INC3701 ASSIGNMENT O4 NAME: HLANGANI HLULANI UNIQUE CODE: 799584 STUDENT NUMBER: 11888989 Table of Contents STUDENT ANTI-PLAGIARISM DECLARATION ............................................................................................... 2 Question 1 .................................................................................................................................................... 3 1.1. Define curriculum differentiation. (5) ......................................................................................... 3 1.2. Outline the significance of curriculum differentiation in a classroom context. (5) ................... 3 1.3. Describe factors that determine differentiation of the curriculum. (6) ..................................... 3 1.4 Discuss the following elements of curriculum to be differentiated. ................................................ 4 1.4 1 Differentiation of the content. (5) .............................................................................................. 4 1.4.2 Differentiation of the process. (5) .............................................................................................. 4 1.4.3 Differentiation of the product. (5) .............................................................................................. 4 1.4.4 Differentiation of the learning environment. (5) ....................................................................... 5 1.4. Critically analyse the inherited exclusions from the past and indicate how best teachers can be inclusive in their approach .................................................................................................................. 5 Question 2 .................................................................................................................................................... 8 2.1 Study the international conventions on Inclusive Education as well as the South African and African Inclusive Education policy and answer the questions that follow: ........................................... 8 2.1.1 Present on a table how the international conventions impacts on Inclusive Education. (15) . 8 2.1.2 Present on a table how the South African and African Inclusive Education policies impact on Inclusive Education. (10) .................................................................................................................... 10 Question 3 .................................................................................................................................................. 13 3.1 List four (4) characteristics of a rights driven, democratic classroom. (4) ..................................... 13 3.2 Study Table 4 in study guide 002 and explain how you would use the values associated with Ubuntu in your classroom to promote a culture that is inclusive and seeks to provide quality education for all? ................................................................................................................................... 13 References .................................................................................................................................................. 15 1|Page STUDENT ANTI-PLAGIARISM DECLARATION UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTIONAL STUDIES I (full names) __Hlangani Hlulani________________________________________________ Student number _____11888989_____________________________________________ Subject/Module Code INC3701 Declaration 1. I understand what plagiarism entails and am aware of the university’s policy in this regard. 2. I declare that this _____assignment_________________ (e.g. essay, report, project, assignment, dissertation, thesis, etc) is my own, original work. Where someone else’s work was used (whether from a printed source, the internet or any other source) due acknowledgement was given and reference was made according to departmental requirements. 3. I did not make use of another student’s previous work and submitted it as my own. 4. I did not allow and will not allow anyone to copy my work with the intention of presenting it as his or her own work. Signature __________________________________ Date: _______12-08-2022___________ 2|Page Question 1 1.1. Define curriculum differentiation. (5) Curriculum differentiation involves the modification of the learning environment, teaching methodologies, teaching strategies and the content of the curriculum to take into consideration the ability level, interests and background of a learner (Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019).cited DBE, 2011). 1.2. Outline the significance of curriculum differentiation in a classroom context. (5) It is the most logical way to respond to learners’ diversity in their learning environment It promotes the progress of each learner in a general curriculum It maximises learners’ growth and facilitates individuals’ success. It acknowledges that each learner learns differently It promote different learning styles during the learning process It ensures that learners participate actively in their learning where they are able to apply what they have learnt. It enables all learners to experience success, prevents occurrence of learning gaps among learners, provides opportunities for cognitive development, It reduces challenging behaviour in learners and is a means to make inclusion a reality 1.3. Describe factors that determine differentiation of the curriculum. (6) (i) Readiness level “Readiness level is a learner’s