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IPS1501 Assignment 5 PORTFOLIO
(COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 8
October 2025
Course
Introduction to Personal and Social Wellbeing (IPS1501)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Understanding Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education in Secondary
Schools
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ASSESSMENT 5: SUMMATIVE PORTFOLIO [100 marks] UNIQUE NUMBER:
869837 SUBMISSION DATE: 8 October 2025 This is your summative portfolio
(examination equivalent). Your previous assessments were formative;
designed to help you learn (assessment for learning). This assessment is
summative, designed to assess what you have learnt (assessment of
learning). Please note the following important information and complete the
checklist as part of your integrity declaration: 1. This assessment will
contribute 60% towards your final mark. 2. No extension will be granted
(examination conditions apply). 3. To complete this assessment, use your
provided official study material, namely Learning units 1 to 6, on your
module site. If you are unable to access specific learning units, download all
six learning units uploaded in PDF format. 4. No other sources of information
will be accepted for this assessment, only your official study material. You
may NOT use: - Artificial Intelligence (AI) models or sources (ChatGPT, etc.). -
internet sources. - bought assessments - copied assessments 5. When
completing this assessment, especially in questions asking you to discuss or
explain, please use your own words (paraphrase) as far as possible. This
shows your understanding of the concept or question. (Your „own words‟
means that you do not copy, directly, somebody else‟s words, but that you
rephrase or rewrite it, using your words, to show that you have understood
the concept or question.) 6. Only typed assessments, 1.5 spacing, Arial 11pt
will be accepted. 7. Each assessment MUST have a Turnitin report.
Handwritten assessments will NOT be accepted for the Turnitin report. 8.
Ensure that you have uploaded the correct document. You have three
chances to resubmit if you accidentally upload the wrong document.
,Question 1: Defining Life Skills (25 marks) Read the definitions of Life Skills
from Jordaan & Naude (2018) in your IPS1501 study guide. 1.1 Identify at
least FOUR (4) key ideas in the given definitions. (4) 1.2 Explain the meaning
of each of the four key ideas, that you have identified, in your own words, to
show your understanding of them. (4) 1.3 Draw a table in which to answer
the following two questions. (3 + 3 = 6) 1.3.1 Identify and discuss at least
THREE (3) demands, or challenges, of everyday life that are unique to your
own life and circumstances. (3) 1.3.2 Discuss at least ONE (1) life skill that
you use, or could use, to overcome each demand, or challenge of everyday
life you have identified in question 1.3.1. (3) Example of table to answer
questions 1.3.1 and 1.3.2 1.3.1 Demands/challenges in my OWN life 1.3.2
Life skills that I use or need to overcome these demands or challenges a. b.
c. 1.4 Draw a table in which to answer the following two questions. (3 + 3 =
6) 1.4.1 Identify and discuss at least THREE (3) everyday life demands
(challenges) that may be experienced by intermediate phase learners in
South Africa. (3) 1.4.2 Identify at least ONE (1) life skill for each of the
everyday life demands (challenges) that you identified in Question 1.4.1 (one
different life skill for each demand, do not duplicate life skills). (3) Example of
table to answer questions 1.4.1 and 1.4.2 1.4.1 Demands/challenges in the
lives of learners in the intermediate phase 1.4.2 Life skills that learners in the
intermediate phase need, to overcome these demands or challenges a. b. c.
1.5 Read the description of the school subject Life Skills in the CAPS
document for the Intermediate Phase (Department of Basic Education, 2011)
and name the five areas of potential that are considered important for the
holistic development of the intermediate learner. (5) [25]
Question 1: Defining Life Skills (25 Marks)
1.1 Identify at least FOUR (4) key ideas in the given definitions. (4)
According to Jordaan & Naudé (2018), the following key ideas can be identified from the
definitions of life skills:
1. Ability to cope effectively with everyday life.
2. Development of personal and social competence.
3. Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
4. Promotion of emotional and physical well-being.
1.2 Explain the meaning of each of the four key ideas in your own words. (4)
, Key Idea Explanation (in your own words)
1. Ability to cope effectively This means being able to handle daily challenges and adapt to
with everyday life changing situations in a positive and productive way.
