LEARNING UNIT 4: MULTIPLE TEACHING AND LEARNING STRATEGIES TO MEDIATE LEARNING
OVERVIEW
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In learning units 2 and 3, we explored various concepts relating to being a professional teacher and discussed the challenges teachers face in the c
an influence on teaching and learning in our diverse classrooms. In this unit we look at various teaching and learning strategies in order to help you
will hopefully inspire you and expand your thinking about effective approaches to teaching and learning to suit different contexts, different concep
therefore intends to give you the background and understanding of the teaching and learning strategies that facilitate effective learning as well as ho
A teaching strategy is described as the method, or set of methods a teacher uses to help facilitate learning, whether face-to-face in a classroom o
develop skills that will help them to think critically and keep (them) learners on task. It is therefore the responsibility of the teacher to select appropria
Research informs us that there are a multitude of teaching strategies that can be used effectively to teach diverse learners (Saravia-Shore, 2011). T
diverse families and those from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Regardless of where learners come from, the teaching strategies applied whe
learning unit.
Teaching Strategies: http://www.missclub.info/dimagetncd-teaching-strategies.htm
However, the strategies of teaching should then vary according to the grade level, the subject you intend to teach and even the topic being delivered
to facilitate. You should be aware that the learners you teach are different in many ways. For example, you will find that some are comfortable whe
when you give them an opportunity to interact with their peers or use an interactive teaching method. You will also find some advanced learners wh
depends on how you understand your learners. So, you need to do your best to make sure that they all participate in the learning process. Nonethele
will explore all these issues in more depth later.
The diagram below shows Learning Unit 4 is structured
4.2 THE VALUE AND PURPOSE OF THE CURRICULUM
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I have never come across a very clear and distinct definition of the term “curriculum”. I, therefore, have to conclude that it is difficult to define “cu
confusion. Nkomo (2000) contends that definitions of curriculum can range from rather narrow interpretations to broad, all-encompassing interpret
curriculum, or its entire sum of lessons and teachings, is designed to improve school results or help learners learn the foundation skills. An individu
school year.
http://www.google.co.za/imgres?imgurl=http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/05/24/article-2330445-02A2D311000004B0-99_634x417.jpg&imgrefurl=
performance-classroom.html&h=417&w=634&tbnid=RGAUe_jtWqrzXM:&zoom=1&docid=recf6iLDWNjJFM&ei=NdZIVI6YAqqu7gaDw4GwCQ&tbm=is
However, research informs us that the role of curriculum is to provide quality learning for all learners, irrespective of their background. Furthermo
curriculum is difficult to define, it plays a very significant role in teaching and learning. The following can be attested to the important role it plays: It
determines whether education is inclusive by ensuring equitable learning opportunities
provides the structure for providing quality learning, especially where teachers might be under-qualified and inexperienced or placed in an unde
articulates both the competencies necessary for lifelong learning and the competencies needed for holistic development.
Stabback (2016) therefore argues that curriculum lies at the crossroads of the tenets that education should be inclusive and equitable, character
development? What do you think? We will learn more as we engage in curriculum matters.
Look at the pictures below and think in terms of curriculum. What do you think is happening in each of pictures below?
Secondly, explain your understanding of the process/structure given below:
, Curriculum design: https://www.haikudeck.com/curriculum-design-uncategorized-presentation-He7R5Fq50g
4.2.1 THE TYPES AND MODELS OF CURRICULUM
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You need to understand that a curriculum is not static, it is dynamic and evolves. It has to change with the times because societies are progressing a
directs teachers on what needs to be taught and what learners must learn. The purpose of making sure teachers, learners and the society at large is
the years of learning should relate to the needs and prepare learners to meet the demands of the particular nation, community or workplace for whic
particular teaching knowledge, skills, attitudes and values. Some of these issues will be similar in the health profession (e.g. high-level learning sk
curricula.
A curriculum is meant to help you, the teacher, decide on what, when and how to teach. It may be regarded then as a roadmap that directs your teach
curriculum guidelines in slightly different ways. You are therefore responsible for the decisions you make about how best to engage with the lea
significant and multiple roles. It determines the type of curriculum used, including the educational philosophy, approach to teaching you plan to use
in Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS), you still have a huge responsibility of making sure your lessons are well-paced and approp
2030 Curriculum Project: http://www.google.co.za/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwigw-qe__nUAhVB
underway/&psig=AFQjCNFrFIf93Nz2GVTu1RyfceUMsb7Okg&ust=1499613771347539
The activities below will help you learn more and help you understand the issues around curriculum.
