BPT1501 Assignment 7 PORTFOLIO (ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED

Well-structured BPT1501 Assignment 7 PORTFOLIO (ANSWERS) Semester 1 2025 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED. (DETAILED ANSWERS - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED .... QUESTION 1: The Teacher as a Professional Examine the scenario below and respond to the subsequent questions. Ms. Dladla is in her fifth year of teaching at Riverside High. During a particularly challenging week, she demonstrated both commendable and questionable conduct in various situations. A student's late arrival to class disrupted the lesson on Monday morning. Ms. Dladla discreetly gave the tardy student the worksheet and quietly explained the instructions, avoiding any public attention to their lateness. Following class, she had a private conversation with the student to explore any issues contributing to their lateness. That afternoon, Ms. Dladla snapped at her students for talking during a test. Slamming her book down, she yelled, "I will not tolerate this disrespect!" Students sprang up in their seats, with one child breaking into tears. Tension filled the air following the outburst and continued for the duration of the period. Ms. Dladla found a crying boy in the hallway on Tuesday; three classmates had bullied him. She brought him to her classroom, creating a safe and reassuring atmosphere. In a tender moment, she gave the boy a hug and kissed him on his forehead which made the boy feel uneasy. Despite a parent's aggressive reaction to their child's grade at Wednesday's parents' evening, Ms. Dladla remained calm. With calm assurance, she showed the student's work, explained her grading process and standards, and collaborated with the parent on an improvement plan. Because of her approach, the situation improved, and she built trust with the parent. But on Thursday, during lunch, students in the teachers' lounge overheard Ms. Dladla making disparaging comments about a student with a learning disability; she was heard saying, "It's unbelievable that they expect me to teach someone who can barely read." This behaviour was a breach of student confidentiality and displayed poor judgment. Ms. Dladla saw a stressed student before their Friday presentation. With calm assurance, she resolved the situation by speaking quietly with the student, providing coping mechanisms, and allowing for a later presentation if more comfortable. Later in the afternoon, Ms. Dladla responded to a student's request for homework assistance with the rude reply, "Figure it out yourself." The student was discouraged from seeking future assistance, and the response damaged the rapport between student and teacher. 1.1 In your own words, briefly define "professional educator" in an educational context. [2] 1.2 Refer to the given scenario and answer the following questions. 1.2.1 Identify three occasions when Ms. Dladla demonstrated professionalism as an educator, along with a detailed explanation for each occasion. [6] 1.2.2 Describe three examples of Ms. Dladla's unprofessional behaviour and give your opinion on whether disciplinary action is appropriate for each. Please review the SACE professional conduct document and provide a clear explanation of each violation. [12] Downloaded by samay pipper () lOMoARcPSD| Page 4 of 7 Total: [20] QUESTION 2: Teaching and Learning Philosophies The subject matter expertise may never improve without teachers’ engagement in professionalism. It is noted that teachers’ ideas in finding ways to improve their own subject knowledge and teaching relies mostly on teaching philosophies which articulates and individual’s core beliefs, values, and principles about teaching and learning (Motshekga, (2015). With regards to the above statement, discuss the following researching philosophies: 2.1 Constructivism 2.2 Perennialism 2.3 Progressivism 2.4 Reconstructionism 2.5 Positivism For each, ensure that you have discussed: • Researching philosophy definition (Cite reference/s) [5] • Implications to teaching and learning [5] • Teacher’s focus areas with practical examples [10] Total: [20] Downloaded by samay pipper () lOMoARcPSD| Page 5 of 7 QUESTION 3: Multiple Teaching and Learning Strategies to Mediate Learning Examine the scenarios below and respond to the subsequent questions. 3.1 Portia spent 3 years studying to become a teacher. Two weeks ago, she received news that she has been employed at a School called Harmony High School. Portia only had the experience of her teaching practical’s, but she was excited to start her career as a teacher. Her subject speciality is mathematics. On her first day at Harmony, she encountered the grade 9 students. She had prepared to teach them number patterns. She began to teach her lesson, which mainly consisted of her writing on the chalk board. A short while later she realised that a boy named Sam was not listening to her at all. He was playing with his pencil, she called his name several times to get his attention, but she was not successful. 3.1.1 Provide a short explanation of what inclusive education means in the context of the above scenario. [2] 3.1.2 Is Portia using inclusive education techniques in her classroom? State why. [2] 3.1.3 What techniques can Portia use to accommodate the learning needs of students like SAM (Suggest 2 techniques)? [4] 3.1.4 As a new teacher in a school, suggest 2 ways in which Portia can receive assistance to learn about inclusive teaching methods. [2] 3.2 “A study conducted in KwaZulu-Natal highlights that teachers often struggle to adapt their teaching methods to accommodate diverse learners. The research emphasizes that schools must create flexible learning environments that respond to students' varied needs rather than expecting learners to conform to a rigid system.” (Singh, 2004) Extract taken from: Singh, S. (2004). Responding to Learner Diversity in the Classroom: Experiences of Five Teachers in a Primary School in KwaZulu Natal. Pietermaritzburg: University of KwaZulu Natal. 3.2.1 Considering the statement from the above extract, “A study conducted in KwaZulu-Natal highlights that teachers often struggle to adapt their teaching methods to accommodate diverse learners”. What are some of the challenges that teachers face while trying to use inclusive teaching methods (Provide 3 challenges and a brief explanation of each challenge)? [6] 3.2.2 Consider the statement from the above extract, “The research emphasizes that schools must create flexible learning environments.” Apply this statement to the physical environment of a school. Provide two ways in which the physical environment of a school, can accommodate the diversity of learners? [4] Total: [20] Downloaded by samay pipper () lOMoARcPSD| Page 6 of 7 QUESTION 4: Integrated and Innovative Teaching and Learning Practice As a new teacher, you have been tasked with using digital technology in your lesson. Assume that the lesson is an hour long. The lesson is meant to be interactive. Discuss how you will effectively use digital technology in the classroom. Your response must include the following aspects: 4.1 Provide the following details about the lesson: Subject/Module, Topic, Grade/Level [1] Ensure that the following answers are clearly related to 4.1 4.2 Name and describe/explain the technological tool you will use. [3] 4.3 Give two reasons why you chose to use this tool. [4] 4.4 Give one reason why you think this tool might not be inclusive. [2] 4.5 Describe two ways in which this technology will be interactive [4] 4.6 Name and explain how integrating this technology impacts on the role of the teacher: [6] 4.6.1 Positively 4.6.2 Negatively Total: [20] QUESTION 5: Critical Reflection Engage in a thorough and critical reflection, not more than 1 page in length, on your experiences with Moodle as a Learning Management System (LMS) throughout your BPT 1501 studies. In your analysis, please address the following components: 5.1 Identify and elaborate on two challenges you encountered while using Moodle. [4] 5.2 Identify and elaborate on two strategies to overcome the two identified challenges. [4] 5.3 Reflect on how Moodle has influenced your learning process, the skills you have developed, and any changes you have made to your study habits as a result. [6] 5.4 What is the three most valuable pieces of advice you would offer to a student enrolling in BPT next semester?