BPT1501 Assignment 7
PORTFILIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 2
2025 - DUE October
2025
NO PLAGIARISM
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BPT1501 Assignment 7 PORTFILIO
(COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2025 -
DUE October 2025
Course
Being a Professional Teacher (BPT1501)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Becoming a teacher
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BPT 1501 SECOND SEMESTER-2025 ASSESSMENT 7: PORTFOLIO
INSTRUCTIONS 1. Refer to ALL the lessons (1 – 6) and answer the questions
that follow. 2. Maintain the numbering the same way it appears on the
question paper. 3. Type legibly and make use of correct word cases
appropriately. 4. Edit your work before submitting it. 5. Use your own words.
Do not cut and paste information from your sources. 6. Acknowledge all
sources using an acceptable referencing technique. 7. Please do not submit
the scanned document; the submission file type must be in PDF format. 8.
Please accept the End User License Agreement (EULA) for your declaration
before submitting. DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL
STUDIES COLLEGE OF EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
The Department of Curriculum and Instructional Studies places specific
emphasis on integrity and ethical behavior with regard to the preparation of
all written work submitted for academic assessment. Although your lecturers
can provide you with Information about reference techniques and guidelines
to avoid plagiarism, you also have a responsibility to fulfil in this regard.
Should you at any time feel unsure about the requirements, you must
consult your lecturers before you submit any assignment. Mr Dlamini was a
seasoned Life Sciences teacher at a well-resourced high school in a semi-
urban area. He had a reputation for being knowledgeable and passionate
about his subject. However, his professional conduct was inconsistent,
raising concerns among learners and colleagues. In his Grade 11 class, Mr
Dlamini frequently used isiZulu to explain complex scientific concepts,
despite the school’s policy that English was the official medium of
,instruction. Several learners who did not understand isiZulu struggled to
follow his lessons. When one learner politely asked for clarification in English,
Mr Dlamini responded, “You should have learned isiZulu by now if you want
to pass in this school,” leaving the learner embarrassed and excluded.
During a school excursion to a science museum, Mr Dlamini failed to submit
the required safety forms and did not brief the learners on the school’s code
of conduct. As a result, two learners wandered off during the trip, causing
panic among staff and parents. When questioned by the principal, he shifted
the blame to the learners, refusing to take responsibility for the oversight.
However, Mr Dlamini voluntarily offered after-school tutoring sessions for
struggling learners, often staying late to help them prepare for exams. He
also developed a set of interactive learning materials that were later adopted
by the department to improve learner engagement across grades. He often
organizes parents' meetings for his grade so that parents can check learners'
progress and be involved in academic planning. Moreover, in staff meetings,
Mr Dlamini often interrupted colleagues and made sarcastic remarks about
new teachers, questioning their qualifications and mocking their teaching
methods. His behaviour created tension in the staffroom, and many teachers
avoided working with him on collaborative projects. While Mr Dlamini’s
subject knowledge and dedication to learner success were evident, his
inconsistent professional conduct raised questions about his overall
commitment to ethical teaching practices. You are guilty of plagiarism when
you extract information from a book, article, web page or fellow student
without acknowledging the source and submit it as your own work. In truth,
you are stealing someone else's property. You may not use another student’s
work. You may not allow anyone to copy or use your work with the intention
to submit it as his/hers. A. In your own understanding, briefly define
‘professional educator’ in an educational context. (2)
A professional educator in an educational context is an individual who is qualified and
accountable for the holistic development and learning of students. They demonstrate a high
standard of ethical conduct, subject matter expertise, and a commitment to ongoing
professional growth and the principles of their profession, including adhering to school policies
and fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
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