For the Philosophy of Education enthusiasts who love to debate the nature of philosophy in the CURRENT educational context of South Africa and worldwide, here is the task just for you!
Read and review the five compulsory readings and more from the reading list in the Module Outline.
Section A: 1000 words (Tutorial 4, Look at Slide 7 to 35 title: Assignment 3)
Read the Competencies of Educators according to the National Education Policy Act 27 of 1996 of the Republic of South Africa. Look at the key concepts of sociological, philosophical, historical, political and economic explanations.
CHOOSE CONSTRUCTIVIST THEORY: With reference to the National Education Policy, analyse and discuss the Constructivist theory (objective writing) within the South African schooling context (specifically within the CAPS curriculum). Here it is important to note that Constructivist theory talks about Learning through inquiry, curiosity, tactile teaching and learning activities. Use practical applications of this theory to relate it to the classroom realities of South Africa. In our chats discussion, I will give you more examples of this that I’d like you to include in the assignment.
Section A, Part 2: 1200 Words
Study the Philosopher Nancy Fraser’s notion of Social Justice and participatory parity which focus on economic, cultural, political dimensions of engagement. Discuss the social justice and participatory parity in South African schools focusing on the economic and cultural dimensions ONLY. DO NOT FOCUS ON POLITICS. Use the articles provided and search for others to substantiate your argument like the Pearls Test, research the low literacy and numberacy scores in South Africa, matric results. Speak about diversity needs being met in terms of how children learn. Speak about their socio-economic backgrounds too. Further info will be shared in the chats.
Section B: 1000 Words
Self-reflective practice in the Philosophy of Education module
In this section, draw on key philosophical theories to develop a PERSONAL philosophy of education that is RELAVENT within the South African context of South Africa TODAY! What is your philosophy as a teacher? Use the Guidelines for Personal Philosophy article provided to substantiate it.
Reflect on how education can not stagnate, how I should plan with the learner in mind and prepare lessons/ revise and change pedagogy. Further discussion and pointers will be shared in the chat with you.