, BPT1501 ASSIGNMENT 3 SEMESTER 1 2026
DUE DATE: 11 APRIL 2026
1. Topic
Integrating Indigenous Games into Teaching to Develop Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, and
Collaborative Learning Skills in the Classroom
This topic focuses on the use of indigenous games as pedagogical tools to enhance teaching and
learning across different subjects, particularly in developing learners’ cognitive, social, and
emotional competencies. It emphasises how traditional African games can be incorporated into
classroom practice to support curriculum outcomes while promoting culturally responsive
education. Through this approach, learners engage in active, experiential learning that
strengthens strategic thinking, communication, teamwork, and cultural identity, making learning
more meaningful, inclusive, and contextually relevant.
2. Indigenous Game
Morabaraba – A Traditional African Strategy Board Game
Overview
Morabaraba is a traditional African strategy board game widely played in Southern Africa,
especially in South Africa, Botswana, and Lesotho. It is part of indigenous knowledge systems and
DUE DATE: 11 APRIL 2026
1. Topic
Integrating Indigenous Games into Teaching to Develop Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, and
Collaborative Learning Skills in the Classroom
This topic focuses on the use of indigenous games as pedagogical tools to enhance teaching and
learning across different subjects, particularly in developing learners’ cognitive, social, and
emotional competencies. It emphasises how traditional African games can be incorporated into
classroom practice to support curriculum outcomes while promoting culturally responsive
education. Through this approach, learners engage in active, experiential learning that
strengthens strategic thinking, communication, teamwork, and cultural identity, making learning
more meaningful, inclusive, and contextually relevant.
2. Indigenous Game
Morabaraba – A Traditional African Strategy Board Game
Overview
Morabaraba is a traditional African strategy board game widely played in Southern Africa,
especially in South Africa, Botswana, and Lesotho. It is part of indigenous knowledge systems and
