BPT1501
Assignment 7
Semester 2
PORTIFOLIO
2025
, BPT1501 SECOND SEMESTER-2025
ASSESSMENT 7: PORTFOLIO
QUESTION 1: Professional Teacher [ 34 marks]
1.1: The Teacher as a Professional
A. Definition of a Professional Educator (2 marks)
A professional educator is a qualified and competent teacher who demonstrates
commitment, integrity, accountability, and ethical behaviour in carrying out teaching
duties. Such an educator upholds professional standards set by the South African
Council for Educators (SACE), respects learners’ rights, and continuously develops their
skills to enhance teaching and learning (SACE, 2018).
B. Instances Where Mr Dlamini Demonstrated Professionalism (6 marks)
1. Commitment to Learner Support
Mr Dlamini voluntarily offered after-school tutoring sessions to assist struggling
learners. This demonstrates dedication to learners’ academic success and aligns
with the teacher’s duty to support diverse learning needs (DBE, 2016).
2. Development of Learning Materials
He created interactive learning materials that were later adopted by the
department. This shows innovation and commitment to improving learner
engagement and teaching quality, reflecting professional growth and creativity
(SACE, 2018).
3. Parental Involvement
Mr Dlamini organised meetings with parents to monitor learner progress. This
indicates a collaborative approach to education and effective communication
between the school and home, which strengthens learner achievement (DBE,
2016).
Assignment 7
Semester 2
PORTIFOLIO
2025
, BPT1501 SECOND SEMESTER-2025
ASSESSMENT 7: PORTFOLIO
QUESTION 1: Professional Teacher [ 34 marks]
1.1: The Teacher as a Professional
A. Definition of a Professional Educator (2 marks)
A professional educator is a qualified and competent teacher who demonstrates
commitment, integrity, accountability, and ethical behaviour in carrying out teaching
duties. Such an educator upholds professional standards set by the South African
Council for Educators (SACE), respects learners’ rights, and continuously develops their
skills to enhance teaching and learning (SACE, 2018).
B. Instances Where Mr Dlamini Demonstrated Professionalism (6 marks)
1. Commitment to Learner Support
Mr Dlamini voluntarily offered after-school tutoring sessions to assist struggling
learners. This demonstrates dedication to learners’ academic success and aligns
with the teacher’s duty to support diverse learning needs (DBE, 2016).
2. Development of Learning Materials
He created interactive learning materials that were later adopted by the
department. This shows innovation and commitment to improving learner
engagement and teaching quality, reflecting professional growth and creativity
(SACE, 2018).
3. Parental Involvement
Mr Dlamini organised meetings with parents to monitor learner progress. This
indicates a collaborative approach to education and effective communication
between the school and home, which strengthens learner achievement (DBE,
2016).
