TPF 3704
ASSIGNMENT 51
2023
WEEK THREE GRADE 2
ACTIVITY 1: GRADE 2 MANAGEMENT IN FOUNDATION PHASE CLASSROOM ACTIVITY
(MFP2601)
Read the following scenario and then answer the questions below:
There are two Grade 2 classes with 78 learners each. You have been allocated to teach them Home Language,
First Additional Language, Mathematics and Life Skills – a total of 50 periods per week. The written work policy
for the school stipulates that you must give those learners a minimum of four exercises per week for Home
Language, five for Mathematics, three for First Additional Language and two for Life Skills. You are also
expected to shoulder classroom administrative responsibilities. All learners must have report cards for their
academic performance at the end of each quarter.
1.1 Use the space provided and identify the challenges that you may encounter in managing large classes.
It is difficult to get a satisfactory knowledge of learners’ needs.
Intimacy with learners and remembering names might be a problem.
The noise level is inevitably high which adds to the stress a teacher may experience.
Organizing, planning and presenting lessons may constitute another challenge as learners abilities
might differ.
Engaging learners actively in the learning process may not be easy in a crowded class.
1.2 Suggest ways in which you can manage those challenges so that you can meet the expectations of the
school.
ASSIGNMENT 51
2023
WEEK THREE GRADE 2
ACTIVITY 1: GRADE 2 MANAGEMENT IN FOUNDATION PHASE CLASSROOM ACTIVITY
(MFP2601)
Read the following scenario and then answer the questions below:
There are two Grade 2 classes with 78 learners each. You have been allocated to teach them Home Language,
First Additional Language, Mathematics and Life Skills – a total of 50 periods per week. The written work policy
for the school stipulates that you must give those learners a minimum of four exercises per week for Home
Language, five for Mathematics, three for First Additional Language and two for Life Skills. You are also
expected to shoulder classroom administrative responsibilities. All learners must have report cards for their
academic performance at the end of each quarter.
1.1 Use the space provided and identify the challenges that you may encounter in managing large classes.
It is difficult to get a satisfactory knowledge of learners’ needs.
Intimacy with learners and remembering names might be a problem.
The noise level is inevitably high which adds to the stress a teacher may experience.
Organizing, planning and presenting lessons may constitute another challenge as learners abilities
might differ.
Engaging learners actively in the learning process may not be easy in a crowded class.
1.2 Suggest ways in which you can manage those challenges so that you can meet the expectations of the
school.
