BPT1501
ASSIGNMENT 1 SEMESTER 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 11 AUGUST 2025
, Being a Professional Teacher
1. Seven roles of a teacher that Ms Pamela Troye played out in her teaching
According to the Norms and Standards for Educators (Department of Education, South
Africa), a competent educator is expected to fulfil seven key roles. From the story
provided, Ms Pamela Troye embodied all seven roles in her teaching career:
1. Learning Mediator
2. Interpreter and Designer of Learning Programmes and Materials
3. Leader, Administrator, and Manager
4. Scholar, Researcher, and Lifelong Learner
5. Community, Citizenship, and Pastoral Role
6. Assessor
7. Learning Area/Subject/Discipline Specialist
2. Detailed examples of how Ms Troye played each role
1. Learning Mediator
Ms Troye acted as a bridge between knowledge and her learners. She did not simply
transmit information but facilitated meaningful learning experiences by connecting the
subject matter to the learners’ real-life situations. Her decision to reject a higher-paying
job in favour of staying with her learners demonstrates her commitment to creating a
supportive and trusting learning environment. She instilled discipline, which is an
essential foundation for effective learning, and nurtured young minds to think critically
and develop strong values.
Example:
She consistently created a safe and inclusive classroom space where every learner felt
valued and understood, which allowed them to engage actively in learning without fear
of judgment or neglect.
ASSIGNMENT 1 SEMESTER 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 11 AUGUST 2025
, Being a Professional Teacher
1. Seven roles of a teacher that Ms Pamela Troye played out in her teaching
According to the Norms and Standards for Educators (Department of Education, South
Africa), a competent educator is expected to fulfil seven key roles. From the story
provided, Ms Pamela Troye embodied all seven roles in her teaching career:
1. Learning Mediator
2. Interpreter and Designer of Learning Programmes and Materials
3. Leader, Administrator, and Manager
4. Scholar, Researcher, and Lifelong Learner
5. Community, Citizenship, and Pastoral Role
6. Assessor
7. Learning Area/Subject/Discipline Specialist
2. Detailed examples of how Ms Troye played each role
1. Learning Mediator
Ms Troye acted as a bridge between knowledge and her learners. She did not simply
transmit information but facilitated meaningful learning experiences by connecting the
subject matter to the learners’ real-life situations. Her decision to reject a higher-paying
job in favour of staying with her learners demonstrates her commitment to creating a
supportive and trusting learning environment. She instilled discipline, which is an
essential foundation for effective learning, and nurtured young minds to think critically
and develop strong values.
Example:
She consistently created a safe and inclusive classroom space where every learner felt
valued and understood, which allowed them to engage actively in learning without fear
of judgment or neglect.
