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, CONTENTS
Introduction (iv)
What do we expect you to do at the end of this learning experience? (vi)
Structure of the module (vii)
Learning unit 1: The big picture: Theory and practice of education 1
Learning unit 2: Creating an environment that supports effective learning 12
Learning unit 3: Considering policy in curriculum interpretation and
implementation 23
Learning unit 4: A competent teacher in a changing landscape 33
Learning unit 5: Holistic teaching in the 21st Century 46
Bibliography 51
BTE2601/501/2019 (iii)
, INTRODUCTION
Dear Student
Welcome to the Module Becoming a Teacher. I hope that you will find your
studies interesting and instructive.
The information in this study guide is structured to support you in understanding
important concepts and skills that you will need in your studies. You will not only
learn about the theory behind these concepts but will also undertake meaningful
learning activities to make sure that you understand the information and can apply
it to different contexts.
The study guide is divided into five learning units. At the beginning of each
learning unit you will find an overview of that unit as well as the specific outcome
and assessment criteria.
We advise you to read all the information indicated in each learning unit before
tackling the learning activities, questions and reflection activities in this study guide.
Questions and activities are intended to take you systematically through the work.
Take care to follow the guidelines and directions included in Tutorial letter 101
regarding submission of assignments.
We hope you will find this module interesting and meaningful and that your studies
will be successful. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any problems or
if there are any questions arising from your studies.
Best wishes
Your lecturer
Prof MJ Taole
(iv)
All rights reserved
Printed and published by the
University of South Africa,
Muckleneuk, Pretoria
BTE2601/501/2019
70777454
Shutterstock.com images used
Editor and Styler
HSY_Style
, CONTENTS
Introduction (iv)
What do we expect you to do at the end of this learning experience? (vi)
Structure of the module (vii)
Learning unit 1: The big picture: Theory and practice of education 1
Learning unit 2: Creating an environment that supports effective learning 12
Learning unit 3: Considering policy in curriculum interpretation and
implementation 23
Learning unit 4: A competent teacher in a changing landscape 33
Learning unit 5: Holistic teaching in the 21st Century 46
Bibliography 51
BTE2601/501/2019 (iii)
, INTRODUCTION
Dear Student
Welcome to the Module Becoming a Teacher. I hope that you will find your
studies interesting and instructive.
The information in this study guide is structured to support you in understanding
important concepts and skills that you will need in your studies. You will not only
learn about the theory behind these concepts but will also undertake meaningful
learning activities to make sure that you understand the information and can apply
it to different contexts.
The study guide is divided into five learning units. At the beginning of each
learning unit you will find an overview of that unit as well as the specific outcome
and assessment criteria.
We advise you to read all the information indicated in each learning unit before
tackling the learning activities, questions and reflection activities in this study guide.
Questions and activities are intended to take you systematically through the work.
Take care to follow the guidelines and directions included in Tutorial letter 101
regarding submission of assignments.
We hope you will find this module interesting and meaningful and that your studies
will be successful. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any problems or
if there are any questions arising from your studies.
Best wishes
Your lecturer
Prof MJ Taole
(iv)
