HED4817 Assignment 4
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January 2026;
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January 2026; 2025 HED4817 SCIENCE EDUCATION ASSIGNMENT NUMBER
04 ASSIGNMENT DUE DATE: 23 JANUARY 2026 ASSIGNMENT TOTAL MARKS:
100 rubric will be used to assess the question (10 Marks) Criteria 3 – 4 2 1
Integration of IKS in Teaching Effectively integrates IKS beliefs about
lightning into teaching electrostatics, demonstrating a clear connection
between cultural perspectives and scientific principles. Integrates IKS beliefs
into teaching electrostatics, but may lack clarity or depth in connecting
cultural and scientific perspectives. Attempts to integrate IKS beliefs, but the
connection to scientific principles is unclear or superficial. Addressing
Misconceptions Skillfully addresses misconceptions from IKS about
individuals controlling lightning, using scientific evidence and explanations to
correct misunderstandings. Addresses misconceptions from IKS, but
explanations may be somewhat lacking in depth or clarity. Addresses
misconceptions superficially or fails to provide adequate scientific evidence
to correct misunderstandings. Teaching New Concepts Clearly explains new
scientific concepts related to electrostatics, ensuring that explanations are
accessible and relevant to students' prior knowledge. Explains new scientific
concepts adequately, but may not fully relate them to students' prior
knowledge or experiences. Explanation of new concepts is unclear or not
effectively connected to students' prior knowledge.1.1 Critically discuss the
significance of indigenous knowledge in teaching Sciences to Africans. In
your discussion, consider addressing the following questions: • What science
knowledge did Africans have before the advent of contemporary science? •
Were the African science ideas effective in solving problems? • What
challenges did Africans face in applying indigenous knowledge in the
teaching of science? • What advantages does the use of indigenous
knowledge have in the teaching of science? • What stops indigenous
knowledge systems from being used in science teaching nowadays? (25) In
South Africa, inclusive education is the vehicle to operationalize human
rights and social justice in education. The National Development Plan (NDP)
identifies inclusive education as a strategic priority for South Africa’s
development. Write an article entitled “Understanding inclusive education:
Policy and practice” for your school’s website. Your article should include the
following. •According to IKS, lightning is a creature that can move from one
place to another. Some gifted individuals can instruct it to hit a certain place.
As a science teacher teaching Electrostatics, how would you incorporate IKS
so that you teach according to scientific theories? Formulate an original
working definition of inclusive education focused on (a) policy and (b)
practice using the prescribed readings presented in Study Unit 1 (Lessons 1-
4) on your module site. Tabulate and discuss five differences between
indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) and modern scientific knowledge
systems (MSKS). Your discussion must be supported by specific examples
supported by literature. What, in your opinion, do schools and teachers need
to translate inclusive education policies into practice effectively? Remember:
Your definition should be easy for parents and other key role players to
Portfolio (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 23
January 2026;
[Email address]
, HED4817 Assignment 4 Portfolio (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025 - DUE 23
January 2026; 2025 HED4817 SCIENCE EDUCATION ASSIGNMENT NUMBER
04 ASSIGNMENT DUE DATE: 23 JANUARY 2026 ASSIGNMENT TOTAL MARKS:
100 rubric will be used to assess the question (10 Marks) Criteria 3 – 4 2 1
Integration of IKS in Teaching Effectively integrates IKS beliefs about
lightning into teaching electrostatics, demonstrating a clear connection
between cultural perspectives and scientific principles. Integrates IKS beliefs
into teaching electrostatics, but may lack clarity or depth in connecting
cultural and scientific perspectives. Attempts to integrate IKS beliefs, but the
connection to scientific principles is unclear or superficial. Addressing
Misconceptions Skillfully addresses misconceptions from IKS about
individuals controlling lightning, using scientific evidence and explanations to
correct misunderstandings. Addresses misconceptions from IKS, but
explanations may be somewhat lacking in depth or clarity. Addresses
misconceptions superficially or fails to provide adequate scientific evidence
to correct misunderstandings. Teaching New Concepts Clearly explains new
scientific concepts related to electrostatics, ensuring that explanations are
accessible and relevant to students' prior knowledge. Explains new scientific
concepts adequately, but may not fully relate them to students' prior
knowledge or experiences. Explanation of new concepts is unclear or not
effectively connected to students' prior knowledge.1.1 Critically discuss the
significance of indigenous knowledge in teaching Sciences to Africans. In
your discussion, consider addressing the following questions: • What science
knowledge did Africans have before the advent of contemporary science? •
Were the African science ideas effective in solving problems? • What
challenges did Africans face in applying indigenous knowledge in the
teaching of science? • What advantages does the use of indigenous
knowledge have in the teaching of science? • What stops indigenous
knowledge systems from being used in science teaching nowadays? (25) In
South Africa, inclusive education is the vehicle to operationalize human
rights and social justice in education. The National Development Plan (NDP)
identifies inclusive education as a strategic priority for South Africa’s
development. Write an article entitled “Understanding inclusive education:
Policy and practice” for your school’s website. Your article should include the
following. •According to IKS, lightning is a creature that can move from one
place to another. Some gifted individuals can instruct it to hit a certain place.
As a science teacher teaching Electrostatics, how would you incorporate IKS
so that you teach according to scientific theories? Formulate an original
working definition of inclusive education focused on (a) policy and (b)
practice using the prescribed readings presented in Study Unit 1 (Lessons 1-
4) on your module site. Tabulate and discuss five differences between
indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) and modern scientific knowledge
systems (MSKS). Your discussion must be supported by specific examples
supported by literature. What, in your opinion, do schools and teachers need
to translate inclusive education policies into practice effectively? Remember:
Your definition should be easy for parents and other key role players to
