ENG1515 EXAM ANSWERS
ENG1515 PORTFOLIO ANSWERS
0CT/NOV
2023
SECTION A: INTEGRATED CONTENT AND TEXT- BASED QUESTIONS
Question 1
In this module you were introduced to several key concepts that are necessary for you to
know and understand to be able to teach English effectively. Two of these concepts are
mentioned below. In your own words, define these concepts. Do NOT copy the definitions
from the study material or any other source(s); marks will be deducted.
1.1 Critical literacy (3 marks)
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Language understood through the active application of knowledge. Critical literacy (being
able to view a text critically and understand the layers of meaning). Critical literacy
means reading and understanding things carefully, thinking about what they really mean,
and questioning what you read to make sure you're not being misled or missing
important information.
1.2 Cohesion (3 marks)
Refers to how closely related or focused the parts of something are to a common
purpose or theme. It's about how well the components or elements of a group or system
work together and stay connected. High cohesion means the parts are strongly related,
while low cohesion means they are less related or have weaker connections.
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ENG1515 PORTFOLIO ANSWERS
0CT/NOV
2023
SECTION A: INTEGRATED CONTENT AND TEXT- BASED QUESTIONS
Question 1
In this module you were introduced to several key concepts that are necessary for you to
know and understand to be able to teach English effectively. Two of these concepts are
mentioned below. In your own words, define these concepts. Do NOT copy the definitions
from the study material or any other source(s); marks will be deducted.
1.1 Critical literacy (3 marks)
PAGE 18
Language understood through the active application of knowledge. Critical literacy (being
able to view a text critically and understand the layers of meaning). Critical literacy
means reading and understanding things carefully, thinking about what they really mean,
and questioning what you read to make sure you're not being misled or missing
important information.
1.2 Cohesion (3 marks)
Refers to how closely related or focused the parts of something are to a common
purpose or theme. It's about how well the components or elements of a group or system
work together and stay connected. High cohesion means the parts are strongly related,
while low cohesion means they are less related or have weaker connections.
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