TMS3731 Assignment 2 2025
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Due date: 29 May 2025
QUESTION 1 (3 LESSON PLANS PROVIDED)
INTEGRATED SOCIAL SCIENCES LESSON ACTIVITY PLAN: GRADE 8
a) LESSON TOPICS AND CAPS REFERENCE
History Topic: The Mineral Revolution in South Africa
Geography Topic: Mining and the Environment
Integration Explanation: The History topic explores the socio-political impact of the Mineral
Revolution (migration, labour systems, urbanisation), while the Geography topic focuses on
how mining activities affect the physical environment (pollution, land use, and water
systems). The integration allows learners to understand both the human and environmental
impact of mining—linking past historical events to current geographic challenges.
CAPS References:
History: Grade 8, Term 2, Topic 4 – ―The Mineral Revolution in South Africa‖ (CAPS,
p. 42)
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QUESTION 1 (3 LESSON PLANS PROVIDED)
Grade 8 Social Sciences Integrated Lesson Activity
Topic: Colonialism in Africa (History) and Settlement Patterns (Geography)
CAPS References:
History: Term 2, Topic 3 – The Scramble for Africa (CAPS, Grade 8, p. 47)
Geography: Term 2, Topic 2 – Settlement (CAPS, Grade 8, p. 44)
a) Integration of History and Geography Topics
This lesson integrates the History topic "The Scramble for Africa" with the
Geography topic "Settlement Patterns". Learners will explore how European
colonisation shaped settlement patterns in African countries, especially in terms of
urbanisation, land ownership, and resource access. For example, they will analyse
how colonial town planning and forced removals impacted where and how people
live today. This approach allows learners to make sense of the past (History) while
understanding its spatial consequences (Geography).
b) School Context Description
The school is located in a semi-rural area in Limpopo. Class sizes are large (45–50
learners per class), and many learners come from low-income households. The
school has limited access to technology (one computer lab and one projector for
shared use) but has chalkboards and printed resources. Learners are multilingual,
with Sepedi and Tsonga as dominant home languages, and English as the language
of teaching and learning. The community is historically marginalised, which shapes
learners' perspectives on land, history, and justice.
c) Learning Objectives
Unique Number:
Due date: 29 May 2025
QUESTION 1 (3 LESSON PLANS PROVIDED)
INTEGRATED SOCIAL SCIENCES LESSON ACTIVITY PLAN: GRADE 8
a) LESSON TOPICS AND CAPS REFERENCE
History Topic: The Mineral Revolution in South Africa
Geography Topic: Mining and the Environment
Integration Explanation: The History topic explores the socio-political impact of the Mineral
Revolution (migration, labour systems, urbanisation), while the Geography topic focuses on
how mining activities affect the physical environment (pollution, land use, and water
systems). The integration allows learners to understand both the human and environmental
impact of mining—linking past historical events to current geographic challenges.
CAPS References:
History: Grade 8, Term 2, Topic 4 – ―The Mineral Revolution in South Africa‖ (CAPS,
p. 42)
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
, For additional support +27 81 278 3372
QUESTION 1 (3 LESSON PLANS PROVIDED)
Grade 8 Social Sciences Integrated Lesson Activity
Topic: Colonialism in Africa (History) and Settlement Patterns (Geography)
CAPS References:
History: Term 2, Topic 3 – The Scramble for Africa (CAPS, Grade 8, p. 47)
Geography: Term 2, Topic 2 – Settlement (CAPS, Grade 8, p. 44)
a) Integration of History and Geography Topics
This lesson integrates the History topic "The Scramble for Africa" with the
Geography topic "Settlement Patterns". Learners will explore how European
colonisation shaped settlement patterns in African countries, especially in terms of
urbanisation, land ownership, and resource access. For example, they will analyse
how colonial town planning and forced removals impacted where and how people
live today. This approach allows learners to make sense of the past (History) while
understanding its spatial consequences (Geography).
b) School Context Description
The school is located in a semi-rural area in Limpopo. Class sizes are large (45–50
learners per class), and many learners come from low-income households. The
school has limited access to technology (one computer lab and one projector for
shared use) but has chalkboards and printed resources. Learners are multilingual,
with Sepedi and Tsonga as dominant home languages, and English as the language
of teaching and learning. The community is historically marginalised, which shapes
learners' perspectives on land, history, and justice.
c) Learning Objectives
