Cus3701
Assessment 3
Semester 1
Student Number
Unique number
751497
Due date 27 July 2023
Questions and SOLUTIONS
QUESTION 1
The way we interpret the world around us is determined partly by our beliefs, values and
norms, but mostly by contextual influences. The educator’s interpretation and
implementation of a curriculum is also influenced by the context. Choices regarding
planning and designing a learning programme, the inclusion of particular instructional
strategies and the practical application are embedded in knowledge and the
understanding of the educational situation. Influences ranging from the political, social
and economic culture to the norms and knowledge structures of educators affect teaching
and learning.
Taking the above into consideration, critically discuss the following:
1.1 A socio-constructivist’s view (Vygotsky) of the impact of context on curriculum
implementation (7 marks). Do you agree with his view (1 mark)? Justify your answer (2
marks). (10)
1.2 The influence of changes in the South African context on curriculum by referring
briefly to the most important economic, social and political forces. (20)
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Assessment 3
Semester 1
Student Number
Unique number
751497
Due date 27 July 2023
Questions and SOLUTIONS
QUESTION 1
The way we interpret the world around us is determined partly by our beliefs, values and
norms, but mostly by contextual influences. The educator’s interpretation and
implementation of a curriculum is also influenced by the context. Choices regarding
planning and designing a learning programme, the inclusion of particular instructional
strategies and the practical application are embedded in knowledge and the
understanding of the educational situation. Influences ranging from the political, social
and economic culture to the norms and knowledge structures of educators affect teaching
and learning.
Taking the above into consideration, critically discuss the following:
1.1 A socio-constructivist’s view (Vygotsky) of the impact of context on curriculum
implementation (7 marks). Do you agree with his view (1 mark)? Justify your answer (2
marks). (10)
1.2 The influence of changes in the South African context on curriculum by referring
briefly to the most important economic, social and political forces. (20)
[30]