current proximity to specified knowledge, understanding, and skills”. It is shaped by prior learning, life experiences, attitudes towards schooling as well as cognitive and metacognitive proficiency Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019).cited Tomlinson and Imbeau (2010:). It is derived from Vygotsky’s (1978) zone of proximal development (ZPD) which is the a point of required mastery where the child cannot effectively function independently, but can succeed with scaffolding or support. (ii) Learners’ interest Learners’ interest is “that which engages the attention, curiosity, and involvement of a student” (Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019).cited Tomlinson & Imbeau, 2010). (iii) Learners’ profile A learner’s profile provides information on the learner’s skills, likes, strengths, preferences, personal characteristics, cultural, linguistic, experiential background and challenges of the learners and their families (Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Cited Salend, 2011). 3|Page 1.4 Discuss the following elements of curriculum to be differentiated. 1.4 1 Differentiation of the content. (5) Differentiation of the content refers to a teaching pedagogy whereby one concept or topic is presented to the learners at various levels of complexity Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Cited (Walton, 2013). In this instance, the teacher provides learners with the same curricular areas but at varying levels of difficulty Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Cited (Salend, 2011). For example, during Life Skills or Life orientation, learners who function at a high level can record the types and number of vehicles that pass through an intersection per hour while the low-functioning groups can draw a picture of what they saw at an intersection. Another example of content differentiation is where a teacher allows learners with more ability to work on the application of a concept, whereas learners who find the curriculum content challenging may be working with definitions, comparisons or contrasts, or summarization’s of the same concepts Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). 1.4.2 Differentiation of the process. (5) Process refers to techniques or instructional strategies that the teacher uses to present information to the learners and how the learner makes sense of the content (Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019).cited Tomlinson & Imbeau, 2010). This includes strategies such as small group instruction, cooperative learning, demonstrations, using peers or adults to read aloud to the learner as well as the use of multisensory approaches. For example, in a history class, one learner might be unable to read the history textbook but can arrive at the same understanding of the content by watching a video. Another strategy to differentiate the learning process, especially when the content is challenging, is through peer tutoring where learners can work with each other to improve their performance. Another strategy to differentiate the process is when the teacher provide extra assistance outside classroom hours, and giving individual feedback and encouragement on classroom performance. The teacher can again divide the class into four ability groups or dividing them into mixed-ability groups, in which learners with more experience help those with less experience Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Cited (UNESCO, 2004). 1.4.3 Differentiation of the product. (5) Product refers to the output through which learners demonstrate what they have learnt Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Cited (Fitzgerald, 2016). In other words, it which enables the teacher to determine whether the teaching goal have been achieved. During the differentiation of the product, teachers use various forms of assessment that allow learners to demonstrate and apply what they have learnt and apply knowledge and skills after significant instruction Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Cited ( Santangelo & Tomlinson, 2009). Differentiating the product also: Encourages learners to demonstrate what they have learnt in various ways; Allows various working arrangements such as working alone or in groups; Encourages the use of various resources in preparation of the product; Allows the use of various assessment methods; 4|Page Provides product assignment at varying degrees of difficulty, determined by the learners’ readiness. For example, the teacher cam use differentiate the product by using strategies such as the use of multiple-choice questions, gap filling, taking advantage of open-ended questions and open-book tests. Other forms of differentiating the products include the use of group assessment activities, allowing assessment activities to be taken orally as well as in written form, allowing extra time to complete the assessment task, using aids and technology (Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Cited DBE, 2011:14). 