INC3701
Assignment 5 2025
(Answer Guide) -
Due 18 August 2025
QUESTIONS WITH 100%
VERIFIED AND
CERTIFIED ANSWERS.
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INC3701 Assignment 5 2025 (Answer Guide) - Due 18 August 2025
VERIFIED AND CERTIFIED ANSWERS. WRITTEN IN REQUIRED FORMAT AND WITHIN
GIVEN GUIDELINES. IT IS GOOD TO USE AS A GUIDE AND FOR REFERENCE, NEVER
PLAGARIZE. Thank you and success in your academics.
UNISA, 2025
Contents
Question 1: Inclusive Pedagogy (45 Marks) ..................................................................................... 2
1.1 Define inclusive pedagogy and list three key principles that guide its practice (5) .... 2
1.2 Compare and contrast how inclusive pedagogy addresses the needs of learners
with physical disabilities versus learners with learning disabilities (5) ................................ 2
1.3 Discuss the benefits of using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as an approach
to inclusive pedagogy in a culturally diverse classroom (20) ................................................. 4
1.4 Discuss three key dimensions that can be used to develop an inclusive classroom
(15) ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Question 2: Case Study Analysis – Inclusive Practice in Action (40 Marks) ........................... 8
2.1 What tools did Ms Zwide provide to Michel and Thabo to help them participate in
the activity? (5) ..................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Why do you think Ms Zwide paired learners with different strengths and needs for
this activity? How does this benefit both learners? (6) ............................................................. 9
2.3 What steps did Ms Zwide take to create a respectful and collaborative classroom
environment? (4) ................................................................................................................................ 10
2.4 Do you think the “classroom shop” activity effectively promotes inclusivity and
teamwork? Why or why not? (5) .................................................................................................... 10
2.5: Differentiated Lesson Plan – Reading (20 Marks) ............................................................. 11
Question 3: Differentiated Assessment Strategies (15 Marks) .................................................. 14
3.1 Why were certain adaptations, like using audio recordings or shorter tasks,
important for Neo and Ayanda? (5) ............................................................................................... 14
3.2 Compare and contrast how the differentiated tasks for Neo and Lerato helped them
engage with the content (5) ............................................................................................................. 15
3.3 Do you think the differentiated assessments effectively addressed the learners’
needs? Why or why not? (5) ........................................................................................................... 16
References ............................................................................................................................................... 17
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Question 1: Inclusive Pedagogy (45 Marks)
1.1 Define inclusive pedagogy and list three key principles that guide its practice
(5)
Inclusive pedagogy refers to a teaching approach that recognises, respects, and
responds to the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom. It goes beyond the
traditional model of integrating learners with special needs and instead promotes the
idea that all learners belong and can participate meaningfully in a shared educational
environment. The focus is on reducing barriers to learning and participation for
everyone, rather than adapting or modifying curricula only for specific groups (Florian &
Black-Hawkins, 2011).
Three key principles that guide inclusive pedagogy are:
1. Valuing Learner Diversity: Teachers regard diversity as a strength rather than a
challenge, recognising that every learner brings unique experiences,
backgrounds, and abilities that enrich the classroom.
2. High Expectations for All: Inclusive pedagogy is built on the belief that all
learners can achieve, and therefore teachers must maintain high expectations for
every learner, regardless of ability, disability, or background.
3. Collaborative Practices: Educators work collaboratively with other teachers,
support staff, families, and learners themselves to create inclusive strategies that
support the participation and learning of everyone.
1.2 Compare and contrast how inclusive pedagogy addresses the needs of
learners with physical disabilities versus learners with learning disabilities (5)
Inclusive pedagogy addresses the needs of learners with physical disabilities and
learners with learning disabilities through different but complementary strategies.
