INC3701
ASSIGNMENT 4 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 21 JULY 2025
,Inclusive Education
Table of Contents
Question 1 .................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Five Key Challenges Learners in South Africa Face That Lead to Dropout 2
1.2 Five Strategies Schools Can Use to Support Learners and Reduce
Dropouts .................................................................................................................. 3
Question 2 .................................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Constructivism and Active Learning in CAPS ............................................... 3
2.2 Roles and Differences Between Ordinary, Full-Service and Special
Schools (White Paper 6) ......................................................................................... 4
Question 3 .................................................................................................................. 5
3.1 Purpose of the SNA1 Form .............................................................................. 5
3.2 Who Is It For and Why? .................................................................................... 5
3.3 What Information Does the Form Record? ..................................................... 5
3.4 Why Is This Information Important? ............................................................... 5
3.5 Two Supporting Documents and Their Importance ....................................... 6
Question 4: CSTL, SDGs and Agenda 2063 ............................................................. 6
Question 5: Intersectionality and Inclusive Teaching ............................................ 7
References .................................................................................................................. 7
, Question 1
1.1 Five Key Challenges Learners in South Africa Face That Lead to Dropout
1. Hunger and Poverty
Many learners go to school without eating. Some didn’t even have supper the
night before, and the only meal they get all day might come from the school’s
feeding programme. It’s hard to concentrate or learn when you're hungry every
day.
2. Long and Dangerous Travel to School
Some children walk over 10 kilometres to get to school. Others have to take
multiple taxis or buses. In areas like the Cape Flats, learners risk being caught in
gang violence or stray bullets on the way. These dangerous journeys make
school feel more like a battle than a place of learning.
3. Overcrowded and Under-Resourced Schools
Classrooms are overcrowded—sometimes with 60 learners in one room. Many
schools don’t have proper learning materials or decorations, and the environment
feels cold and uninviting. Teachers are under pressure and often can’t give
individual attention, which causes many learners to fall behind.
4. Violence and Bullying
Bullying is common, especially in no-fee schools. Some children face physical or
emotional abuse from their peers, and sadly, even from teachers. Some teachers
still use corporal punishment, even though it’s illegal. Girls also face sexual
harassment and violence at school, often with no justice.
5. Lack of Support at Home
When learners go home, many find no one there to help with homework. Some
must take care of younger siblings, do house chores, or even face domestic
violence. Education becomes less of a priority, and they slowly start giving up.
ASSIGNMENT 4 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 21 JULY 2025
,Inclusive Education
Table of Contents
Question 1 .................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Five Key Challenges Learners in South Africa Face That Lead to Dropout 2
1.2 Five Strategies Schools Can Use to Support Learners and Reduce
Dropouts .................................................................................................................. 3
Question 2 .................................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Constructivism and Active Learning in CAPS ............................................... 3
2.2 Roles and Differences Between Ordinary, Full-Service and Special
Schools (White Paper 6) ......................................................................................... 4
Question 3 .................................................................................................................. 5
3.1 Purpose of the SNA1 Form .............................................................................. 5
3.2 Who Is It For and Why? .................................................................................... 5
3.3 What Information Does the Form Record? ..................................................... 5
3.4 Why Is This Information Important? ............................................................... 5
3.5 Two Supporting Documents and Their Importance ....................................... 6
Question 4: CSTL, SDGs and Agenda 2063 ............................................................. 6
Question 5: Intersectionality and Inclusive Teaching ............................................ 7
References .................................................................................................................. 7
, Question 1
1.1 Five Key Challenges Learners in South Africa Face That Lead to Dropout
1. Hunger and Poverty
Many learners go to school without eating. Some didn’t even have supper the
night before, and the only meal they get all day might come from the school’s
feeding programme. It’s hard to concentrate or learn when you're hungry every
day.
2. Long and Dangerous Travel to School
Some children walk over 10 kilometres to get to school. Others have to take
multiple taxis or buses. In areas like the Cape Flats, learners risk being caught in
gang violence or stray bullets on the way. These dangerous journeys make
school feel more like a battle than a place of learning.
3. Overcrowded and Under-Resourced Schools
Classrooms are overcrowded—sometimes with 60 learners in one room. Many
schools don’t have proper learning materials or decorations, and the environment
feels cold and uninviting. Teachers are under pressure and often can’t give
individual attention, which causes many learners to fall behind.
4. Violence and Bullying
Bullying is common, especially in no-fee schools. Some children face physical or
emotional abuse from their peers, and sadly, even from teachers. Some teachers
still use corporal punishment, even though it’s illegal. Girls also face sexual
harassment and violence at school, often with no justice.
5. Lack of Support at Home
When learners go home, many find no one there to help with homework. Some
must take care of younger siblings, do house chores, or even face domestic
violence. Education becomes less of a priority, and they slowly start giving up.
