HED4813
ASSIGNMENT 1 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2025
, 1. Introduction
Mr. Potsane’s teaching approach demonstrates key elements of problem-centered
learning, learner engagement, and realistic mathematics education (RME). His
pedagogical style emphasizes contextual problem-solving, learner participation, and
concept development over rote procedures.
2. Pedagogical Approach and Theoretical Alignment
Mr. Potsane appears to adopt a constructivist approach, rooted in:
Vygotsky’s ZPD: Scaffolding learning through guided questions.
Bruner’s Spiral Curriculum: Revisiting concepts at increasing levels of
complexity.
RME (Freudenthal Institute): Emphasizing real-life contexts to make
mathematics meaningful.
He uses open-ended problems, encourages exploration, and elicits multiple solution
strategies. This aligns with problem-solving models that encourage learners to
analyze, devise strategies, and reflect on results.
3. Engagement and Motivation Strategies
Mr. Potsane engages learners through:
Contextual problems (e.g., shopping, measurements)
Group collaboration and discussion
Encouraging multiple solutions
Questioning techniques that guide rather than tell
5|Page
ASSIGNMENT 1 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2025
, 1. Introduction
Mr. Potsane’s teaching approach demonstrates key elements of problem-centered
learning, learner engagement, and realistic mathematics education (RME). His
pedagogical style emphasizes contextual problem-solving, learner participation, and
concept development over rote procedures.
2. Pedagogical Approach and Theoretical Alignment
Mr. Potsane appears to adopt a constructivist approach, rooted in:
Vygotsky’s ZPD: Scaffolding learning through guided questions.
Bruner’s Spiral Curriculum: Revisiting concepts at increasing levels of
complexity.
RME (Freudenthal Institute): Emphasizing real-life contexts to make
mathematics meaningful.
He uses open-ended problems, encourages exploration, and elicits multiple solution
strategies. This aligns with problem-solving models that encourage learners to
analyze, devise strategies, and reflect on results.
3. Engagement and Motivation Strategies
Mr. Potsane engages learners through:
Contextual problems (e.g., shopping, measurements)
Group collaboration and discussion
Encouraging multiple solutions
Questioning techniques that guide rather than tell
5|Page