2. Development of personal It involves building confidence, self-awareness, and the ability
and social competence to interact respectfully and cooperatively with others.
3. Decision-making and This refers to the ability to think critically, make informed
problem-solving skills choices, and find constructive solutions to problems.
4. Promotion of emotional and It means maintaining a balanced lifestyle, managing stress, and
physical well-being taking care of both your mental and physical health.
1.3 Table: Demands or challenges in my own life and life skills to overcome them
(6 marks)
1.3.1 Demands/challenges in my 1.3.2 Life skills that I use or need to overcome these
OWN life demands or challenges
a. Balancing my studies with Time management: I plan and prioritize tasks to meet
household responsibilities deadlines without feeling overwhelmed.
b. Dealing with financial constraints Problem-solving: I budget carefully and look for cost-
as a student effective ways to meet my needs.
Emotional regulation: I practice relaxation techniques and
c. Managing stress during exams
maintain a positive mindset to stay calm and focused.
1.4 Table: Demands/challenges of intermediate phase learners and life skills
needed (6 marks)
1.4.2 Life skills that learners in the intermediate
1.4.1 Demands/challenges in the lives of
phase need to overcome these demands or
learners in the intermediate phase
challenges
a. Peer pressure and the need to fit in Assertiveness: Learners need to stand by their values
socially and make independent choices despite peer influence.
b. Difficulty managing academic Time management: Learners must learn to plan their
workload and homework study time and prioritize tasks.
Communication and conflict resolution: Learners
c. Experiencing bullying or teasing at
should know how to express their feelings and seek
school
help appropriately.
1.5 The five areas of potential important for the holistic development of the
intermediate learner (5)
According to the CAPS (Department of Basic Education, 2011), the five areas of potential
developed through the Life Skills subject are:
IPS1501 Assignment 5
PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 8
October 2025
NO PLAGIARISM
[Pick the date]
[Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of
the document. Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of
the contents of the document.]
, Exam (elaborations)
IPS1501 Assignment 5 PORTFOLIO
(COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 8
October 2025
Course
Introduction to Personal and Social Wellbeing (IPS1501)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Understanding Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education in Secondary
Schools
IPS1501 Assignment 5 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 8
October 2025; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
Ensure your success with us..
ASSESSMENT 5: SUMMATIVE PORTFOLIO [100 marks] UNIQUE NUMBER:
869837 SUBMISSION DATE: 8 October 2025 This is your summative portfolio
(examination equivalent). Your previous assessments were formative;
designed to help you learn (assessment for learning). This assessment is
summative, designed to assess what you have learnt (assessment of
learning). Please note the following important information and complete the
checklist as part of your integrity declaration: 1. This assessment will
contribute 60% towards your final mark. 2. No extension will be granted
(examination conditions apply). 3. To complete this assessment, use your
provided official study material, namely Learning units 1 to 6, on your
module site. If you are unable to access specific learning units, download all
six learning units uploaded in PDF format. 4. No other sources of information
will be accepted for this assessment, only your official study material. You
may NOT use: - Artificial Intelligence (AI) models or sources (ChatGPT, etc.). -
internet sources. - bought assessments - copied assessments 5. When
completing this assessment, especially in questions asking you to discuss or
explain, please use your own words (paraphrase) as far as possible. This
shows your understanding of the concept or question. (Your „own words‟
means that you do not copy, directly, somebody else‟s words, but that you
rephrase or rewrite it, using your words, to show that you have understood
the concept or question.) 6. Only typed assessments, 1.5 spacing, Arial 11pt
will be accepted. 7. Each assessment MUST have a Turnitin report.
Handwritten assessments will NOT be accepted for the Turnitin report. 8.
Ensure that you have uploaded the correct document. You have three
chances to resubmit if you accidentally upload the wrong document.
