RFP2601
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: JULY 2025
,Reading in the foundation Phase English
Table of Contents
QUESTION 1: Reading as an Essential Skill (30 Marks) ......................................... 2
1.1 Two Reasons Why Reading is an Essential Life Skill (6) .............................. 2
1.2 Importance of Developing Reading Skills in Foundation Phase (3) ............. 2
1.3 How Reading Competence Influences Self-Efficacy (6) ................................ 2
1.4 Reading and Decision-Making in Daily Life (6) .............................................. 2
1.5 Reasons for Reading Failure in South African Primary Schools (6) ............ 3
1.6 A World Without Reading Competence (3) ..................................................... 3
QUESTION 2: Creating a Print-Rich Environment (30 Marks) ................................ 3
2.1 Role of the Teacher in Establishing a Print-Rich Classroom (5) .................. 3
2.2 Benefits of a Print-Rich Classroom (6) ........................................................... 3
2.3 Grade Level and Classroom Library Setup (5) ............................................... 4
2.4 Three Resources and Their Support for Reading Development (9) ............. 4
2.5 Value of a Word Wall (5) ................................................................................... 4
QUESTION 3: Reading Theories and Approaches (40 Marks) ............................... 4
3.1 Key Characteristics of Reading Approaches (12) .......................................... 4
3.2 Picture-Based Questions ................................................................................. 5
3.3 Behaviourism in the Reading Classroom (6) .................................................. 6
3.4 MKO Role Using Vygotsky’s Theory (6).......................................................... 6
REFERENCES ............................................................................................................ 6
, QUESTION 1: Reading as an Essential Skill (30 Marks)
1.1 Two Reasons Why Reading is an Essential Life Skill (6)
1.1.1 Access to Information:
Reading allows individuals to access and process written information in everyday life—
such as signs, instructions, and online content—critical for functioning independently.
1.1.2 Cognitive Development:
It enhances critical thinking, vocabulary, and language development, laying the
foundation for learning in all other academic subjects.
1.2 Importance of Developing Reading Skills in Foundation Phase (3)
Early reading skills are vital for academic success, language acquisition, and self-
expression. These skills form the foundation for lifelong learning and are linked to higher
performance in later grades.
1.3 How Reading Competence Influences Self-Efficacy (6)
1.3.1 Confidence in Learning:
Learners who read well are more confident in their ability to handle academic tasks,
which boosts their belief in their capability to succeed.
1.3.2 Active Participation:
Reading fluency helps learners engage more in class discussions, improving their
motivation and classroom presence.
1.4 Reading and Decision-Making in Daily Life (6)
1.4.1 Interpreting Instructions:
Reading enables learners to follow instructions (e.g., reading a recipe or assembling a
toy).
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: JULY 2025
,Reading in the foundation Phase English
Table of Contents
QUESTION 1: Reading as an Essential Skill (30 Marks) ......................................... 2
1.1 Two Reasons Why Reading is an Essential Life Skill (6) .............................. 2
1.2 Importance of Developing Reading Skills in Foundation Phase (3) ............. 2
1.3 How Reading Competence Influences Self-Efficacy (6) ................................ 2
1.4 Reading and Decision-Making in Daily Life (6) .............................................. 2
1.5 Reasons for Reading Failure in South African Primary Schools (6) ............ 3
1.6 A World Without Reading Competence (3) ..................................................... 3
QUESTION 2: Creating a Print-Rich Environment (30 Marks) ................................ 3
2.1 Role of the Teacher in Establishing a Print-Rich Classroom (5) .................. 3
2.2 Benefits of a Print-Rich Classroom (6) ........................................................... 3
2.3 Grade Level and Classroom Library Setup (5) ............................................... 4
2.4 Three Resources and Their Support for Reading Development (9) ............. 4
2.5 Value of a Word Wall (5) ................................................................................... 4
QUESTION 3: Reading Theories and Approaches (40 Marks) ............................... 4
3.1 Key Characteristics of Reading Approaches (12) .......................................... 4
3.2 Picture-Based Questions ................................................................................. 5
3.3 Behaviourism in the Reading Classroom (6) .................................................. 6
3.4 MKO Role Using Vygotsky’s Theory (6).......................................................... 6
REFERENCES ............................................................................................................ 6
, QUESTION 1: Reading as an Essential Skill (30 Marks)
1.1 Two Reasons Why Reading is an Essential Life Skill (6)
1.1.1 Access to Information:
Reading allows individuals to access and process written information in everyday life—
such as signs, instructions, and online content—critical for functioning independently.
1.1.2 Cognitive Development:
It enhances critical thinking, vocabulary, and language development, laying the
foundation for learning in all other academic subjects.
1.2 Importance of Developing Reading Skills in Foundation Phase (3)
Early reading skills are vital for academic success, language acquisition, and self-
expression. These skills form the foundation for lifelong learning and are linked to higher
performance in later grades.
1.3 How Reading Competence Influences Self-Efficacy (6)
1.3.1 Confidence in Learning:
Learners who read well are more confident in their ability to handle academic tasks,
which boosts their belief in their capability to succeed.
1.3.2 Active Participation:
Reading fluency helps learners engage more in class discussions, improving their
motivation and classroom presence.
1.4 Reading and Decision-Making in Daily Life (6)
1.4.1 Interpreting Instructions:
Reading enables learners to follow instructions (e.g., reading a recipe or assembling a
toy).
