1.1 Discuss the different language teaching approaches set out in CAPS. In your discussion, indicate which teaching approach(s) would, in your opinion, be suitable for the teaching of the content: "Read a story" as stipulated in the table for Grade 4, term 1, week 1-2. Explain how you would use this approach when teaching "Read a story". (10)
In the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS), there are various language teaching approaches to teach different content. When teaching the content "Read a story" to Grade 4 students, one suitable approach is the Whole Language Approach.
The Whole Language Approach focuses on the integration of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in a meaningful context. It emphasizes the importance of authentic and engaging texts, such as stories, to develop students' language skills. When teaching "Read a story" using this approach, the following steps can be taken:
Pre-reading: Begin by introducing the story to the students, building their interest and background knowledge. Discuss the title, cover, and illustrations. Activate prior knowledge related to the story topic. Encourage students to make predictions about the content and engage in a brief discussion.
During reading: Read the story aloud to the students or have them read it silently. Encourage active participation by asking comprehension questions, discussing key vocabulary, and promoting critical thinking. Use strategies like think-aloud, visualization, and connections to enhance comprehension and engagement.
Post-reading: After reading the story, facilitate a discussion to understand and address any questions or confusion. Encourage students to share their thoughts, feelings, and opinions about the story. Engage them in activities such as retelling the story, identifying the main ideas, summarizing, or creating illustrations related to the story.
The Whole Language Approach allows students to immerse themselves in authentic language experiences, fostering a love of reading, and developing their language skills holistically. It encourages meaningful interactions with texts and promotes language acquisition through exposure, engagement, and purposeful communication.
1.2 Find a poem suitable for any Intermediate Phase grade and copy and paste, scan, or type it into your assignment.
Sure! Here's a poem suitable for Intermediate Phase grades:
Title: "The River"
The river flows like a sparkling stream, reflecting the sunlight's golden gleam. It twists and turns, meanders free, carving its path through land and trees.
The water rushes, a joyful sound, creating ripples as it's unbound. There is an air of history, secrets, and tales yet to be told.
Beneath the surface, life's hidden deep. In the river's embrace, creatures creep. With a playful dance, fish and frogs find solace in this vast expanse of water.
The river nurtures us, brings life, it sustains nature, and it calms strife. Protecting the river, for me, and you, is a gift we can cherish forever.
1.2.1 Discuss how you will integrate the four language skills into the poem teaching. In your discussion, include the following: • A brief discussion of each language skill • An indication of the activities that will cover the different language skills during the lesson For this question, the four language skills should be incorporated between the pre-reading, during-reading, and post-reading stages. (10)
To integrate the four language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) when teaching the poem "The River," the following activities can be incorporated into the lesson:
Pre-reading:
Reading comprehension: Before reading the poem, engage students in a