BPT1501
ASSIGNMENT 3 SEMESTER 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2025
, QUESTION 1
Disadvantage 1
The curriculum often assumes that all learners are proficient in the language of learning
and teaching (LoLT).
Explain with Example 1
Learners whose home language is different from English may understand concepts but
struggle to express themselves in assessments. For example, a Grade 9 learner who
understands cell structures may lose marks because they cannot label them in English.
Disadvantage 2
It mainly benefits learners who are neurotypical and academically strong, while
neglecting neurodiverse learners.
Explain with Example 2
A learner with dyslexia may fail a reading-heavy test, not because of lack of knowledge
but because of the barrier created by text-based assessment. Conversely, neurotypical
learners benefit since assessments match their strengths.
Disadvantage 3
Learners from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds are not fully catered for.
Explain with Example 3
A Grade 10 learner without internet or textbooks struggles to complete assignments at
home, while a learner with reliable resources excels. Thus, well-resourced learners
benefit while disadvantaged ones fall further behind.
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ASSIGNMENT 3 SEMESTER 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2025
, QUESTION 1
Disadvantage 1
The curriculum often assumes that all learners are proficient in the language of learning
and teaching (LoLT).
Explain with Example 1
Learners whose home language is different from English may understand concepts but
struggle to express themselves in assessments. For example, a Grade 9 learner who
understands cell structures may lose marks because they cannot label them in English.
Disadvantage 2
It mainly benefits learners who are neurotypical and academically strong, while
neglecting neurodiverse learners.
Explain with Example 2
A learner with dyslexia may fail a reading-heavy test, not because of lack of knowledge
but because of the barrier created by text-based assessment. Conversely, neurotypical
learners benefit since assessments match their strengths.
Disadvantage 3
Learners from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds are not fully catered for.
Explain with Example 3
A Grade 10 learner without internet or textbooks struggles to complete assignments at
home, while a learner with reliable resources excels. Thus, well-resourced learners
benefit while disadvantaged ones fall further behind.
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