OCT/NOV PORTFOLIO 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: OCTOBER 2025
, TAM2601
OCT/NOV/2025
Question 1
READ THE SCENARIO BELOW AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW.
Managing a Diverse Classroom in a Rural School
You are a newly appointed teacher at a rural school in the Eastern Cape. Your classroom
consists of learners from various socio-economic backgrounds, many with limited access
to technology. Although these learners are growing up in the digital era, their exposure to
digital tools is minimal. You notice that some learners struggle with engagement and
discipline, while others thrive in group-based activities. The school has recently introduced
a policy encouraging the integration of technology and learner-centred teaching strategies.
1.1 How do the characteristics of learners in the digital age influence classroom management
strategies in under-resourced environments? (2)
1.2 What are the implications of limited access to technology for the learning styles and
engagement of rural learners in the digital era? (2)
1.3 Evaluate the effectiveness of traditional discipline strategies versus learner-centred
approaches in managing a diverse classroom. (3)
1.4 Assess the role of the Ubuntu philosophy in fostering a positive classroom climate.
How does it compare to Western management models? (4)
1.5 Design a classroom management plan that integrates African values, digital age learning
preferences, and inclusive teaching strategies. (4)
1.6 Propose a professional development workshop for teachers in rural schools to enhance
their classroom management skills using your insights from TAM2601. (10)
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