LOLA JACOBS ASSIGNMENTS © 2024
CDE3701
ASSIGNMENT NO: 02
YEAR : 2024
PREVIEW:
How would you define code-switching in the South African classroom context? Address how
Mrs du Toit can use code-switching to ensure that it does not hinder the learning
progress of the learners in her classroom, while still acknowledging and respecting the
learners’ linguistic diversity. (4)
• Code-switching in the South African classroom context refers to the practice of
alternating between two or more languages within a single conversation or
interaction. Mrs. du Toit can use code-switching to ensure that it does not hinder
the learning progress of the learners in her classroom by promoting a balanced
approach. She can encourage learners to use their home language and English
interchangeably in discussions and activities. This approach acknowledges and
respects the learners’ linguistic diversity, allowing them to feel comfortable
expressing themselves in the language they are most proficient in while also
developing their English language skills.
, ASSESSMENT 2
Compulsory: Contributes % to your year mark
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer all the questions.
• Number your answers correctly and take note of the mark allocation for each question.
• Write neatly or type your assessment.
• Read each question carefully and refer to the study guide for information on how to answer
the questions.
• Where the questions require you to apply your knowledge, the answers must be in your own
words.
• Upload your assessment on myUnisa as per the Unisa requirements.
QUESTION 1: (30)
CASE STUDY
Mrs du Toit is a teacher in a South African school with learners who are exposed to
multiple languages before the age of six. In her diverse classroom, she has learners
who come from different language backgrounds, including Nguni, Sotho, English
and Afrikaans. As a teacher, she observes that some learners in her classroom
frequently code-switch between English and other indigenous languages,
particularly during informal conversations.
Carefully read the case study and answer the questions below:
1.1 How would you define code-switching in the South African classroom context? Address
how Mrs du Toit can use code-switching to ensure that it does not hinder the learning
progress of the learners in her classroom, while still acknowledging and respecting the
learners’ linguistic diversity. (4)
• Code-switching in the South African classroom context refers to the practice of
alternating between two or more languages within a single conversation or
interaction. Mrs. du Toit can use code-switching to ensure that it does not hinder
the learning progress of the learners in her classroom by promoting a balanced
approach. She can encourage learners to use their home language and English
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CDE3701
ASSIGNMENT NO: 02
YEAR : 2024
PREVIEW:
How would you define code-switching in the South African classroom context? Address how
Mrs du Toit can use code-switching to ensure that it does not hinder the learning
progress of the learners in her classroom, while still acknowledging and respecting the
learners’ linguistic diversity. (4)
• Code-switching in the South African classroom context refers to the practice of
alternating between two or more languages within a single conversation or
interaction. Mrs. du Toit can use code-switching to ensure that it does not hinder
the learning progress of the learners in her classroom by promoting a balanced
approach. She can encourage learners to use their home language and English
interchangeably in discussions and activities. This approach acknowledges and
respects the learners’ linguistic diversity, allowing them to feel comfortable
expressing themselves in the language they are most proficient in while also
developing their English language skills.
, ASSESSMENT 2
Compulsory: Contributes % to your year mark
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer all the questions.
• Number your answers correctly and take note of the mark allocation for each question.
• Write neatly or type your assessment.
• Read each question carefully and refer to the study guide for information on how to answer
the questions.
• Where the questions require you to apply your knowledge, the answers must be in your own
words.
• Upload your assessment on myUnisa as per the Unisa requirements.
QUESTION 1: (30)
CASE STUDY
Mrs du Toit is a teacher in a South African school with learners who are exposed to
multiple languages before the age of six. In her diverse classroom, she has learners
who come from different language backgrounds, including Nguni, Sotho, English
and Afrikaans. As a teacher, she observes that some learners in her classroom
frequently code-switch between English and other indigenous languages,
particularly during informal conversations.
Carefully read the case study and answer the questions below:
1.1 How would you define code-switching in the South African classroom context? Address
how Mrs du Toit can use code-switching to ensure that it does not hinder the learning
progress of the learners in her classroom, while still acknowledging and respecting the
learners’ linguistic diversity. (4)
• Code-switching in the South African classroom context refers to the practice of
alternating between two or more languages within a single conversation or
interaction. Mrs. du Toit can use code-switching to ensure that it does not hinder
the learning progress of the learners in her classroom by promoting a balanced
approach. She can encourage learners to use their home language and English
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