PREVIEW
QUESTION 3
Introduction:
• This case study explores the
provision and use of
resource materials in a
Grade R class by discussing
with a Foundation Phase
teacher. The conversation
sheds light on the context of
the school, the purpose of
resources in teaching and
learning, the provision and
funding of these resources,
and the essential materials
that are or aren't provided by
the Department of Basic
Education (DBE)
Context
• The school in question is
located in an urban area with
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a diverse student population.
The physical environment is
well-maintained, with
spacious classrooms and a
playground for outdoor
activities. Financially, the
school is moderately
ASSIGNMENT 3 resourced, relying on a
combination of government
SEMESTER 2 funding and parental
contributions.
2024
NATALIE FOXX
, RDF2601/ASSESSMENT 3/0/2024
QUESTION 1: (40)
Read the following scenario:
You are appointed as a Gr R teacher in a rural area. When you entered your classroom
there were very little learning and teaching resources to work with. The school has also
depleted their budget to buy resources and you are just a young teacher with a small
income. You realise that you must do something about the situation and remembered that
you were taught during your studies that you can make use of recyclable/waste materials
to develop resources.
1.1 By using recyclable/waste material, make the following resources for your classroom.
A height chart?
Materials Needed:
• Cardboard (from old boxes)
• Ruler
• Marker pens
• Paint or colored paper
• Glue
• Scissors
• Tape measure or measuring tape
Steps in making the resource.
Paste photos illustrating the beginning, middle and end step in the making process.
Step 1 (3) Step 2 (3) Step 3 (3)
Cut the cardboard into long Use a ruler to mark the Decorate the height
strips, each about 10 cm measurements on the chart using paint,
wide and as tall as you can cardboard, starting from 0 cm markers, or colored
make them (ideally around at the bottom to the desired paper. You can add fun
1.5 to 2 meters). Make sure height at the top. Mark every designs, colors, or
the pieces are straight and 10 cm and label the numbers themes to make it
even. clearly with a marker. visually appealing for
children. Attach the
height chart to the
classroom wall.
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, In which subject will a height chart best be used? (1)
A height chart is best used in Mathematics for teaching measurements and numbers.
Finger puppets consisting of a mother, father, and a boy/girl
Materials Needed:
• Old fabric, felt, or socks
• Buttons or beads (for eyes)
• Yarn (for hair)
• Glue or needle and thread
• Scissors
• Markers
Steps in making the resource.
Paste photos illustrating the beginning, middle and end step in the making process.
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QUESTION 3
Introduction:
• This case study explores the
provision and use of
resource materials in a
Grade R class by discussing
with a Foundation Phase
teacher. The conversation
sheds light on the context of
the school, the purpose of
resources in teaching and
learning, the provision and
funding of these resources,
and the essential materials
that are or aren't provided by
the Department of Basic
Education (DBE)
Context
• The school in question is
located in an urban area with
RDF2601
a diverse student population.
The physical environment is
well-maintained, with
spacious classrooms and a
playground for outdoor
activities. Financially, the
school is moderately
ASSIGNMENT 3 resourced, relying on a
combination of government
SEMESTER 2 funding and parental
contributions.
2024
NATALIE FOXX
, RDF2601/ASSESSMENT 3/0/2024
QUESTION 1: (40)
Read the following scenario:
You are appointed as a Gr R teacher in a rural area. When you entered your classroom
there were very little learning and teaching resources to work with. The school has also
depleted their budget to buy resources and you are just a young teacher with a small
income. You realise that you must do something about the situation and remembered that
you were taught during your studies that you can make use of recyclable/waste materials
to develop resources.
1.1 By using recyclable/waste material, make the following resources for your classroom.
A height chart?
Materials Needed:
• Cardboard (from old boxes)
• Ruler
• Marker pens
• Paint or colored paper
• Glue
• Scissors
• Tape measure or measuring tape
Steps in making the resource.
Paste photos illustrating the beginning, middle and end step in the making process.
Step 1 (3) Step 2 (3) Step 3 (3)
Cut the cardboard into long Use a ruler to mark the Decorate the height
strips, each about 10 cm measurements on the chart using paint,
wide and as tall as you can cardboard, starting from 0 cm markers, or colored
make them (ideally around at the bottom to the desired paper. You can add fun
1.5 to 2 meters). Make sure height at the top. Mark every designs, colors, or
the pieces are straight and 10 cm and label the numbers themes to make it
even. clearly with a marker. visually appealing for
children. Attach the
height chart to the
classroom wall.
1
, In which subject will a height chart best be used? (1)
A height chart is best used in Mathematics for teaching measurements and numbers.
Finger puppets consisting of a mother, father, and a boy/girl
Materials Needed:
• Old fabric, felt, or socks
• Buttons or beads (for eyes)
• Yarn (for hair)
• Glue or needle and thread
• Scissors
• Markers
Steps in making the resource.
Paste photos illustrating the beginning, middle and end step in the making process.
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