TAM2601 EXAM
PACK 2024/2025
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Question 1
Read the abstract below and then answer the questions that follow:
When discussing stress and well-being among educators, specifically lectures in
Malaysian public universities, it is important to follow sequences such as the role of
educators in a public university, the understanding of the stress phenomenon
among educators, factors that play a role, and the effects of stress on educators in
higher education as a whole. Lastly, this discussion will also touch on self-care and
stress management for educators.
Stress is an important phenomenon and is often associated with the job
performance, health, and productivity level of an individual or employee. Stress can
affect the productivity of employees as well as the quality delivered by employees
(otherwise handled well and effectively). Thus, work stress can have a negative
impact on the health of the employee and hence on the well-being of the individual.
Stress can be regarded as a natural feeling; it is designed to help you cope with
challenging situations. In small amounts, it can be good, because it pushes
individuals to work hard and to do their best in anything they pursue. (By Nurul
Naimah Rose, Aida Shakila Ishak, Fauziah Ismail, Siti Norayu Mohd Basir, and Nur
Qurratul’ Aini Ismail, 2022).
1.1. Based on what you learned in this module, describe ten causes of educator stress.
(10)
1.2. As an educator, demonstrate how you would deal with anger constructively. (10)
1.1. Ten Causes of Educator Stress
Based on the information provided in the abstract and what has been learned from this
module, the following are ten possible causes of stress among educators, particularly in
a higher education context like Malaysian public universities:
1. Heavy Workload: Balancing teaching, research, and administrative
responsibilities can overwhelm educators, especially when they are expected to
publish research regularly.
2. Time Management: Lecturers often struggle with limited time to complete tasks,
such as grading, preparing lectures, and mentoring students, leading to stress
from insufficient time.
, 3. Inadequate Resources: Limited access to teaching materials, funding for
research, or technological support can contribute to feelings of frustration and
stress.
4. High Student Expectations: Pressure to meet the academic needs of students,
answer queries, and provide sufficient feedback can create stress.
5. Administrative Responsibilities: Educators are frequently burdened with non-
teaching duties, such as attending meetings, handling bureaucratic tasks, and
ensuring compliance with institutional policies.
6. Job Insecurity: In some cases, lecturers face uncertainties around contract
renewals or tenure, leading to stress about their professional future.
7. Lack of Professional Development: The absence of opportunities for further
training, upskilling, or growth in the profession can cause feelings of stagnation
and stress.
8. Poor Work-Life Balance: The demands of the job can make it difficult for
educators to maintain a balance between their professional and personal lives.
9. Pressure to Publish: Academics are often under pressure to publish research
work in reputable journals, which can cause stress due to tight deadlines and
high competition.
10. Lack of Collegial Support: A toxic or unsupportive work environment, including
conflicts with colleagues or a lack of collaboration, can significantly increase
stress.
1.2. Constructive Ways to Deal with Anger as an Educator
Anger is a natural emotion, but dealing with it constructively is essential for maintaining
professionalism and emotional well-being. As an educator, the following strategies can
help manage and channel anger productively:
1. Self-Awareness: Recognize the early signs of anger, such as increased heart
rate or tension. Understanding triggers allows for more controlled responses.
2. Pause and Reflect: When feeling angry, take a moment to breathe deeply and
assess the situation objectively. This helps prevent impulsive reactions.
3. Use "I" Statements: When addressing the source of anger, express feelings
without blaming others. For example, saying "I feel frustrated when..." rather than
"You make me angry."
4. Practice Active Listening: Listen to others' perspectives without interrupting or
assuming negative intent. This helps reduce misunderstandings and frustration.
5. Seek Solutions: Focus on finding solutions rather than dwelling on the problem.
Anger can be constructive when it leads to positive changes in situations.
, 6. Take a Break: Stepping away from a tense situation for a short walk or a few
moments of calm can help clear the mind and reduce the intensity of anger.
7. Engage in Physical Activity: Regular exercise or engaging in activities like yoga
or meditation can help release tension and manage emotions better.
8. Maintain a Professional Boundary: Separate personal emotions from
professional situations. Anger should not cloud judgment or impact interactions
with students or colleagues.
9. Talk to a Trusted Colleague: Sharing feelings with a supportive colleague can
provide an outlet for frustration and offer a different perspective on the situation.
10. Engage in Stress Management Techniques: Regularly practicing mindfulness,
deep breathing, or progressive muscle relaxation can help manage stress, which
often underlies anger.
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Question 2
Analyse how you would apply management functions to teaching and learning in the
classroom. (20)
Applying Management Functions to Teaching and Learning in the Classroom
Effective classroom management requires the application of key management functions
to create a conducive learning environment, ensure student engagement, and achieve
educational goals. The following outlines how the core management functions —
planning, organizing, leading, and controlling — can be applied to teaching and
learning in the classroom.
1. Planning
Planning is the foundation of effective classroom management, as it involves setting
objectives, determining resources, and designing instructional strategies.
• Curriculum and Lesson Planning: Teachers must carefully plan lessons in
alignment with the curriculum, setting clear learning objectives for each lesson or
PACK 2024/2025
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
[DATE]
[COMPANY NAME]
[Company address]
,TAM2601 EXAM PACK 2024
Question 1
Read the abstract below and then answer the questions that follow:
When discussing stress and well-being among educators, specifically lectures in
Malaysian public universities, it is important to follow sequences such as the role of
educators in a public university, the understanding of the stress phenomenon
among educators, factors that play a role, and the effects of stress on educators in
higher education as a whole. Lastly, this discussion will also touch on self-care and
stress management for educators.
