ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE DATE: 19 JUNE 2025
, ICA1501
Assessment 02: Learning Unit 1
Due 19 June 2025
QUESTION 1 (30 marks)
Read the following statement:
1.1) in your own words, describe what CAPS is and discuss its significance within
the South African education system.
CAPS stands for Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement. Adopted in January
2012, it replaced earlier curriculum documents like the Subject Statements and
Learning Programme Guidelines to create a single, comprehensive, and standardized
policy for each subject from Grade R to Grade 1.
Significance
CAPS ensures every teacher across the country follows the same clear curriculum,
reducing inconsistencies across regions and schools
It sets specific learning outcomes, minimum standards, and skills expectations for each
grade and subject
CAPS aligns education with democratic values and social justice, aiming to develop
critical thinkers and responsible citizens.
Provides defined time allocations, teaching strategies, and assessment guidelines for
structured and balanced teaching