HED4806
Assignment 3 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
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Due Date: 2025
SECTION A
3.1 a) Explain the effects of the above practice in the broader context of
decolonisation
Punishing learners for speaking their indigenous language, as described by Ngũgĩ wa
Thiong’o, represents a deliberate act of cultural and psychological subjugation. This form
of punishment, which included corporal discipline and public humiliation, was designed
to instil shame and inferiority associated with the mother tongue. In the broader context
of decolonisation, such practices reflect the systematic erasure of indigenous identity,
promoting the dominance of colonial languages and values. Language is deeply tied to
one’s culture, heritage, and worldview. Therefore, repressing the mother tongue equates
to suppressing cultural self-expression and knowledge systems. It creates internalised
oppression, where individuals begin to perceive their own languages and cultures as
inferior. This disruption of linguistic harmony, once present in homes and communities,
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creates alienation in educational settings. Decolonisation, therefore, seeks to reverse
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Assignment 3 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number:
Due Date: 2025
SECTION A
3.1 a) Explain the effects of the above practice in the broader context of
decolonisation
Punishing learners for speaking their indigenous language, as described by Ngũgĩ wa
Thiong’o, represents a deliberate act of cultural and psychological subjugation. This form
of punishment, which included corporal discipline and public humiliation, was designed
to instil shame and inferiority associated with the mother tongue. In the broader context
of decolonisation, such practices reflect the systematic erasure of indigenous identity,
promoting the dominance of colonial languages and values. Language is deeply tied to
one’s culture, heritage, and worldview. Therefore, repressing the mother tongue equates
to suppressing cultural self-expression and knowledge systems. It creates internalised
oppression, where individuals begin to perceive their own languages and cultures as
inferior. This disruption of linguistic harmony, once present in homes and communities,
Terms of use
creates alienation in educational settings. Decolonisation, therefore, seeks to reverse
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