,Question 1: Defining Life Skills (25 marks) Read the definitions of Life Skills
from Jordaan & Naude (2018) in your IPS1501 study guide. 1.1 Identify at
least FOUR (4) key ideas in the given definitions. (4) 1.2 Explain the meaning
of each of the four key ideas, that you have identified, in your own words, to
show your understanding of them. (4) 1.3 Draw a table in which to answer
the following two questions. (3 + 3 = 6) 1.3.1 Identify and discuss at least
THREE (3) demands, or challenges, of everyday life that are unique to your
own life and circumstances. (3) 1.3.2 Discuss at least ONE (1) life skill that
you use, or could use, to overcome each demand, or challenge of everyday
life you have identified in question 1.3.1. (3) Example of table to answer
questions 1.3.1 and 1.3.2 1.3.1 Demands/challenges in my OWN life 1.3.2
Life skills that I use or need to overcome these demands or challenges a. b.
c. 1.4 Draw a table in which to answer the following two questions. (3 + 3 =
6) 1.4.1 Identify and discuss at least THREE (3) everyday life demands
(challenges) that may be experienced by intermediate phase learners in
South Africa. (3) 1.4.2 Identify at least ONE (1) life skill for each of the
everyday life demands (challenges) that you identified in Question 1.4.1 (one
different life skill for each demand, do not duplicate life skills). (3) Example of
table to answer questions 1.4.1 and 1.4.2 1.4.1 Demands/challenges in the
lives of learners in the intermediate phase 1.4.2 Life skills that learners in the
intermediate phase need, to overcome these demands or challenges a. b. c.
1.5 Read the description of the school subject Life Skills in the CAPS
document for the Intermediate Phase (Department of Basic Education, 2011)
and name the five areas of potential that are considered important for the
holistic development of the intermediate learner. (5) [25]
Question 1: Defining Life Skills (25 Marks)
1.1 Identify at least FOUR (4) key ideas in the given definitions. (4)
According to Jordaan & Naudé (2018), the following key ideas can be identified from the
definitions of life skills:
1. Ability to cope effectively with everyday life.
2. Development of personal and social competence.
3. Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
4. Promotion of emotional and physical well-being.
1.2 Explain the meaning of each of the four key ideas in your own words. (4)
, Key Idea Explanation (in your own words)
1. Ability to cope effectively This means being able to handle daily challenges and adapt to
with everyday life changing situations in a positive and productive way.
2. Development of personal It involves building confidence, self-awareness, and the ability
and social competence to interact respectfully and cooperatively with others.
3. Decision-making and This refers to the ability to think critically, make informed
problem-solving skills choices, and find constructive solutions to problems.
4. Promotion of emotional and It means maintaining a balanced lifestyle, managing stress, and
physical well-being taking care of both your mental and physical health.
1.3 Table: Demands or challenges in my own life and life skills to overcome them
(6 marks)
1.3.1 Demands/challenges in my 1.3.2 Life skills that I use or need to overcome these
OWN life demands or challenges
a. Balancing my studies with Time management: I plan and prioritize tasks to meet
household responsibilities deadlines without feeling overwhelmed.
b. Dealing with financial constraints Problem-solving: I budget carefully and look for cost-
as a student effective ways to meet my needs.
Emotional regulation: I practice relaxation techniques and
c. Managing stress during exams
maintain a positive mindset to stay calm and focused.
1.4 Table: Demands/challenges of intermediate phase learners and life skills
needed (6 marks)
1.4.2 Life skills that learners in the intermediate
1.4.1 Demands/challenges in the lives of
phase need to overcome these demands or
learners in the intermediate phase
challenges
a. Peer pressure and the need to fit in Assertiveness: Learners need to stand by their values
socially and make independent choices despite peer influence.
b. Difficulty managing academic Time management: Learners must learn to plan their
workload and homework study time and prioritize tasks.
Communication and conflict resolution: Learners
c. Experiencing bullying or teasing at
should know how to express their feelings and seek
school
help appropriately.
1.5 The five areas of potential important for the holistic development of the
intermediate learner (5)
According to the CAPS (Department of Basic Education, 2011), the five areas of potential
developed through the Life Skills subject are:
