TMN3702
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE DATE: 30 MAY 2025
,QUESTION 1: THE CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT POLICY STATEMENT
(CAPS)
You are teaching a Grade 4 English Home Language lesson focused on developing
learners’ listening and speaking skills, in line with CAPS requirements. Drawing on the
progression of listening and speaking competencies from Grades 3 and the
expectations for the Intermediate
Phase, design an activity that:
1.1 Oral Activity and Objective
The oral activity is called "Weather Reporter." In this activity, each Grade 4 learner will
take turns being a "weather reporter," where they describe the current weather in their
town or school area. The task will involve using a weather chart and other visuals e.g.,
pictures of the sun, clouds, rain) to make accurate descriptions. Learners will practice
using descriptive language e.g., "It is a sunny day with a few clouds", give a short
weather forecast, and engage in a brief Q&A session where other learners ask
questions about the weather.
The objective of the activity is to develop learners' ability to listen attentively to others,
speak clearly with correct pronunciation, use appropriate vocabulary to describe their
environment, and practice questioning and answering skills. This will help build fluency
in oral communication by encouraging purposeful speaking and listening.
1.2 Foundation Phase Listening and Speaking Outcomes
, This activity builds on key outcomes from the Foundation Phase, Grade 3, which
include:
Listening attentively to short descriptions and instructions: In Grade 3, learners listen to
simple instructions and respond accordingly. In the "Weather Reporter" activity, learners
will listen attentively to their peers' descriptions of the weather and then ask or answer
questions.
Describing people, places, and things
In Grade 3, learners are expected to describe everyday experiences, objects, or people.
In this activity, learners will practice descriptive language by talking about the weather
(e.g., sunny, cloudy, rainy).
Participating in conversations and discussions
In Grade 3, learners participate in group discussions, answering and asking questions.
This activity involves a Q&A segment, promoting active participation in discussions.
1.3 Alignment with Intermediate Phase CAPS Expectations
The activity aligns with the Intermediate Phase CAPS expectations for oral
language
Developing listening and speaking skills
According to the CAPS, learners should be encouraged to speak in different
contexts e.g., storytelling, giving instructions, making simple descriptions. The
"Weather Reporter" activity helps learners practice these skills by engaging in
descriptive and informative speech.
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE DATE: 30 MAY 2025
,QUESTION 1: THE CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT POLICY STATEMENT
(CAPS)
You are teaching a Grade 4 English Home Language lesson focused on developing
learners’ listening and speaking skills, in line with CAPS requirements. Drawing on the
progression of listening and speaking competencies from Grades 3 and the
expectations for the Intermediate
Phase, design an activity that:
1.1 Oral Activity and Objective
The oral activity is called "Weather Reporter." In this activity, each Grade 4 learner will
take turns being a "weather reporter," where they describe the current weather in their
town or school area. The task will involve using a weather chart and other visuals e.g.,
pictures of the sun, clouds, rain) to make accurate descriptions. Learners will practice
using descriptive language e.g., "It is a sunny day with a few clouds", give a short
weather forecast, and engage in a brief Q&A session where other learners ask
questions about the weather.
The objective of the activity is to develop learners' ability to listen attentively to others,
speak clearly with correct pronunciation, use appropriate vocabulary to describe their
environment, and practice questioning and answering skills. This will help build fluency
in oral communication by encouraging purposeful speaking and listening.
1.2 Foundation Phase Listening and Speaking Outcomes
, This activity builds on key outcomes from the Foundation Phase, Grade 3, which
include:
Listening attentively to short descriptions and instructions: In Grade 3, learners listen to
simple instructions and respond accordingly. In the "Weather Reporter" activity, learners
will listen attentively to their peers' descriptions of the weather and then ask or answer
questions.
Describing people, places, and things
In Grade 3, learners are expected to describe everyday experiences, objects, or people.
In this activity, learners will practice descriptive language by talking about the weather
(e.g., sunny, cloudy, rainy).
Participating in conversations and discussions
In Grade 3, learners participate in group discussions, answering and asking questions.
This activity involves a Q&A segment, promoting active participation in discussions.
1.3 Alignment with Intermediate Phase CAPS Expectations
The activity aligns with the Intermediate Phase CAPS expectations for oral
language
Developing listening and speaking skills
According to the CAPS, learners should be encouraged to speak in different
contexts e.g., storytelling, giving instructions, making simple descriptions. The
"Weather Reporter" activity helps learners practice these skills by engaging in
descriptive and informative speech.