ACTIVITY 4.1
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PLEASE NOTE:
1. THIS ACTIVITITY IS CONDUCTED IN THREE STAGES. FOLLOW THE STAGES
INDICATED BELOW TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THE TOPIC UNDER DISCUSSION.
2. KINDLY POST YOUR RESPONSES FOR THIS ACTIVITY IN YOUR BLOG. POSTING
YOUR RESPONSES IN YOUR BLOG WILL GIVE YOU 5% OF YOUR OVERALL
ASSIGNMENT MARK
3. AT LEAST FOUR MEMBERS IN YOUR GROUP SHOULD COMMENT ON YOUR
POSTING.
STAGE 1: Pre-Video Watching
Instructions:
1. Spend at least five minutes brainstorming ideas about your understanding of the meaning or definition of a curriculum.
2. On the basis of your brainstorm, formulate some questions that you hope the video you are about to watch will help to answer.
STAGE 2: Video Watching
Click on the websites listed below and watch the video clips. Make notes while you are watching the videos and start your learning process immediat
Creative curriculum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKqjdSAvvpk
Curriculum approach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5AguDN48lU
Curriculum scaffolding learning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLXxcspCeK8
Curriculum debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ga40hQqBYek
Curriculum for sharing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4euCS1MYgs
Curriculum OBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G84uOMU2ofg
Curriculum debate 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN8oeQoz9NQ&feature=BFa&list=PL8A6CA2C38DFE8949&lf=plpp_video&index=7
STAGE 3: Post Video Watching:
Now that you have listened to the debates about the curriculum, and you have been provided with ideas and background information, the information
2. In your own words provide your understanding of the meaning of curriculum. It is much easier to provide an example with your explanation to h
4. In your own words, explain why you think the curriculum is important.
6. What are the different types of curriculum models you read about? Make a list and indicate the appropriate method/s of teaching next to each m
4.3 TEACHING IN A DIVERSE CLASSROOM
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The bulk of what and how children learn formally is learnt in the classroom. The classroom setting has a significant effect on how they learn. Teach
equally in the learning process. It is important to accept and embrace the view that our schools and classrooms today are more diverse, in terms o
OVERVIEW
Copyrighted Material - subject to fair use exception
In learning units 2 and 3, we explored various concepts relating to being a professional teacher and discussed the challenges teachers face in the c
an influence on teaching and learning in our diverse classrooms. In this unit we look at various teaching and learning strategies in order to help you
will hopefully inspire you and expand your thinking about effective approaches to teaching and learning to suit different contexts, different concep
therefore intends to give you the background and understanding of the teaching and learning strategies that facilitate effective learning as well as ho
A teaching strategy is described as the method, or set of methods a teacher uses to help facilitate learning, whether face-to-face in a classroom o
develop skills that will help them to think critically and keep (them) learners on task. It is therefore the responsibility of the teacher to select appropria
Research informs us that there are a multitude of teaching strategies that can be used effectively to teach diverse learners (Saravia-Shore, 2011). T
diverse families and those from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Regardless of where learners come from, the teaching strategies applied whe
learning unit.
Teaching Strategies: http://www.missclub.info/dimagetncd-teaching-strategies.htm
However, the strategies of teaching should then vary according to the grade level, the subject you intend to teach and even the topic being delivered
to facilitate. You should be aware that the learners you teach are different in many ways. For example, you will find that some are comfortable whe
when you give them an opportunity to interact with their peers or use an interactive teaching method. You will also find some advanced learners wh
depends on how you understand your learners. So, you need to do your best to make sure that they all participate in the learning process. Nonethele
will explore all these issues in more depth later.
The diagram below shows Learning Unit 4 is structured
4.2 THE VALUE AND PURPOSE OF THE CURRICULUM
Copyrighted Material - subject to fair use exception
I have never come across a very clear and distinct definition of the term “curriculum”. I, therefore, have to conclude that it is difficult to define “cu
confusion. Nkomo (2000) contends that definitions of curriculum can range from rather narrow interpretations to broad, all-encompassing interpret
curriculum, or its entire sum of lessons and teachings, is designed to improve school results or help learners learn the foundation skills. An individu
school year.
http://www.google.co.za/imgres?imgurl=http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/05/24/article-2330445-02A2D311000004B0-99_634x417.jpg&imgrefurl=
performance-classroom.html&h=417&w=634&tbnid=RGAUe_jtWqrzXM:&zoom=1&docid=recf6iLDWNjJFM&ei=NdZIVI6YAqqu7gaDw4GwCQ&tbm=is
However, research informs us that the role of curriculum is to provide quality learning for all learners, irrespective of their background. Furthermo
curriculum is difficult to define, it plays a very significant role in teaching and learning. The following can be attested to the important role it plays: It
determines whether education is inclusive by ensuring equitable learning opportunities
provides the structure for providing quality learning, especially where teachers might be under-qualified and inexperienced or placed in an unde
articulates both the competencies necessary for lifelong learning and the competencies needed for holistic development.