1.4.4 Differentiation of the learning environment. (5) The learning environment does not only refer to the physical setting of the class but also the emotional context in which learning occurs (Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Cited Tomlinson & Imbeau, 2010). Learning environment is an essential step towards effective learning for all learners. For example, teachers can organise the teaching and learning environment by modifying the classroom setting to allow clear access to teaching boards and other resources. The learning environment can also be modified to allow learners to move freely between tables and groups. Differentiation of the learning environment presents with the following characteristics: 1.4. The teacher is responsive to the needs of all learners in all domains. All learners feel secure and safe, both physically and affectively The teacher provides each learner with the necessary support. Individual differences are welcomed and accepted. Learners learn to support and respect one another as learners. Both the teacher and learners share decisions about daily classroom routines, management and classroom operation. Physical arrangements are flexible to meet the needs of each learner. A range of resources is available to support teaching and learning. Critically analyse the inherited exclusions from the past and indicate how best teachers can be inclusive in their approach The inherited exclusions from the past Social exclusion is defined as an outcome of processes of discrimination against specific groups of people (DFID, 2005), leading to their systematic disadvantage in relation to economic assets and livelihoods, human resources such as health and education services and political and social participation. As a concept, social exclusion is understood to illuminate some of the significant processes underlying poverty and its intergenerational transmission. The advantages of paying attention to these underlying processes of economic, human and social deprivation is that they point to the qualitative changes that need to be encouraged in societies to address inter-group conflicts, prejudices and/or the exercise of intimidation or oppression. 5|Page Social exclusion is complex. It is sometimes the product of a single factor stemming from a distinguishing social attribute, such as race, class, ethnicity or gender. It is equally often the product of a complex of forces and factors which affect individuals at particular points in their life-cycle owing to circumstances such as being widowed or orphaned, migrating to new areas, or having stigmatising health conditions such as being HIV+ or engaging in stigmatised occupations such as sex work (Gardener and Subrahmanian, 2005). Social exclusion takes political, economic, social, and cultural forms and often is experienced differently by people who putatively belong to common groups. Attention to education exclusion is important as reaching the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and those of the Education for All (EFA) commitments will not be possible if large numbers of children are not able to access school and use to their maximum benefit the opportunities that school might provide. Thus, attention to both out of school children as well as children who are unable to sustain participation in schooling, is crucial given the commitment of national governments supported by development agencies to ensuring that by 2015 all children enrol and complete a full course of primary schooling. The reality is that for 77 million children globally access to schooling has not been achieved (UNESCO, 2007). Even in countries with relatively stable governments and state provided education systems, there are many children still out of school. Education exclusion is a facet of social exclusion and manifests itself in a spectrum of social and psychological inequities. Extreme educational exclusion arises when individuals and groups find themselves systematically excluded from rights and entitlements which are theirs as a result of their membership of a society and includes denial of resources and facilities. At the other end of the spectrum exclusion could take the form of subtle forms of manipulation of the delivery of educational goods and services to favour some individuals and groups at the expense of others, or the reinforcement of negative or discriminatory social attitudes towards particular children. In these cases, while the effects are often as damaging as when extreme forms of exclusion occur, proof is harder to adduce. Education policies have been particularly oriented to expanding supply to ensure universal enrolment of children. Poor supply of quality schooling continues to be a factor constraining the access of different groups of children to school. However, even with qualitative improvements and greater supply, it is apparent that there are consistent gaps in the education participation and achievement of different social groups. Inequalities thus need to be seen not just in relation to the physical access of children to school but also in relation to the quality of the education experience and its ability to maximise the potential of every individual child, build self-esteem and develop capacities to function fully as citizens. 6|Page How teachers can be inclusive The policy response is the solution to exclusion in education and has been to actively tackle social exclusion of individuals and groups of citizens to ensure that they become part of society. In policy terms, addressing social exclusion can be understood as comprising a number of processes. First, it requires the identification of groups who are excluded. Second, there is a need to understand why individuals and groups might be excluded. Third, in response to this, there is a need to institute processes which either (i) eliminate the barriers which lead to discrimination experienced by these individuals and groups and which preclude their involvement or participation in the democratic processes and activities of the society, or (ii) secure, through mechanisms such as targeting and affirmative action, their receipt of essential goods and services where access is limited. Fourth, social exclusion requires joined up policy across different social sectors and services. Therefore teachers should use. Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019) cited The inclusion policy (DoE,2001) that requires teachers to assess the needs of learners in order to determine the required level of support. This policy recognizes the diversity of learners in terms of their background, barriers to learning and development that they experience. In this way, inclusive education also promotes social justice for all citizens by acknowledging that all learners can learn and require support to reach their full potential. inclusion is about increasing the participation of learners in and reducing their exclusion from the cultures, curricula and communities of local schools. The cultures, policies and practices must be restructured in schools so that they respond to the diversity of learners. The learning and participation of all learners vulnerable to exclusionary pressures are included, not only those with impairments or those categorised as experiencing barriers to learning and development. inclusion is about recognising and respecting the differences between all learners and building on the similarities. Inclusion is about supporting all learners, educators and the system as a whole so that the full range of learning needs can be met. The focus is on teaching and learning actors, with the emphasis on the development of good teaching strategies that will be of benefit to all learners. Inclusion focuses on overcoming barriers in the system that prevent it from meeting the full range of learning need Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). 7|Page Question 2 2.1 Study the international conventions on Inclusive Education as well as the South African and African Inclusive Education policy and answer the questions that follow: 2.1.1 Present on a table how the international conventions impacts on Inclusive Education. (15) Year 1948 Document title Universal Declaration Rights (Article 26) 1965 international Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination 1982 World Programme of Action Concerning Disabled Persons 1989 UN Convention on the Rights of the Child 8|Page of Human How it impacts on inclusive education Education is a right. Primary school should be free. We should learn about the UN and how to get on with others. Our parents can choose what we learn. Children should not be discriminated against. The best interests of the child and the child’s view should be considered. Condemns apartheid and racial segregation and obliges countries to "prevent, prohibit and eradicate" these practices in all of their territories. Combats racial prejudice and encourages understanding and tolerance between different racial, ethnic and national groups Strategy to enhance disability prevention, rehabilitation and equalisation of opportunities. Refers to full participation of people with disabilities in social life and national development. Emphasises the need to approach disability from a human rights perspective. Protects the rights of children in all areas of their life. Governments have a responsibility to: Take all available measures to make sure children’s rights are respected, protected and fulfilled Agree to review their laws relating to children Calls on governments to assess their social services, legal, health and education systems, as well as levels of funding for 1990 World Education Forum: Jomtien Conference Education for All (EFA) 1993 Standard Rules on the Equalisation of Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities: UN General Assembly 1994 Salamanca Statement and Framework for Action on Special Needs Education: 92 countries, 25 international organisations 2000 World Education Framework 2000 UN Millennium Development Goals 2000–15 2006 UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 9|Page Forum: Dakar these services Is a major milestone in the international dialogue on the place of education in human development policy. Makes education a top priority; broadens the discussion about education from its previous, limited focus on access to primary school Emphasises strong moral and political commitment of governments to take action to attain equity for persons with disabilities. Document is still a basis for policy-making and cooperation between countries Calls for major school reform. Recognises the need for and urgency of providing education for all children, young people and adults “within the regular education system”. Children with “special educational needs” must have access to regular schools as the most effective way of addressing discrimination, creating welcoming communities, building an inclusive society and achieving Education for All Culmination of a major assessment of the state of education across the world 1990–2000. Resulted in a set of priorites that aimed to address equitable access to quality education –particular focus on gender. Sets out eight global goals, including halving the extreme poverty rate, halting the spread of HIV & AIDS and providing universal primary education Followed decades of work by the UN to change attitudes and approaches to persons with disabilities. Aims to shift culture of viewing people with disabilities as “objects” of charity, medical treatment and social protection to viewing them as “subjects” like anyone else—people with rights, who are capable of claiming those rights, making decisions and being active members of society 2015 UN Sustainable Development Goals Sets out seventeen global goals, 2015–30 which followed on from the Millenium Development Goals. SDG 4 ensures inclusive, equitable, quality education and promotes lifelong learning opportunities for all, and has a specific focus on all marginalised groups. 