RCE2601
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE 7 AUGUST 2024
, RCE2601 Assignment 2 2024
Due 7 August 2024
2. For your final assignment, we present you with two options to choose from: 2.1
Option 1: Overcrowded Classrooms.
2.2 Option 2: Support for Learners with Physical Disabilities.
Structure of action research proposal
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An action research proposal typically has the following sections:
Title
Introduction
44
Problem statement
Research approach
Literature review
Research participants
Data collection and analysis
3
Summary
92
6
07
, Table of Contents
Title ................................................................................ Page 5
Crafting a Clear Research Title
23
Introduction ................................................................. Page 10
Setting the Stage: Capturing Reader Interest
Providing Context and Significance
Justifying Attention to the Topic
Problem Statement .................................................... Page 10
44
Explaining the Motivation Behind the Study
Describing Scope and Severity of the Problem
Formulating a Clear Research Question
Literature Review ..................................................... Page 11
Identifying Key Arguments in Academic Literature
Synthesizing Existing Research Findings
3
Properly Referencing Scholarly Articles
Research Approach .................................................. Page 12
92
Determining the Strategy for Conducting the Research
Justifying the Chosen Approach
Alignment with Research Objectives
Research Participants .............................................. Page 12
Identifying Participants or Groups
Rationale for Participant Selection
6
Procedure for Participant Introduction and Commitment
Data Collection and Analysis ................................ Page 13-15
07
Choosing Methods of Data Collection
Justifying Methodological Choices
Describing Data Analysis Procedures
Summary ...................................................................... Page 14-16
Reinforcing Focus and Importance of the Study
Articulating Expectations for Project Outcomes
Bibliography .............................................................. Page 17-18
, Option 1: Overcrowded Classrooms.
In recent years, South Africa has grappled with the persistent challenge of overcrowded
classrooms, which has significantly hindered effective teaching and learning in educational
institutions. As stated by Khumalo and Mji (2014) and Marshall and Rossman (2006), the
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detrimental effects of overcrowding on discipline management and academic achievement
in educational settings are well-documented. Overcrowded classrooms not only strain
physical resources but also create an environment where it becomes increasingly difficult
for educators to maintain discipline and facilitate meaningful learning experiences. The
44
implications of this issue are far-reaching, impacting not only the immediate educational
outcomes of students but also their long-term prospects and the overall quality of the
education system.
3
Given the urgency and complexity of this challenge, there is a critical need to delve deeper
into the experiences of those most directly affected by overcrowded classrooms – the
student teachers. These individuals, poised on the cusp of entering the teaching profession,
92
represent a valuable source of insight into the practical realities of classroom management
and instructional delivery in overcrowded settings. exploring their perspectives, this
research seeks to uncover the subtle ways in which classroom overcrowding shapes the
teaching and learning process, as well as the strategies employed by student teachers to
navigate these challenges.
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3. Problem statement (half a page)
The issue of overcrowded classrooms in South Africa has emerged as a pressing concern
in recent years, capturing the attention of educators, policymakers, and researchers alike
(SABC, 2013). With classrooms accommodating more students than they were designed
for, the scope of the problem is widespread, affecting schools across urban and rural areas.
This issue not only strains physical resources but also undermines the quality of teaching
and learning experiences for both educators and learners
ASSIGNMENT 2
DUE 7 AUGUST 2024
, RCE2601 Assignment 2 2024
Due 7 August 2024
2. For your final assignment, we present you with two options to choose from: 2.1
Option 1: Overcrowded Classrooms.
2.2 Option 2: Support for Learners with Physical Disabilities.
Structure of action research proposal
23
An action research proposal typically has the following sections:
Title
Introduction
44
Problem statement
Research approach
Literature review
Research participants
Data collection and analysis
3
Summary
92
6
07
, Table of Contents
Title ................................................................................ Page 5
Crafting a Clear Research Title
23
Introduction ................................................................. Page 10
Setting the Stage: Capturing Reader Interest
Providing Context and Significance
Justifying Attention to the Topic
Problem Statement .................................................... Page 10
44
Explaining the Motivation Behind the Study
Describing Scope and Severity of the Problem
Formulating a Clear Research Question
Literature Review ..................................................... Page 11
Identifying Key Arguments in Academic Literature
Synthesizing Existing Research Findings
3
Properly Referencing Scholarly Articles
Research Approach .................................................. Page 12
92
Determining the Strategy for Conducting the Research
Justifying the Chosen Approach
Alignment with Research Objectives
Research Participants .............................................. Page 12
Identifying Participants or Groups
Rationale for Participant Selection
6
Procedure for Participant Introduction and Commitment
Data Collection and Analysis ................................ Page 13-15
07
Choosing Methods of Data Collection
Justifying Methodological Choices
Describing Data Analysis Procedures
Summary ...................................................................... Page 14-16
Reinforcing Focus and Importance of the Study
Articulating Expectations for Project Outcomes
Bibliography .............................................................. Page 17-18
, Option 1: Overcrowded Classrooms.
In recent years, South Africa has grappled with the persistent challenge of overcrowded
classrooms, which has significantly hindered effective teaching and learning in educational
institutions. As stated by Khumalo and Mji (2014) and Marshall and Rossman (2006), the
23
detrimental effects of overcrowding on discipline management and academic achievement
in educational settings are well-documented. Overcrowded classrooms not only strain
physical resources but also create an environment where it becomes increasingly difficult
for educators to maintain discipline and facilitate meaningful learning experiences. The
44
implications of this issue are far-reaching, impacting not only the immediate educational
outcomes of students but also their long-term prospects and the overall quality of the
education system.
3
Given the urgency and complexity of this challenge, there is a critical need to delve deeper
into the experiences of those most directly affected by overcrowded classrooms – the
student teachers. These individuals, poised on the cusp of entering the teaching profession,
92
represent a valuable source of insight into the practical realities of classroom management
and instructional delivery in overcrowded settings. exploring their perspectives, this
research seeks to uncover the subtle ways in which classroom overcrowding shapes the
teaching and learning process, as well as the strategies employed by student teachers to
navigate these challenges.
6
07
3. Problem statement (half a page)
The issue of overcrowded classrooms in South Africa has emerged as a pressing concern
in recent years, capturing the attention of educators, policymakers, and researchers alike
(SABC, 2013). With classrooms accommodating more students than they were designed
for, the scope of the problem is widespread, affecting schools across urban and rural areas.
This issue not only strains physical resources but also undermines the quality of teaching
and learning experiences for both educators and learners
