ASSIGNMENT 02
QUESTION 1
1.1 Define the following terms with examples using your own words. If you copy from
the study guide, you will be penalised.
1.1.1 Remedial
Remedial means giving extra help to someone who is behind in learning or needs support to catch up. It
is used in schools when learners struggle with reading, writing, or maths. Remedial teaching helps those
learners by giving them special lessons, more time, or easier steps so they can understand better. For
example, if a Grade 4 learner cannot read well, the teacher can give them simple books or one-on-one
reading time to help them improve (Mahlangu, 2021).
Remedial work is not for punishment—it is there to support the learner. It builds confidence and makes
sure that no one is left behind. It is important because all children learn in different ways and at
different speeds. Teachers use remedial lessons to make sure every child gets the chance to succeed in
school (Dlamini, 2020).
References:
• Mahlangu, S. (2021). Helping Learners with Remedial Support.
• Dlamini, P. (2020). Understanding Remedial Education in Schools
1.1.2 Coherent
Coherent means something that makes sense and is easy to understand. When we say a person is
speaking or writing in a coherent way, it means their ideas are clear and connected. For example, if a
learner writes a story with a beginning, middle, and end that all go together well, the story is coherent
(Nkosi, 2021).
In the classroom, it is important for learners to give coherent answers. If they jump from one idea to
another without linking them, the answer becomes confusing. Teachers also need to speak in a coherent
way so that learners can follow and understand the lesson.
Being coherent helps people to communicate better, whether in speaking or writing. It shows that the
person understands what they are saying and can explain it clearly to others (Mthembu, 2020).
Coherence is a skill that gets better with practice.
References:
• Nkosi, L. (2021). Clear Communication in the Classroom.
• Mthembu, Z. (2020). Teaching Learners to Write Coherently.
1.1.3 Colloquial language
Colloquial language means the kind of words and phrases people use when they talk in everyday, casual
conversation. It is not formal language like we use in school essays or business letters. Instead, it sounds