The main information of the guide is:
That the guide guides teachers of how and in which manner they should teach
a subject for example Natural Science and Technology (NST1501/NST1502)
to their learners at different phases.
The guide goes into detail about amount of time you should spent on this
subject, the different topics ,content and the concepts about a subject.
The guide gives suggestions for activities and even equipment and resources
that teachers can use to help the learners get a clear picture and
understanding of the subject.
The guide guides teachers on how to keep records and reports on the
performances of the learners on a subject and also shows teachers how to
allocate marks on tasks and tests.
The guides gives teachers and learners a clear picture of what is expected of
the teacher to teach the learners the required work in order for them to pass
on to the next grade.
Question 2:
The general aims of a South Africa curriculum is:
The curriculum aims to make and apply the knowledge and skills that
teachers teach the learners meaningful in to their own lives by being careful
not to discriminate against anyone.
It aims to serve the purpose to:
o Equip all learners, despite their economic and social differences with all
the knowledge and opportunities and education.
It aims to ensure to reduce the imbalances of the past and provide equal
educational opportunities to all learners.
It aims to educate and produce learners who will be able to identify, solve
problems and work effectively with others.
It aims for teachers to be informed about inclusivity for the reason that they
can understand and plan for diversity.
, Question 3:
Grade 4 Term 1 Time Allocation week 1:
Days Time Topic
Monday 60 min Living and non-living
things
Tuesday 60 min Living and non-living
things
Wednesday 60 min Living and non-living
things
Thursday 30 min Living and non-living
things
Total 3 hours
30 min
Question 4:
Knowledge:
Learners will know the meaning of materials and all the different forms of
materials around us. Learners will know the links between Living and non-
living things.
Learners will know the links between the living and non-living things.
Skills:
Comparing: Learners will be able to compare between the different materials
and the different water cycles.
Sorting and Classifying: The learners will be able to apply between criteria in
order to sort items into a table, mind-map keys, lists or other formats.
Values:
Leaners will understand that the school science can be relevant to their
outside of school.
Science and technology can lead learners to a range of careers possibilities
as the learners will be able doing certain things without damaging the land or
animals.
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