CSP4801 Assignment 4 2024

CSP4801
Assignment 4 2024

,CSP4801 Assignment 4 2024




1. Emotional intelligence is described as a skill that helps people understand and manage their

emotions and behaviours. It is therefore deemed important that teachers help their learners

understand and control their emotions because “learning is likely to be more effective if

educators help to minimise stress and fear at school, teach students emotional regulation

strategies, and provide a positive learning environment that is motivating to students” (Hinton,

Miyamoto & Della-Chiesa, 2008). Lerato is a newly qualified Mathematics and English First

Additional Language teacher at an under resourced primary school. Interested to understand the

concept of emotional intelligence, Lerato decided to explore her Grade 6 learners’ emotions by

asking them to complete tasks in Mathematics and English First Additional Language. She

observed her learners while doing their tasks and took some notes. The data she gathered showed

that some learners experienced positive emotions while others experienced negative emotions

during the task completion. The negative emotions included frustration, boredom, annoyance,

anger, lack of interest in doing the task and some anxiety. The positive emotions included pride

and happiness. Using motivation and behavioural theories (and any relevant model), design

intervention strategies or guidelines to help Lerato address the negative emotions the learners

experienced. (25) Marking guide Level Understanding and Application of Theories (25) 5

(Excellent) Comprehensive understanding and exceptional application of EI, motivation, and

behavioural theories, with insightful connections. Innovative, well-thought-out, detailed, and

highly relevant strategies that are feasible and likely to be effective. 4 (Good) Good

understanding and solid application of EI, motivation, and behavioural theories, with some

insightful connections. Well-designed and detailed strategies that are relevant, feasible, and

, likely to be effective. 3 (Satisfactory) Satisfactory understanding and adequate application of EI,

motivation, and behavioural theories, with basic connections. Adequately designed strategies that

are relevant and feasible but may have minor effectiveness issues. 2 (Needs Improvement)

Limited understanding and weak application of EI, motivation, and behavioural theories, with

weak connections. Poorly designed strategies with significant gaps in relevance, feasibility, or

effectiveness. 1 (Poor) Minimal understanding and poor application of EI, motivation, and

behavioural theories, with no clear connections. Strategies are not relevant or feasible and

unlikely to be effective.

Intervention Strategies to Address Negative Emotions in Grade 6 Learners

Lerato can use a combination of emotional intelligence (EI), motivation, and behavioral theories

to design intervention strategies that address the negative emotions her learners experience.

Here’s a comprehensive approach, grounded in relevant theories:

1. Understanding Emotional Intelligence and its Importance

Emotional Intelligence (EI):

• Daniel Goleman's EI Model: This model includes self-awareness, self-regulation,

motivation, empathy, and social skills. By understanding and implementing these

components, Lerato can help her students manage their emotions more effectively.

• Salovey and Mayer’s Ability Model: This model focuses on the ability to perceive,

understand, manage, and use emotions. Lerato can use this model to identify and address

the emotional needs of her learners.

2. Applying Motivation Theories