BPT1501 Assignment 4 Semester 1 | Due 8 April 2025

BPT1501 Assignment 4 Semester 1 | Due 8 April 2025. All questions answered. INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read the following passage and then respond to the questions based on the given passage. 2. DON’T FORGET TO SIGN YOUR DECLARATION FORM. Mr. Smith is a Grade 6 teacher at Riverside Academy, a school situated in an area with a mix of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. His classroom includes students with a range of learning preferences and abilities. Among them is Sarah, a student who has difficulty speaking up in class and prefers working independently. Mr. Smith is known for his dynamic teaching methods, which frequently involve role-playing, peer collaborations, and engaging activities to maintain student involvement. On a Tuesday morning, Mr. Smith introduced a new topic in history: ancient civilizations. He chose to explain the subject using a group project that involved creating a poster and presenting findings in front of the class. The project was collaborative and required students to divide tasks and present their results at the end of the lesson. The students worked in groups, and the atmosphere was lively and interactive. As the lesson progressed, most students eagerly contributed to the group discussions, particularly those who were more outspoken and confident in public speaking. Mr. Smith, energized by the student participation, focused on the more vocal groups and often gave them additional time to express their ideas. Meanwhile, Sarah, who struggled with speaking in front of her peers, quietly worked on her portion of the project but did not participate in the discussions. She found it difficult to engage in the group work and was hesitant to ask for help. At the end of the lesson, Mr. Smith noticed that while some students had flourished in the group setting, Sarah had barely participated. He approached her after the class and discovered that she had not fully understood the concept of ancient civilizations. She had been too uncomfortable to ask questions or seek clarification during the group activities. Mr. Smith also realized that a few other students, who were more reserved or needed more time to process information, had not benefited from the class discussions. The group project seemed to favour those who were more comfortable in social settings, leaving those who needed extra support somewhat excluded. QUESTIONS 1. How did Mr. Smith's teaching strategy involving group projects and presentations affect students with different learning preferences, especially those who are introverted or need more time to grasp new concepts? (10 marks) Explain Mr. Smith's Teaching Strategy: (2 marks) Explain the Impact on Students with Different Learning Preferences: (2 marks ) Explain the Focus on Introverted Students (like Sarah): (2 marks) Explain the Impact on Students Who Need More Time: (2 marks) Explain the Assessment of the Teaching Strategy: (2 marks ) 2. What are the possible advantages and disadvantages of using group projects as a key teaching strategy in a classroom with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities? (12 marks) • 3 advantages (6 marks) • 3 disadvantages (6 marks) 3. How can Mr. Smith assess student understanding in ways that accommodate different learning styles and abilities beyond group presentations? (8 marks) • Explain the limitations of using group presentations as the primary assessment tool. (2 marks) • Suggest an alternative written or visual assessment method (e.g., individual reflection, concept maps). (2marks) • Suggest an alternative oral or interactive assessment method (e.g., small group discussions, peer feedback). (2marks) • Explain how a mixed-assessment approach benefits diverse learners. (2marks) TOTAL MARKS = 30 MARKS