RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
IN THE FOUNDATION PHASE
RDF2601
ASSIGNMENT 03
PORTFOLIO
2022
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, QUESTION 1: (10)
Curtis and Carter (2008:55) discuss several principles that should be taken into
consideration when trying to enhance the effectiveness of resource materials.
These principles are listed in the study guide for RDF2601 and are defined in
more detail in the e-reserves on myUnisa.
1.1 Give FIVE (5) principles for examining the elements and possibilities of
materials. (5)
a) Select materials using an enhanced view of children.
b) Invent new possibilities for familiar materials.
c) Draw on the aesthetic qualities of materials.
d) Choose materials that can be transformed.
e) Provide real tools and quality materials
1.2 Explain FIVE (5) principles for arranging materials as invitations for focus
and intention. (5)
a. Create orderly, beautiful arrangements.
b. Provide a background for the materials.
c. Store diverse items in matching containers.
d. Group together similar materials with di- erent attributes.
e. Give attention to size, scale and levels.
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IN THE FOUNDATION PHASE
RDF2601
ASSIGNMENT 03
PORTFOLIO
2022
1
, QUESTION 1: (10)
Curtis and Carter (2008:55) discuss several principles that should be taken into
consideration when trying to enhance the effectiveness of resource materials.
These principles are listed in the study guide for RDF2601 and are defined in
more detail in the e-reserves on myUnisa.
1.1 Give FIVE (5) principles for examining the elements and possibilities of
materials. (5)
a) Select materials using an enhanced view of children.
b) Invent new possibilities for familiar materials.
c) Draw on the aesthetic qualities of materials.
d) Choose materials that can be transformed.
e) Provide real tools and quality materials
1.2 Explain FIVE (5) principles for arranging materials as invitations for focus
and intention. (5)
a. Create orderly, beautiful arrangements.
b. Provide a background for the materials.
c. Store diverse items in matching containers.
d. Group together similar materials with di- erent attributes.
e. Give attention to size, scale and levels.
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