2015 World Education Forum: Incheon Focused on the framework for action Declaration for SDG 4. Outlines a commitment to “addressing all forms of exclusion and marginalisation, disparities and inequalities in access, participation and learning outcomes”, in practice: Provides twelve years of free education Ensures access to education and learning is equitable, with a focus on vulnerable groups Ensures that outcomes are relevant and effective, and provide the building blocks for lifelong learning Source: Inclusive teaching and learning for South Africa (2019). 2.1.2 Present on a table how the South African and African Inclusive Education policies impact on Inclusive Education. (10) Year Document title How it impacts on inclusive education 1990 African Union: African Charter on Emphasises the need to include the Rights and Welfare of the Child African cultural values and experiences when dealing with the rights of the child, as their realities are particular to Africa. Any custom, tradition, cultural or religious practice that is inconsistent with children’s rights is discouraged. 1996 The South African Constitution and Supports the rights to basic education, Bill of Rights to a safe environment and to act in the best interest of the child. 1996 The South African Schools Act Articulates the roles and responsibilities of public schools. Ended the system of separate schooling on the basis of race and 10 | P a g e 2001 DoE: Education White Paper 6: Special Needs Education: building an inclusive education and training system 2005 The South African Children’s Act 2015 DHET: Revised Policy on Minimum Requirements for Teacher Education Qualifications DBE: Policy on Screening Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS) 2011 created a single system for all learners. Right of equal access to basic and quality education for all learners without discrimination of any sort. No learner may be denied admission to an ordinary school on any grounds. The first step towards a single, inclusive education system for South Africa. Suggests structural and programme changes to South Africa’s education system so that diverse learners can be included in mainstream schools. Outlines an inclusive education system in which all learners have equal access to quality educational opportunities. Recognises the importance of developing learners’ strengths, and of empowering and enabling learners to participate actively and critically in the learning process. Protects the rights of children so they are able to grow up safely and develop well. If abused or neglected, they will be helped to recover. Children are allowed to have their say and participate in decisions that affect their lives. Values and protects families. Ensures proper and safe after-care, crèches, drop in centres, and child and youth care centres. All teachers need to be familiar with what is needed to implement inclusive education practices. Framework of procedures to identify, assess, and provide programmes for all learners who need additional support to boost their participation and inclusion in school. Strategies for differentiated teaching and learning to meet the diversity of learners’ needs. Details ten principles for professional teaching. 2011 DBE: Guidelines for Responding to Learner Diversity in the Classroom 2011 South African Council for Educators (SACE): Draft Professional Teacher Standards DBE: National Curriculum and States what should be in the curricula Assessment and Policy Statement for each grade in South Africa, and 2012 11 | P a g e Grades R–12 The South African Development Plan 2030 how it should be assessed. 2012 National Promotes nation building as a key element within social cohesion schemes. Identifies 31 actions that will help to achieve this based on values, equal opportunities, inclusion, cohesion, citizenship and leadership. 2013 African Union: Agenda 2063— Strategic plan for the socio-economic Africa’s Agenda for Children transformation of the continent. Emphasises the importance of education and children’s civil and political rights as the foundations of sustainable, rights-based development. 2014 Southern African Development Aims to realise the educational rights of Community (SADC): Care and all children, including those who are Support for Teaching and Learning most vulnerable, by addressing barriers (CSTL) framework to learning and participation. Supports schools through nine programmes to become inclusive centres of teaching, learning, care and support. 2018 DBE: Draft Norms and Standards Addresses how an inclusive education for Funding system will be funded and resourced. 2018 DHET: Standards for Inclusive Identifies standards for the Teaching development of inclusive teachers in five key areas: valuing and understanding learner diversity; agency for social justice and inclusion; collaborating to enable inclusive teaching and learning; developing professionally as an inclusive teacher; employing classroom practices that promote learning for all. Source: Inclusive teaching and learning for South Africa (2019). 