BPT1501 Assignment 7 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2025 - DUE October 2025; 100% correct solutions and explanations.

BPT1501 Assignment 7 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2025 - DUE October 2025; 100% correct solutions and explanations. BPT 1501 SECOND SEMESTER-2025 ASSESSMENT 7: PORTFOLIO INSTRUCTIONS 1. Refer to ALL the lessons (1 – 6) and answer the questions that follow. 2. Maintain the numbering the same way it appears on the question paper. 3. Type legibly and make use of correct word cases appropriately. 4. Edit your work before submitting it. 5. Use your own words. Do not cut and paste information from your sources. 6. Acknowledge all sources using an acceptable referencing technique. 7. Please do not submit the scanned document; the submission file type must be in PDF format. 8. Please accept the End User License Agreement (EULA) for your declaration before submitting. DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL STUDIES COLLEGE OF EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA The Department of Curriculum and Instructional Studies places specific emphasis on integrity and ethical behavior with regard to the preparation of all written work submitted for academic assessment. Although your lecturers can provide you with Information about reference techniques and guidelines to avoid plagiarism, you also have a responsibility to fulfil in this regard. Should you at any time feel unsure about the requirements, you must consult your lecturers before you submit any assignment. You are guilty of plagiarism when you extract information from a book, article, web page or fellow student without acknowledging the source and submit it as your own work. In truth, you are stealing someone else's property. You may not use another student’s work. You may not allow anyone to copy or use your work with the intention to submit it as his/hers. Students who are guilty of plagiarism will forfeit all credit for the work concerned. Plagiarism is a serious violation of the University's regulations and may lead to expulsion. Page 1 of 7 QUESTION 1: Professional Teacher [ 34 marks] 1.1 The Teacher as a Professional (20 marks) Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow. Scenario: Mr Dlamini was a seasoned Life Sciences teacher at a well-resourced high school in a semi-urban area. He had a reputation for being knowledgeable and passionate about his subject. However, his professional conduct was inconsistent, raising concerns among learners and colleagues. In his Grade 11 class, Mr Dlamini frequently used isiZulu to explain complex scientific concepts, despite the school’s policy that English was the official medium of instruction. Several learners who did not understand isiZulu struggled to follow his lessons. When one learner politely asked for clarification in English, Mr Dlamini responded, “You should have learned isiZulu by now if you want to pass in this school,” leaving the learner embarrassed and excluded. During a school excursion to a science museum, Mr Dlamini failed to submit the required safety forms and did not brief the learners on the school’s code of conduct. As a result, two learners wandered off during the trip, causing panic among staff and parents. When questioned by the principal, he shifted the blame to the learners, refusing to take responsibility for the oversight. However, Mr Dlamini voluntarily offered after-school tutoring sessions for struggling learners, often staying late to help them prepare for exams. He also developed a set of interactive learning materials that were later adopted by the department to improve learner engagement across grades. He often organizes parents' meetings for his grade so that parents can check learners' progress and be involved in academic planning. Moreover, in staff meetings, Mr Dlamini often interrupted colleagues and made sarcastic remarks about new teachers, questioning their qualifications and mocking their teaching methods. His behaviour created tension in the staffroom, and many teachers avoided working with him on collaborative projects. While Mr Dlamini’s subject knowledge and dedication to learner success were evident, his inconsistent professional conduct raised questions about his overall commitment to ethical teaching practices. A. In your own understanding, briefly define ‘professional educator’ in an educational context. (2) B. Identify three instances where Mr Dlamini demonstrated professionalism as an educator, and provide a detailed explanation for each instance. (6) C. Identify three instances where Mr Dlamini acted unprofessionally as an educator, along with a detailed explanation for each instance. (6) D. Suggest the most appropriate solution for