TMS3720 Assignment 2 (QUALITY ANSWERS) 2024

This document contains workings, explanations and solutions to the TMS3720 Assignment 2 (QUALITY ANSWERS) 2024. For assistance call or us on 0.6.8..8.1.2..0.9.3.4........ QUESTION 1 A multicultural classroom is a melting pot of different cultures, and it is essential to acknowledge and respect the cultural backgrounds of each student (Rasool & Curtis 2000:231–232). Teaching an additional language in a multicultural country requires that a teacher recognises the diversity of cultures within the classroom. Reciprocal recognition and respect for one another's cultures and languages are prerequisites for successful language teaching. With these facts in mind answer the following questions: 1.1 There are two definitions of multiculturalism given by Akcaoğlu, M.O. and Arsal, Z. 2022. The effect of multicultural education on preservice teachers’ 4 attitude and efficacy: testing Bank’s content integration dimension. Participatory Educational Research (PER), Vol.9(2), pp. 343-357. Available at: . Write the two definitions down and, explain in your own words what each definition says multilingualism is. (10) 1.2 Multilingual education discourages learners to work in silos in the language classroom. Discuss four collaborative language activities that you would give to your Grade 9 learners in your additional language classroom. Illustrate your answer with examples. (20) [30] QUESTION 2 2.1 It is believed that learning a new language happens through the cognitive capability of a person and his interaction and communication with other people. Indicate how the cognitive-based interactionist and the socio-cultural theories attest to this notion. Give your own relevant examples to clarify your points. (20) 2.2 Read the following articles on the communicative approach to language teaching and answer the questions that follows: 1. Bahtiyorjon o’g’li, AM & Zoirjon qizi, OS. 2022. Communicative method – a new approach in the practice of teaching foreign language. International Scientific Journal, 1(6):778-783. Available at: 2. Rambe, SS. 2017. Communicative language teaching. English Education, 05 (2), pp. 54-66. Available at: Why would you say that using the communicative approach to teaching an additional language have advantages and benefits for the learners. (20) [40] 5 QUESTION 3 - TEACHING LISTENING AND SPEAKING Read the following story that you would teach to your Grade 9 class and answer the question that follows on the listening process: Wishes and Wisdom in Harmonyville Once upon a time in the quaint town of Harmonyville, two inseparable friends, Thabo and Asnath, were renowned for their kindness and readiness to assist others. While strolling home from school one day, they stumbled upon a mysterious box nestled near the ancient oak tree. Thabo's eyes gleamed with curiosity as he exclaimed, "Hey, Asnath, look at this box! I wonder what's inside." Asnath, equally intrigued, responded, "Let's open it and find out!" To their astonishment, the box revealed a magical talking mirror. The mirror's voice echoed, "I can grant one wish, but be cautious about what you desire." Excitement enveloped them, and they began discussing their wishes. Asnath pondered, "I wish for a world without sadness," while Thabo grinned, "I want endless candies." The mirror granted their wishes, and suddenly, Harmonyville erupted in joy, and candies cascaded from the heavens. However, with time, Thabo and Asnath noticed a flaw. Without sadness, people forgot the true essence of happiness, and limitless candies lost their sweetness. Determined to rectify their oversight, they returned to the mirror. Thabo spoke earnestly, "We wish for a balanced world, where joy and sadness coexist, and where happiness is earned." The mirror nodded, restoring Harmonyville to its normal state. Walking home, Asnath remarked, "Life's like a mix of flavors; you need both sweet and sour to truly savor it." Thabo added, "And shortcuts might seem appealing, but the real victories come from facing challenges and finding a balance." As they reached their homes, Thabo and Asnath shared a smile, grateful for the valuable lesson they had learned about the importance of balance in life. 6 Answer the questions below with reference to Wishes and Wisdom in Harmonyville. LISTENING: 3.1 Explain why the pre-listening phase forms the basis of the listening process. Illustrate your explanation by giving examples of what you would do practically with your language learners in the pre-listening phase. (15) SPEAKING: 3.2 Based on the story, Wishes and Wisdom in Harmonyville above formulate two topics that you would give to your Grade 9 learners to prepare for a speech. (2) 3.3 How would you facilitate brainstorming of the above topics in your language classroom? (5) 3.4 Justify why role-playing would be a suitable method of delivering the story of Wishes and Wisdom in Harmonyville in your Grade 9 language classroom. (8) [30]