CDE2601 Assignment 4 (DETAILED ANSWERS) 2024 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED

CDE2601 Assignment 4 (DETAILED ANSWERS) 2024 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED Answers, guidelines, workings and references .... QUESTION 1: (25) 1.1 List then define the pre-linguistic and the adult-like language stages in language development. (4) 1.2 Explain the concept of emergent literacy and its significance in a learner's language development and highlight how emergent literacy lays the foundation for later reading and writing skills. (3) 1.3 Critically discuss the importance of the Grade R year in the acquisition of language skills and discuss how teachers and parents or caregivers play a crucial role in fostering language development during this period. (4) 1.4 Describe the typical milestones and progressions observed in language development during this period. (4) 1.5 Analyse TWO (2) challenges that may arise during language development in learners and identify strategies that can support and promote language acquisition in the classroom or home environment. (4) 1.6 Critically explain how teachers and parents or caregivers can effectively address language-related difficulties in the following TWO (2) environments. - Teachers (at school) - Parents or caregivers (at home) (6) QUESTION 2: (25) 2.1 In your own words, explain the central idea behind Piaget's theory of learner's knowledge acquisition. (2) 2.2 Describe the concept of "schemes" as proposed by Piaget. How do learners develop and modify these schemes as they interact with their environment? (6) 2.3 Critically explain the process of assimilation in the context of Piaget's theory. Provide ONE (1) example of how learners assimilate new information into their existing knowledge. (3) 2.4 Differentiate between assimilation and accommodation according to Piaget's theory. Provide a real-life scenario where a child would need to use both processes to make sense of a new experience. (6) 4 2.5 Critically discuss the role of equilibrium in Piaget's theory of cognitive development and discuss how it relates to the balance between existing knowledge and new learning in a learner's mind. Provide ONE (1) example of a situation where a learner achieves equilibrium. (3) 2.6 Create a short activity that demonstrates how a Grade R teacher builds new knowledge onto existing knowledge in the classroom. Use any ONE (1) of the following topics: - Transport - Seasons - Farm animals - Healthy lifestyle - Safety (5) QUESTION 3 (25) "Research on the preschooler's home environment and delayed language acquisition (Lenyai 1992) conducted in the now Limpopo Province, established that cultural practices in the homes of the research subjects contributed significantly to their delayed language acquisition" (Study Guide 2023:104). 3.1 Discuss the cultural practices and their impact on language acquisition in rural families and highlight the influence of the home environment on learner's language development. (4) 3.2 Critically explain the significance of maternal sensitivity and warmth in fostering language acquisition in young learners. Provide TWO (2) examples of rewarding literacy interactions that contribute to linguistic growth. (5) 3.3 Use FIVE (5) factors to compare and contrast the language development of learners who have rich language exposure from parents with those who are mostly in the company of siblings and have limited interaction with adults. (10) 3.4 Critically discuss the implications of delayed language acquisition in learners during their early years due to their home environment. (3) 3.5 Discuss how teachers and parents or caregivers support learners with limited language exposure to overcome language challenges and foster linguistic growth. (3) CDE2601/ASSESSMENT 4/0/2024 5 QUESTION 4 (25) 4.1 Create a classroom newsletter using the template below. Populate all the relevant information assuming that you have exciting and educational plans for the week. Use the sub-headings to guide your content. (Use the template at the end of the assessment question paper.) (20) 4.2 Write a short report sharing FIVE (5) reasons detailing why it is important to create and share the classroom newsletter with learners and parents during early childhood education. Specify your school or classroom context and grade.