PED3701
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 30 JULY 2025
, Psychology of Education
Question 1: Developmental Analysis
a) Evaluation of Developmental Domains Influencing Thabo's Learning
Physical: Thabo is healthy and active but frequently appears fatigued due to long travel
from Mamelodi to Pretoria East. Fatigue reduces alertness, hinders attention, and
affects academic performance.
Cognitive: He excels in concrete thinking required for Maths and Life Sciences but
struggles with abstract thinking needed for English and History. This aligns with Piaget's
cognitive developmental theory.
Emotional: Thabo is confident in group settings but experiences test anxiety. This
affects his ability to perform under pressure and can undermine his self-efficacy.
Social: He is well-liked, which supports his social-emotional development. However, he
faces conflicting expectations from home and school, causing stress.
Environmental: Limited study space and occasional lack of electricity hinder his ability
to study and complete homework, limiting academic success.
b) Cultural and Socio-Economic Factors Shaping Thabo's Development
Thabo comes from a working-class family with limited educational backgrounds. His
parents support him but cannot provide academic help due to their work hours. Cultural
transition into a previously white school may cause cultural dissonance. His
multilingualism, while an asset, may also pose challenges in an English-dominant
curriculum. Socio-economic hardship impacts his learning opportunities and
performance.
c) Developmental Strengths for Academic Success
Fluent in multiple languages, enhancing communication and metacognition.
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 30 JULY 2025
, Psychology of Education
Question 1: Developmental Analysis
a) Evaluation of Developmental Domains Influencing Thabo's Learning
Physical: Thabo is healthy and active but frequently appears fatigued due to long travel
from Mamelodi to Pretoria East. Fatigue reduces alertness, hinders attention, and
affects academic performance.
Cognitive: He excels in concrete thinking required for Maths and Life Sciences but
struggles with abstract thinking needed for English and History. This aligns with Piaget's
cognitive developmental theory.
Emotional: Thabo is confident in group settings but experiences test anxiety. This
affects his ability to perform under pressure and can undermine his self-efficacy.
Social: He is well-liked, which supports his social-emotional development. However, he
faces conflicting expectations from home and school, causing stress.
Environmental: Limited study space and occasional lack of electricity hinder his ability
to study and complete homework, limiting academic success.
b) Cultural and Socio-Economic Factors Shaping Thabo's Development
Thabo comes from a working-class family with limited educational backgrounds. His
parents support him but cannot provide academic help due to their work hours. Cultural
transition into a previously white school may cause cultural dissonance. His
multilingualism, while an asset, may also pose challenges in an English-dominant
curriculum. Socio-economic hardship impacts his learning opportunities and
performance.
c) Developmental Strengths for Academic Success
Fluent in multiple languages, enhancing communication and metacognition.
