PSC1501
ASSIGNMENT 4 (Year Module)
DUE DATE: 16 August 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than …August 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
QUESTION 1
1. Explain the following concepts or terms in your own words and indicate the unit and page
numbers in the study guide where you found the theory for answering this question.
1.1. Application
ANSWER:
Application in the context of learning refers to the ability to use knowledge, skills, and
understanding in real-world scenarios or new situations. It involves taking what has been
learned in a theoretical or classroom setting and putting it into practice in a practical,
meaningful way (Unit 3, Page 36).
1.2. Learning the scientific approach
ANSWER:
Learning the scientific approach involves understanding and applying the systematic
methods scientists use to investigate phenomena, acquire new knowledge, or correct and
integrate previous knowledge. According to Unit 3 (page 35), this includes forming
hypotheses, conducting experiments, observing and recording results, and drawing
conclusions based on evidence.
ASSIGNMENT 4 (Year Module)
DUE DATE: 16 August 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than …August 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
QUESTION 1
1. Explain the following concepts or terms in your own words and indicate the unit and page
numbers in the study guide where you found the theory for answering this question.
1.1. Application
ANSWER:
Application in the context of learning refers to the ability to use knowledge, skills, and
understanding in real-world scenarios or new situations. It involves taking what has been
learned in a theoretical or classroom setting and putting it into practice in a practical,
meaningful way (Unit 3, Page 36).
1.2. Learning the scientific approach
ANSWER:
Learning the scientific approach involves understanding and applying the systematic
methods scientists use to investigate phenomena, acquire new knowledge, or correct and
integrate previous knowledge. According to Unit 3 (page 35), this includes forming
hypotheses, conducting experiments, observing and recording results, and drawing
conclusions based on evidence.
