CMG3701
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE: 28 MAY 2025 (MEMO)
,ASSIGNMENT 02: COMPULSORY
UNIQUE NUMBER: 831964
CLOSING DATE: 28 MAY 2025
NB: This assignment, which is compulsory, contributes seven (7) per cent to your
year mark. No extensions will be granted after the submission deadline. Start
working on it promptly to prevent unforeseen challenges that may disrupt your
studies. Submit your work on time to avoid last-minute congestion and potential
disruptions due to load-shedding/load reduction.
QUESTION 1
Scenario: Adapted from CMG study guide and prescribed book (1st ed., 2019)
Ms. Peterson was a dedicated and innovative educator who recognised the
importance of motivation in fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
She believed motivation was pivotal to learners' academic success and personal
development. To cultivate intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, she implemented
strategies encouraging goal setting, self-regulation and perseverance among her
learners. Understanding that a structured yet flexible classroom environment
enhanced learner participation, she actively involved learners in co-creating
classroom rules and expectations. This approach empowered learners to take
ownership of their learning environment, and fostered responsibility and self-
discipline in them. She also used diverse teaching methodologies such as project-
based learning, peer collaboration and differentiated instruction, to accommodate
multiple intelligences and learning preferences.
Ms. Peterson valued positive reinforcement and provided timely feedback to
enhance learners' self-efficacy. She integrated real-world applications into her
lessons, making learning relevant and meaningful.
In addition, she established strong educator–learner relationships by demonstrating
empathy, active listening and open communication. She encouraged cultural
inclusivity and socialisation by incorporating intercultural exchanges and
collaborative activities. To further enrich the learning experience, Ms. Peterson
designed her classroom to be aesthetically stimulating and conducive to learning.
Visual aids, interactive displays and flexible seating arrangements optimised
1
, engagement. She also recognised the importance of parental involvement, and
worked closely with families to bridge home and school learning experiences.
Through these holistic efforts, Ms. Peterson successfully nurtured a learning
environment in which learners felt motivated, valued and capable of achieving their
full potential.
Answer the following questions based on the scenario above.
QUESTION 1
1.1. Apply the strategies which Ms. Peterson used to a real-life classroom
scenario where learners exhibit low motivation. How would you modify her
approach to suit different learning contexts?
In a real-life classroom where learners display low motivation such as a Grade 8
class in a rural South African school where absenteeism is high, learners are often
disengaged, and performance is poor. Ms. Peterson’s strategies can be adapted to
reignite learner interest and foster motivation.
Cultivating Motivation through Goal-Setting and Self-Regulation
Ms. Peterson’s focus on intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and applied by
encouraging learners to set personal academic goals e.g., improving mathematics
test scores.
Teaching them self-monitoring skills like using a goal chart or journal to track
progress.
Modification in this rural context, simplified goal-setting templates and verbal
check-ins could replace digital tools due to limited access to technology.
Co-Creation of Classroom Rules
To give learners a sense of ownership, the educator can host a class discussion
on acceptable behavior and expectations. Involve learners in designing a “Class
Constitution”, fostering responsibility and self-discipline.
Modification
2
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE: 28 MAY 2025 (MEMO)
,ASSIGNMENT 02: COMPULSORY
UNIQUE NUMBER: 831964
CLOSING DATE: 28 MAY 2025
NB: This assignment, which is compulsory, contributes seven (7) per cent to your
year mark. No extensions will be granted after the submission deadline. Start
working on it promptly to prevent unforeseen challenges that may disrupt your
studies. Submit your work on time to avoid last-minute congestion and potential
disruptions due to load-shedding/load reduction.
QUESTION 1
Scenario: Adapted from CMG study guide and prescribed book (1st ed., 2019)
Ms. Peterson was a dedicated and innovative educator who recognised the
importance of motivation in fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
She believed motivation was pivotal to learners' academic success and personal
development. To cultivate intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, she implemented
strategies encouraging goal setting, self-regulation and perseverance among her
learners. Understanding that a structured yet flexible classroom environment
enhanced learner participation, she actively involved learners in co-creating
classroom rules and expectations. This approach empowered learners to take
ownership of their learning environment, and fostered responsibility and self-
discipline in them. She also used diverse teaching methodologies such as project-
based learning, peer collaboration and differentiated instruction, to accommodate
multiple intelligences and learning preferences.
Ms. Peterson valued positive reinforcement and provided timely feedback to
enhance learners' self-efficacy. She integrated real-world applications into her
lessons, making learning relevant and meaningful.
In addition, she established strong educator–learner relationships by demonstrating
empathy, active listening and open communication. She encouraged cultural
inclusivity and socialisation by incorporating intercultural exchanges and
collaborative activities. To further enrich the learning experience, Ms. Peterson
designed her classroom to be aesthetically stimulating and conducive to learning.
Visual aids, interactive displays and flexible seating arrangements optimised
1
, engagement. She also recognised the importance of parental involvement, and
worked closely with families to bridge home and school learning experiences.
Through these holistic efforts, Ms. Peterson successfully nurtured a learning
environment in which learners felt motivated, valued and capable of achieving their
full potential.
Answer the following questions based on the scenario above.
QUESTION 1
1.1. Apply the strategies which Ms. Peterson used to a real-life classroom
scenario where learners exhibit low motivation. How would you modify her
approach to suit different learning contexts?
In a real-life classroom where learners display low motivation such as a Grade 8
class in a rural South African school where absenteeism is high, learners are often
disengaged, and performance is poor. Ms. Peterson’s strategies can be adapted to
reignite learner interest and foster motivation.
Cultivating Motivation through Goal-Setting and Self-Regulation
Ms. Peterson’s focus on intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and applied by
encouraging learners to set personal academic goals e.g., improving mathematics
test scores.
Teaching them self-monitoring skills like using a goal chart or journal to track
progress.
Modification in this rural context, simplified goal-setting templates and verbal
check-ins could replace digital tools due to limited access to technology.
Co-Creation of Classroom Rules
To give learners a sense of ownership, the educator can host a class discussion
on acceptable behavior and expectations. Involve learners in designing a “Class
Constitution”, fostering responsibility and self-discipline.
Modification
2
