-
solving, or difficulty with written expression.
1.2 Discuss how Zweli’s teacher can adapt the learning environment to accommodate
his learning needs. (10)
Use visuals: The teacher can use visuals to help Zweli understand the concepts being
taught. This could include using pictures, diagrams, or manipulatives.
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IFP3701
Assignment number: 03
Year: 2023 (SEMESTER 1)
PREVIEW:
What factors could contribute to Zweli’s barriers to learning Mathematics? (5)
Language barrier: Zweli is learning in a language that is not his home language. This
can make it difficult for him to understand the concepts being taught, as well as to
participate in class discussions.
Visual impairment: Zweli struggles to see what is written on the board. This can make
it difficult for him to follow along with the lesson, and to complete written assignments.
Attention deficit: Zweli is very quiet in group activities. This suggests that he may have
difficulty paying attention, or that he may be feeling anxious or overwhelmed in these
settings.
Learning difficulty: Zweli scored far below the average in a formal task, which suggests
that he may have a learning difficulty in mathematics. This could be due to a number
of factors, such as a lack of understanding of the concepts, difficulty with problem-
solving, or difficulty with written expression.
1
, LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS 0618151315
Question 1
1. Read the case study and answer the questions that follow.
Case study
Zweli is a Grade 3 learner at your school, living with both his parents. He has been
struggling academically and was retained in Grade 1. The language of teaching and
learning at the school is different from his home language. In addition, Zweli struggles
to see what is written on the board and does not complete the written activities – as
a result, the teacher must constantly check his work to see if he has written the correct
information down, which is not always the case. During group activities, he is very
quiet. He also has problems identifying and describing patterns and relationships
through the use of symbolic expression graphs and tables.
Recently, he scored far below the average in a formal task, and the teacher thinks
Zweli has a learning difficulty in Mathematics.
1.1 What factors could contribute to Zweli’s barriers to learning Mathematics? (5)
Language barrier: Zweli is learning in a language that is not his home language. This
can make it difficult for him to understand the concepts being taught, as well as to
participate in class discussions.
Visual impairment: Zweli struggles to see what is written on the board. This can make
it difficult for him to follow along with the lesson, and to complete written assignments.
Attention deficit: Zweli is very quiet in group activities. This suggests that he may have
difficulty paying attention, or that he may be feeling anxious or overwhelmed in these
settings.
Learning difficulty: Zweli scored far below the average in a formal task, which suggests
that he may have a learning difficulty in mathematics. This could be due to a number
of factors, such as a lack of understanding of the concepts, difficulty with problem-
solving, or difficulty with written expression.
1.2 Discuss how Zweli’s teacher can adapt the learning environment to accommodate
his learning needs. (10)
Use visuals: The teacher can use visuals to help Zweli understand the concepts being
taught. This could include using pictures, diagrams, or manipulatives.
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