Stress is an important phenomenon and is often associated with the job
performance, health, and productivity level of an individual or employee. Stress can
affect the productivity of employees as well as the quality delivered by employees
(otherwise handled well and effectively). Thus, work stress can have a negative
impact on the health of the employee and hence on the well-being of the individual.
Stress can be regarded as a natural feeling; it is designed to help you cope with
challenging situations. In small amounts, it can be good, because it pushes
individuals to work hard and to do their best in anything they pursue. (By Nurul
Naimah Rose, Aida Shakila Ishak, Fauziah Ismail, Siti Norayu Mohd Basir, and Nur
Qurratul’ Aini Ismail, 2022).
1.1. Based on what you learned in this module, describe ten causes of educator stress.
(10)
1.2. As an educator, demonstrate how you would deal with anger constructively. (10)
1.1. Ten Causes of Educator Stress
Based on the information provided in the abstract and what has been learned from this
module, the following are ten possible causes of stress among educators, particularly in
a higher education context like Malaysian public universities:
1. Heavy Workload: Balancing teaching, research, and administrative
responsibilities can overwhelm educators, especially when they are expected to
publish research regularly.
2. Time Management: Lecturers often struggle with limited time to complete tasks,
such as grading, preparing lectures, and mentoring students, leading to stress
from insufficient time.
, 3. Inadequate Resources: Limited access to teaching materials, funding for
research, or technological support can contribute to feelings of frustration and
stress.
4. High Student Expectations: Pressure to meet the academic needs of students,
answer queries, and provide sufficient feedback can create stress.
5. Administrative Responsibilities: Educators are frequently burdened with non-
teaching duties, such as attending meetings, handling bureaucratic tasks, and
ensuring compliance with institutional policies.
6. Job Insecurity: In some cases, lecturers face uncertainties around contract
renewals or tenure, leading to stress about their professional future.
7. Lack of Professional Development: The absence of opportunities for further
training, upskilling, or growth in the profession can cause feelings of stagnation
and stress.
8. Poor Work-Life Balance: The demands of the job can make it difficult for
educators to maintain a balance between their professional and personal lives.
9. Pressure to Publish: Academics are often under pressure to publish research
work in reputable journals, which can cause stress due to tight deadlines and
high competition.
10. Lack of Collegial Support: A toxic or unsupportive work environment, including
conflicts with colleagues or a lack of collaboration, can significantly increase
stress.
1.2. Constructive Ways to Deal with Anger as an Educator
Anger is a natural emotion, but dealing with it constructively is essential for maintaining
professionalism and emotional well-being. As an educator, the following strategies can
help manage and channel anger productively:
1. Self-Awareness: Recognize the early signs of anger, such as increased heart
rate or tension. Understanding triggers allows for more controlled responses.
2. Pause and Reflect: When feeling angry, take a moment to breathe deeply and
assess the situation objectively. This helps prevent impulsive reactions.
3. Use "I" Statements: When addressing the source of anger, express feelings
without blaming others. For example, saying "I feel frustrated when..." rather than
"You make me angry."
4. Practice Active Listening: Listen to others' perspectives without interrupting or
assuming negative intent. This helps reduce misunderstandings and frustration.
5. Seek Solutions: Focus on finding solutions rather than dwelling on the problem.
Anger can be constructive when it leads to positive changes in situations.
, 6. Take a Break: Stepping away from a tense situation for a short walk or a few
moments of calm can help clear the mind and reduce the intensity of anger.
7. Engage in Physical Activity: Regular exercise or engaging in activities like yoga
or meditation can help release tension and manage emotions better.
8. Maintain a Professional Boundary: Separate personal emotions from
professional situations. Anger should not cloud judgment or impact interactions
with students or colleagues.
9. Talk to a Trusted Colleague: Sharing feelings with a supportive colleague can
provide an outlet for frustration and offer a different perspective on the situation.
10. Engage in Stress Management Techniques: Regularly practicing mindfulness,
deep breathing, or progressive muscle relaxation can help manage stress, which
often underlies anger.
FOR A MORE DETAILED EXAM PACKS PLEASE REQUEST VIA
BELOW DETAILS AS S.T.UV.I.A DOESN’T ALLOW A DOUCUMENT
UPLOADED ON OTHER PLATFORMS. THANKS
For exam pack with questions and answers, quality notes, assignments and
exam help:
email:
WhatsApp: +254792947610
Question 2
Analyse how you would apply management functions to teaching and learning in the
classroom. (20)
Applying Management Functions to Teaching and Learning in the Classroom
Effective classroom management requires the application of key management functions
to create a conducive learning environment, ensure student engagement, and achieve
educational goals. The following outlines how the core management functions —
planning, organizing, leading, and controlling — can be applied to teaching and
learning in the classroom.
1. Planning
Planning is the foundation of effective classroom management, as it involves setting
objectives, determining resources, and designing instructional strategies.
• Curriculum and Lesson Planning: Teachers must carefully plan lessons in
alignment with the curriculum, setting clear learning objectives for each lesson or
