ENG2611 October Portfolio 2026 - Due 12 October 2026

ENG2611 October Portfolio 2026 - Due 12 October 2026 ENG2611 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 ENG2611 Applied English Language for Foundation and Intermediate Phase – First Additional Language This paper consists of 8 pages Marks: 100 Duration: 63 Hours Primary Examiners: Mr G. Holtshauzen and Ms S. Jacobs Secondary Examiners: Dr F Ismail and Prof. V Pfeiffer INSTRUCTIONS: • Instructions: • The examination will be conducted as an open-book, take-home examination of 63 hours and is based on this examination question paper. • The examination paper consists of 1 section in total. • Section A consists of a single question, worth 100 marks. • Please ensure the question is answered in accordance with mark allocations. • Answer the question in full, properly-structured sentences and in paragraph form. Do not use bullets or point form. • The starting date and time of the examination will be 12 October 2026 at 08:00. • The duration of the examination session will be 63 hours. • The examination portal for submission will close on 14 October 2026 at 23:00. ENG2611 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 • This question paper is to be downloaded from the Assessment 4 portal on the module site (ENG2611-26-Y) under myModules. • The answer script is to be submitted via the same assessment portal on the module site (ENG2611-26-Y) under myModules. • In the case of any cheating or plagiarism, you will be severely penalised. • NO LATE EXAMS WILL BE ACCEPTED. • Remember to include your Honesty Declaration (found on the last page) when you submit your examination. Additional Instructions: Please do not password protect your document • Convert all pages into a single PDF document. • Do not load the pages one by one. • Your document must be typed. Handwritten exam papers cannot be read by Turnitin and will therefore not be marked. • Do not submit answer files that are illegible and unclear. • Poorly scanned and hard-to-read answer files will result in a zero mark. • Guard against incomplete or incorrect conversion to PDF. • Submission of corrupt files will result in penalisation of the mark. • Your answer file must not be more than 100 MB in size. • Submissions will only be accepted from registered student accounts. • You have only one opportunity for submission. Thereafter, the portal will be locked. • Incorrect answer scripts and/or submissions made on unofficial examination platforms will not be marked and no opportunity will be granted for resubmission. • The mark awarded for an incomplete submission will be the final mark. No opportunity for resubmission will be granted. • You are allowed to access your study material. You are, however, not allowed to copy verbatim from your study material. You should write the answers in your own words, and any sources consulted should be cited according to the Harvard referencing method. • Students suspected of dishonest conduct during the examinations will be subjected to disciplinary processes. UNISA has a zero tolerance for plagiarism and/or any other forms of academic dishonesty. • Students experiencing technical challenges should contact the or email or refer to Student enquiries () for the list of additional contact numbers. Only communication received from your myLife account will be considered �� Upload on MyUnisa ONLY � Submissions via email, will NOT be accepted 2 ENG2611 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 SECTION A – CRITICAL ESSAY Leland et al. (2013:116) explain six ways, based on David Bleich's ideas, that readers can analyse language and texts: 1. Metaphorical – looking at symbols, images, and what they represent. 2. Philosophical – thinking about ideas, beliefs, and reasoning in a text. 3. Aesthetic – focusing on the feelings, emotions, and sensory experiences created by the text. 4. Analytical – examining the text carefully in a logical and organised way. 5. Intertextual – exploring how one text connects to or relates to other texts. 6. Critical – making thoughtful judgments about the text by evaluating its strengths, weaknesses, and meanings. Using these different approaches helps readers understand texts from a variety of perspectives. While each approach can be used individually, students often gain a deeper understanding when they discuss and apply them in pairs or groups. Write an essay of 600 words. Choose two (2) of the six Bleich stances described above. Explain why these two approaches are useful for analysing literature in a classroom. In your essay: • State the age or grade level of the learners in your classroom. • Explain how your two chosen stances can help learners in this age group develop their skills in analysing language and texts. • Choose a story, poem, novel, or other literary text that you know well. • Briefly describe how you would teach this text using your two chosen stances. • Give examples of activities, questions, or discussions that would help learners analyse and understand the text through these approaches. Your discussion should show how the two stances can support learners in thinking more deeply about a text and developing their understanding of language, meaning, and literary techniques. Guidelines: • Write in a continuous essay form. • Demonstrate critical engagement with the concepts discussed in the study material. 3 ENG2611 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 • Use examples from literature, education, or personal learning experiences where appropriate. • Ensure that your essay has a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. • Do not include headings or subheadings for the various sections in your essay. • Include in-text citations and a reference list using the Harvard style. • You must use and cite at least three sources (including the ENG2611 Tutorial Letter). 4 ENG2611 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 Criteria Marks Description Content and argument /50 Demonstrates a clear understanding of how two selected Bleich stances are useful for teaching textual/literary analysis to a specific learner age group. Uses a specific literary text or story to demonstrate specific examples of how these two stances can be applied. Structure and organisation /25 Clear introduction, logical body paragraphs, cohesive links, strong conclusion. Use of sources /15 Uses appropriate academic sources to support discussion. Correctly applies Harvard-style intext citations and reference list. Demonstrates clear academic language, grammar, and presentation. /10 Academic tone, correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Language and style SECTION A: 100 MARKS 5 ENG2611 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 Bibliography Leland, et al. 2013. Teaching Children’s Literature: It’s Critical! Abingdon: Routledge. UNISA. 2023. ENG2611 Tutorial Letter 501. Pretoria: University of South Africa. TOTAL: 100 MARKS 6 ENG2611 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 CHECKLIST Student Name and Surname: __________________________________________ Student Number: _____________________________________ Is there a student name and number on the cover page YES (put your initials here) Is this your original work? YES (put your initials here) Plagiarism declaration attached? YES (put your initials here) SECTION A: did you answer it? YES (put your initials here) Are you submitting the correct portfolio and the correct file? YES (put your initials here) Format for typed submissions: Arial font Font size 12 One and a half to double line spacing Leave sufficient space in the margins for marker notes. Did you edit your work? YES (put your initials here) Did you convert your document to PDF? YES (put your initials here) Did you remove any password protection? YES (put your initials here) 7 ENG2611 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026 DECLARATION Name and Student number……………………………………………………….………… Assignment Topic……………………………………………………………………………. I declare that this assignment is my original work. Where secondary material has been used (either from a printed source or from the internet), this has been carefully acknowledged and referenced in accordance with departmental requirements. I understand what plagiarism is and am aware of the department's policy in this regard. I have not allowed anyone else to borrow or copy my work. I confirm that I have read and understood the following UNISA policies: 1. Policy for Copyright and Plagiarism 2. Policy on Academic Integrity 3. Student Disciplinary Code Student Signature __________________________ Date __________________________ © UNISA 2026 8