2.2.3 List five (5) similarities you can draw from the tables above. (5) 12 | P a g e Question 3 3.1 List four (4) characteristics of a rights driven, democratic classroom. (4) Learner-centred methods and strategies for learning and teaching Relationships based on dignity, equality and respect Classroom management strategies that are in keeping with democratic and human rights values Inclusive approach to: use of languages; different ways of making meaning from learning; diversity 3.2 Study Table 4 in study guide 002 and explain how you would use the values associated with Ubuntu in your classroom to promote a culture that is inclusive and seeks to provide quality education for all? References Inclusive teaching and learning for South Africa (2019) cited NE Chikanda (1990) Inclusive teaching and learning for South Africa (2019) cited Nhlanhla Mkhize (2008) Inclusive teaching and learning for South Africa (2019) cited Mokong Simon 13 | P a g e Values associated how you would use the values associated with ubuntu with Ubuntu in your classroom to promote a culture that is inclusive and seeks to provide quality education for all Sensitivity to the needs As a teacher I should be culturally-sensitive of others; charity; because it is one that is aware of and sympathy; care; addresses the students’ cultural and ethnic respect; consideration; needs as well as their social, emotional, and kindness cognitive needs in order to obtain the students’ cooperation. Social justice; Students have unique skills and experiences righteousness; care; that can enrich your classroom culture. empathy for others; Take the time to understand what respect students value as well as their strengths and needs. Engage in conversations, give student surveys or ask questions on exit slips. Learn about hobbies and interests you can tap into when planning your lessons. It is important to make a strong effort to understand each student as a unique and complex individual, beyond his or her cultural identity. This will help you to create engaging lessons that can bridge cultural barriers. Respect; group As a teacher I should treat my student with solidarity; conformity; respect because students will never respect me compassion; human if I do not respect them. I should never yell, use dignity and sarcasm, single a student out, or attempt to humaneness; embarrass them. Those things will lead to a collective unity and loss of respect from the entire class. I should solidarity; sharing; handle situations professionally. I should deal Mapadimeng universal brotherhood; (2009) communalism; interdependence; hospitality Inclusive teaching and learning for South Africa (2019) cited Mluleki Mnyaka & Mokgethi Motlhabi (2009) Inclusive; deeds of kindness; compassion; caring; sharing; solidarity; sacrifice Inclusive teaching and learning for South Africa (2019) cited Desmond Tutu (2011) Our humaneness; caring; hospitality; our sense of connectedness; our sense that my humanity is bound up in your humanity Inclusive Caring; humility; teaching and fraternity; mutuality learning for South Africa (2019) cited Polycarp Ikuenobe (2017) 14 | P a g e with problems individually, in a respectful, yet direct and authoritative manner. I should also treat each student the same and not play favorites. The same set of rules must apply to all students. It is also vital that a teacher is fair and consistent when dealing with students. Some students need teachers who will go that extra mile to ensure that they are successful. As a teacher I should sacrifice my time for my student and care by providing extra tutoring on their own time before and/or after school for struggling students. put together extra work packets, communicate with parents more frequently and take a genuine interest in the well-being of the student. Going the extra mile may mean donating clothing, shoes, food or other household goods that a family needs to survive. It may be continuing to work with a student even after he is no longer in my classroom. It is about recognizing and assisting in meeting student needs inside and outside of the classroom. As a teacher I should connects with my students and know that my students have lives away from the classroom. I should talk to them about their interests and extracurricular activities that they participate in and take an interest in their interests even if i do not share the same passion, I should attend a few ball games or extracurricular activities to show my support and also encourage my students to take their passions and interests and turn them into a career. Finally, I should be considerate when assigning homework, I should think about the extracurricular activities occurring on that particular day and try not to overburden my students. As a teacher, I should care, not just about education, but about the students' education. Great teachers care about their students. And I should also want my student to succeed and commit myself to helping them achieve their goals. Moreover, as a teacher I should care about my students' happiness, well-being and life beyond the classroom References Prof Mahlo F.D. (2019). Study guide of inclusive education (for INC3701). Department of inclusive education. University of South Africa, Pretoria. Inclusive teaching and learning for South Africa (2019). Study guide for INC3701. University of South Africa. British Council 15 | P a g e