CHL2601 Assignment 10 (Detailed Answers) Due 10 October 2024

Question 1 [30] 1.1 What books would you choose to support Foundation Phase learners that are reading on the following levels? • the frustrational level (3) • the instructional reading level (3) • the independent reading level (3) 1.2 Think about and develop three innovative and creative ideas to make reading “cool” for learners in the Foundation Phase. (6) 1.3 Design a lesson in which you demonstrate the use of technology in storytelling. Your lesson must include the following components: Activities before storytelling 4 6 Introduction 3 Activities during storytelling 5 Activities after storytelling 3 Question 2 [40] 2.1 Choose any children’s story that can be used to strengthen the language of second language learners. a) Name the title and author of your story. Explain the criteria you have considered in choosing this specific book. Why is this specific book appropriate for strengthening the language skills of second language learners? (5) b) Develop three lesson plans to show how you will strengthen the language skills of second language learners. Lesson 1: Introducing the story and building vocabulary (30 minutes) (8) Lesson 2: Guided writing activity (30 minutes) (8) Lesson 3: Developing speaking (30 minutes) (8) Each lesson must have a clear aim (learning outcome), introduction, body and conclusion. Clearly indicate all the activities that you will be doing with the learners. 2.2 Research a few non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in South Africa that target the development and provision of children’s literature and literacy learning. a) Name four such organisations and briefly describe the work done by each of them. (8) b) Based on your research, indicate how you can use these organisations to provide you with resources and ideas to support literacy learning in the Foundation Phase. (3) Question 3 [15] 3.1 Explain how Lev Vygotsky’s theory of social constructivism will influence how you use children’s literature to develop literacy skills. (6) CHL2601/ASSESSMENT 10/2024 7 3.2 Select one children’s story and explain how you will use the storyline to help young learners to understand cause and effect. Give the name of the story and the author before you discuss it. (4) 3.3 Research and discuss the role of humour in children’s literature. Also identify two humorous books, and give their titles and the names of their authors. (5) Question 4 [15] Pick any theme appropriate for the Foundation Phase. You can consult the Curriculum and Assessment Policy for Life Skills in the Foundation Phase or the curriculum of the country where you are from to help you identify a theme. 4.1 Name the theme you have chosen and explain why that theme is appropriate for Foundation Phase learners. (1) 4.2 Select at least two fictional books (any genre) and two non - fictional books on your chosen theme. The books must be appropriate for learners in the Foundation Phase. List the titles and the authors under the headings “Fictional” and “Non-fictional”. (4) 4.3 Explain how you would use the books you have selected to develop and strengthen learners’ vocabulary. (5) 4.4 Explain how you would integrate visual art (illustrations) into a creative writing lesson (based on your chosen theme) aimed at developing characters and a plot for the story. (5) TOTAL = 100 MARK