, PLEASE USE THIS DOCUMENT AS A GUIDE TO ANSWER YOUR ASSIGNMENT
Please also note that the author of this document will not be responsible for any plagiarism you
commit.
GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION
Student name and surname Student number
Miss/Mrs/Mr
Postal address Unisa E-mail
Contact details
Are you permanently employed at a school?
Are you an intern or assistant teacher at a
school?
Are you employed outside the education
sector?
STUDENT DECLARATION
I, …………………………………………… declare that Assessment 3 is my own work. I take note of
the following examination rules:
All the photographs or ideas that I have used are my own.
I have kept a copy of the workbook and it is in safekeeping.
I know I must submit the correct Assessment 3.
I further declare that I have not previously submitted this work, or part of it, for another
assessment.
I further declare that I have not provided any fellow student with a copy of my workbook to use for
his/her own assessments.
I am fully aware that the signatures in my assessment must be original and that no signature may
be cut and pasted into the documents.
As this is a final examination portfolio, no resubmission/late submissions will be allowed.
There is no opportunity for a remarking of final examination portfolios.
I must submit this assessment after completing the school-based teaching practice at my school of
placement.
Any plagiarism found will be considered dishonest and disciplinary steps will, consequently, be
taken by the University.
You may only use photographs that you take from the internet, PROVIDED THAT you are given
permission to find photographs and ideas on the internet.
Name and surname: …………………………………………………………….…...…………
Student number: ………………………………………………………………………………………
Signature: ……………………………...
Date: …………………………………………….
, SECTION A: AN AFRICAN PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
Introduction
The following definitions are important when doing observation to contribute to your theoretical
knowledge of learning and teaching in South Africa. These definitions are constructed around the
interpretation of specific aspects related to Africanisation. Make use of these definitions together
with your theoretical knowledge of current research gained in each module. When observing,
reporting and reflecting on the portfolio activities, these concepts and principles will enable you to
reflect critically on learning and teaching in the unique context in which you are teaching.
To improve education in South Africa, teachers need to be aware of the contextual factors that affect
life and education. The lived realities as experienced by our society or communities provide a
background to understand challenges from their unique contexts. An African philosophy of
education based on these realities that articulate the lived reality is needed. This philosophy could
become a useful tool that provides a perspective to define and address problems. This approach can
improve education and life on different levels (Higgs, 2003).
The reality experienced by a diverse African community suggests a spirit of communality as
expressed in an indigenous African knowledge system. General unifying themes describe concepts in
African philosophy that relate to education. To complete this portfolio, it is important that you
understand these concepts.
Read the information in the following table. The concept is explained first and the principles
underlying or supporting the concept follow. To ensure that you understand the information, explain
it in your own words in one sentence in the space provided.
To complete this portfolio, it is important that you understand the concepts described below.
General themes or concepts that are important for educators in South Africa
ACTIVITY 1: DECOLONISATION (EDUCATION)
An active process to change the Western-dominated philosophy and approach to education into a
balanced approach where indigenous knowledge and pedagogies are acknowledged and genuinely
incorporated into the formal educational system. Multiple perspectives are included to make
education relevant and practical to address needs and challenges within specific contexts. (Owuor,
2007)
Principles: Mkabela – An African approach to education. Own understanding of the concept:
Decolonisation in education is the process of integrating indigenous knowledge and perspectives into
the curriculum to create a more balanced and relevant learning experience. It ensures that education
reflects the lived realities of African communities. This approach empowers learners by valuing their
cultural heritage and local knowledge.
Explain how an African philosophy influences your teaching context and provide examples.
An African philosophy of education promotes communal learning, respect for indigenous knowledge,
and a holistic approach to teaching. For example, I incorporate storytelling and oral traditions in
lessons to enhance understanding. I also encourage collaborative learning to reflect the communal
spirit found in African cultures.
Please also note that the author of this document will not be responsible for any plagiarism you
commit.
GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION
Student name and surname Student number
Miss/Mrs/Mr
Postal address Unisa E-mail
Contact details
Are you permanently employed at a school?
Are you an intern or assistant teacher at a
school?
Are you employed outside the education
sector?
STUDENT DECLARATION
I, …………………………………………… declare that Assessment 3 is my own work. I take note of
the following examination rules:
All the photographs or ideas that I have used are my own.
I have kept a copy of the workbook and it is in safekeeping.
I know I must submit the correct Assessment 3.
I further declare that I have not previously submitted this work, or part of it, for another
assessment.
I further declare that I have not provided any fellow student with a copy of my workbook to use for
his/her own assessments.
I am fully aware that the signatures in my assessment must be original and that no signature may
be cut and pasted into the documents.
As this is a final examination portfolio, no resubmission/late submissions will be allowed.
There is no opportunity for a remarking of final examination portfolios.
I must submit this assessment after completing the school-based teaching practice at my school of
placement.
Any plagiarism found will be considered dishonest and disciplinary steps will, consequently, be
taken by the University.
You may only use photographs that you take from the internet, PROVIDED THAT you are given
permission to find photographs and ideas on the internet.
Name and surname: …………………………………………………………….…...…………
Student number: ………………………………………………………………………………………
Signature: ……………………………...
Date: …………………………………………….
, SECTION A: AN AFRICAN PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
Introduction
The following definitions are important when doing observation to contribute to your theoretical
knowledge of learning and teaching in South Africa. These definitions are constructed around the
interpretation of specific aspects related to Africanisation. Make use of these definitions together
with your theoretical knowledge of current research gained in each module. When observing,
reporting and reflecting on the portfolio activities, these concepts and principles will enable you to
reflect critically on learning and teaching in the unique context in which you are teaching.
To improve education in South Africa, teachers need to be aware of the contextual factors that affect
life and education. The lived realities as experienced by our society or communities provide a
background to understand challenges from their unique contexts. An African philosophy of
education based on these realities that articulate the lived reality is needed. This philosophy could
become a useful tool that provides a perspective to define and address problems. This approach can
improve education and life on different levels (Higgs, 2003).
The reality experienced by a diverse African community suggests a spirit of communality as
expressed in an indigenous African knowledge system. General unifying themes describe concepts in
African philosophy that relate to education. To complete this portfolio, it is important that you
understand these concepts.
Read the information in the following table. The concept is explained first and the principles
underlying or supporting the concept follow. To ensure that you understand the information, explain
it in your own words in one sentence in the space provided.
To complete this portfolio, it is important that you understand the concepts described below.
General themes or concepts that are important for educators in South Africa
ACTIVITY 1: DECOLONISATION (EDUCATION)
An active process to change the Western-dominated philosophy and approach to education into a
balanced approach where indigenous knowledge and pedagogies are acknowledged and genuinely
incorporated into the formal educational system. Multiple perspectives are included to make
education relevant and practical to address needs and challenges within specific contexts. (Owuor,
2007)
Principles: Mkabela – An African approach to education. Own understanding of the concept:
Decolonisation in education is the process of integrating indigenous knowledge and perspectives into
the curriculum to create a more balanced and relevant learning experience. It ensures that education
reflects the lived realities of African communities. This approach empowers learners by valuing their
cultural heritage and local knowledge.
Explain how an African philosophy influences your teaching context and provide examples.
An African philosophy of education promotes communal learning, respect for indigenous knowledge,
and a holistic approach to teaching. For example, I incorporate storytelling and oral traditions in
lessons to enhance understanding. I also encourage collaborative learning to reflect the communal
spirit found in African cultures.