Stabback (2016) therefore argues that curriculum lies at the crossroads of the tenets that education should be inclusive and equitable, character
development? What do you think? We will learn more as we engage in curriculum matters.
Look at the pictures below and think in terms of curriculum. What do you think is happening in each of pictures below?
Secondly, explain your understanding of the process/structure given below:
, Curriculum design: https://www.haikudeck.com/curriculum-design-uncategorized-presentation-He7R5Fq50g
4.2.1 THE TYPES AND MODELS OF CURRICULUM
Copyrighted Material - subject to fair use exception
You need to understand that a curriculum is not static, it is dynamic and evolves. It has to change with the times because societies are progressing a
directs teachers on what needs to be taught and what learners must learn. The purpose of making sure teachers, learners and the society at large is
the years of learning should relate to the needs and prepare learners to meet the demands of the particular nation, community or workplace for whic
particular teaching knowledge, skills, attitudes and values. Some of these issues will be similar in the health profession (e.g. high-level learning sk
curricula.
A curriculum is meant to help you, the teacher, decide on what, when and how to teach. It may be regarded then as a roadmap that directs your teach
curriculum guidelines in slightly different ways. You are therefore responsible for the decisions you make about how best to engage with the lea
significant and multiple roles. It determines the type of curriculum used, including the educational philosophy, approach to teaching you plan to use
in Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS), you still have a huge responsibility of making sure your lessons are well-paced and approp
2030 Curriculum Project: http://www.google.co.za/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwigw-qe__nUAhVB
underway/&psig=AFQjCNFrFIf93Nz2GVTu1RyfceUMsb7Okg&ust=1499613771347539
The activities below will help you learn more and help you understand the issues around curriculum.
ACTIVITY 4.1
Copyrighted Material - subject to fair use exception
PLEASE NOTE:
1. THIS ACTIVITITY IS CONDUCTED IN THREE STAGES. FOLLOW THE STAGES
INDICATED BELOW TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THE TOPIC UNDER DISCUSSION.
2. KINDLY POST YOUR RESPONSES FOR THIS ACTIVITY IN YOUR BLOG. POSTING
YOUR RESPONSES IN YOUR BLOG WILL GIVE YOU 5% OF YOUR OVERALL
ASSIGNMENT MARK
3. AT LEAST FOUR MEMBERS IN YOUR GROUP SHOULD COMMENT ON YOUR
POSTING.
STAGE 1: Pre-Video Watching
Instructions:
1. Spend at least five minutes brainstorming ideas about your understanding of the meaning or definition of a curriculum.
2. On the basis of your brainstorm, formulate some questions that you hope the video you are about to watch will help to answer.
STAGE 2: Video Watching
Click on the websites listed below and watch the video clips. Make notes while you are watching the videos and start your learning process immediat
Creative curriculum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKqjdSAvvpk
Curriculum approach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5AguDN48lU
Curriculum scaffolding learning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLXxcspCeK8
Curriculum debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ga40hQqBYek
Curriculum for sharing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4euCS1MYgs
Curriculum OBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G84uOMU2ofg
Curriculum debate 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN8oeQoz9NQ&feature=BFa&list=PL8A6CA2C38DFE8949&lf=plpp_video&index=7
STAGE 3: Post Video Watching:
Now that you have listened to the debates about the curriculum, and you have been provided with ideas and background information, the information
2. In your own words provide your understanding of the meaning of curriculum. It is much easier to provide an example with your explanation to h
4. In your own words, explain why you think the curriculum is important.
6. What are the different types of curriculum models you read about? Make a list and indicate the appropriate method/s of teaching next to each m
4.3 TEACHING IN A DIVERSE CLASSROOM
Copyrighted Material - subject to fair use exception
The bulk of what and how children learn formally is learnt in the classroom. The classroom setting has a significant effect on how they learn. Teach
equally in the learning process. It is important to accept and embrace the view that our schools and classrooms today are more diverse, in terms o