Learners with Physical Disabilities:
Inclusive pedagogy for these learners focuses on removing environmental and
structural barriers to access. This may involve modifying the physical layout of
Assignment 5 2025
(Answer Guide) -
Due 18 August 2025
QUESTIONS WITH 100%
VERIFIED AND
CERTIFIED ANSWERS.
,1|Page
INC3701 Assignment 5 2025 (Answer Guide) - Due 18 August 2025
VERIFIED AND CERTIFIED ANSWERS. WRITTEN IN REQUIRED FORMAT AND WITHIN
GIVEN GUIDELINES. IT IS GOOD TO USE AS A GUIDE AND FOR REFERENCE, NEVER
PLAGARIZE. Thank you and success in your academics.
UNISA, 2025
Contents
Question 1: Inclusive Pedagogy (45 Marks) ..................................................................................... 2
1.1 Define inclusive pedagogy and list three key principles that guide its practice (5) .... 2
1.2 Compare and contrast how inclusive pedagogy addresses the needs of learners
with physical disabilities versus learners with learning disabilities (5) ................................ 2
1.3 Discuss the benefits of using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as an approach
to inclusive pedagogy in a culturally diverse classroom (20) ................................................. 4
1.4 Discuss three key dimensions that can be used to develop an inclusive classroom
(15) ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Question 2: Case Study Analysis – Inclusive Practice in Action (40 Marks) ........................... 8
2.1 What tools did Ms Zwide provide to Michel and Thabo to help them participate in
the activity? (5) ..................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Why do you think Ms Zwide paired learners with different strengths and needs for
this activity? How does this benefit both learners? (6) ............................................................. 9
2.3 What steps did Ms Zwide take to create a respectful and collaborative classroom
environment? (4) ................................................................................................................................ 10
2.4 Do you think the “classroom shop” activity effectively promotes inclusivity and
teamwork? Why or why not? (5) .................................................................................................... 10
2.5: Differentiated Lesson Plan – Reading (20 Marks) ............................................................. 11
Question 3: Differentiated Assessment Strategies (15 Marks) .................................................. 14
3.1 Why were certain adaptations, like using audio recordings or shorter tasks,
important for Neo and Ayanda? (5) ............................................................................................... 14
3.2 Compare and contrast how the differentiated tasks for Neo and Lerato helped them
engage with the content (5) ............................................................................................................. 15
3.3 Do you think the differentiated assessments effectively addressed the learners’
needs? Why or why not? (5) ........................................................................................................... 16
References ............................................................................................................................................... 17
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Question 1: Inclusive Pedagogy (45 Marks)
1.1 Define inclusive pedagogy and list three key principles that guide its practice
(5)
Inclusive pedagogy refers to a teaching approach that recognises, respects, and
responds to the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom. It goes beyond the
traditional model of integrating learners with special needs and instead promotes the
idea that all learners belong and can participate meaningfully in a shared educational
environment. The focus is on reducing barriers to learning and participation for
everyone, rather than adapting or modifying curricula only for specific groups (Florian &
Black-Hawkins, 2011).
Three key principles that guide inclusive pedagogy are:
1. Valuing Learner Diversity: Teachers regard diversity as a strength rather than a
challenge, recognising that every learner brings unique experiences,
backgrounds, and abilities that enrich the classroom.
2. High Expectations for All: Inclusive pedagogy is built on the belief that all
learners can achieve, and therefore teachers must maintain high expectations for
every learner, regardless of ability, disability, or background.
3. Collaborative Practices: Educators work collaboratively with other teachers,
support staff, families, and learners themselves to create inclusive strategies that
support the participation and learning of everyone.
1.2 Compare and contrast how inclusive pedagogy addresses the needs of
learners with physical disabilities versus learners with learning disabilities (5)
Inclusive pedagogy addresses the needs of learners with physical disabilities and
learners with learning disabilities through different but complementary strategies.
Learners with Physical Disabilities:
Inclusive pedagogy for these learners focuses on removing environmental and
structural barriers to access. This may involve modifying the physical layout of
