Summary BTE2601 (Becoming A Teacher) Assignment 2 Solutions for Semester 1 (2023) Detailed answers with examples are provided
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Course
BTE2601 - Becoming A Teacher (BTE2601)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Becoming a teacher
BTE2601 (Becoming A Teacher) Assignment 2 Solutions for Semester 1 (2023) Detailed answers with examples are provided. The prescribed text book was used in answering this assignment: Becoming a teacher UNISA Custom Edition S Gravett, JJ De Beer, E Du Plessis
,Contents
QUESTION 1 ............................................................................................................................................ 2
1.1. In your own words describe the following terms: ...................................................................... 2
a) Rote Learning .................................................................................................................................. 2
b) Pedagogical content knowledge ..................................................................................................... 2
c) Pedagogy ......................................................................................................................................... 3
d) Epistemologies ................................................................................................................................ 3
e) Empirical ......................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2. Shulman (2004:504) described classroom teaching as “perhaps the most complex, most
challenging and most demanding and frightening activity our species has ever invented”. He
claims good teaching combines knowledge of different aspects. Name SEVEN knowledge
bases that the teacher should possess and briefly explain why it is important for a teacher to
possess this knowledge. ..................................................................................................................... 4
1.3. List any FIVE different intelligences as suggested by Howard Gardner (1943). ................ 6
QUESTION 2 ........................................................................................................................................ 8
2.1. Outline different roles that the teacher should display............................................................ 8
2.2. State the benefits of applying a caring pedagogy. .................................................................. 9
2.3. Discuss the following theories and the assumptions they hold regarding. ........................ 10
teaching and learning: ....................................................................................................................... 10
a) Behaviourism ............................................................................................................................ 10
b) Social theory.............................................................................................................................. 11
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, QUESTION 1
1.1. In your own words describe the following terms:
a) Rote Learning
Rote learning refers to a memorization technique where information is repeated
multiple times in order to be remembered, without necessarily understanding its
meaning or context.
Rote learning teaching is a method where information is memorized through
repetition and recitation. An example of rote learning teaching could be a teacher
asking students to repeat a list of vocabulary words or historical dates multiple times
until they can recite them accurately without hesitation. In this method, the emphasis
is on memorization and recall of information, rather than understanding and
application.
b) Pedagogical content knowledge
Pedagogical content knowledge refers to the understanding of how to teach a
particular subject effectively and efficiently, combining a deep understanding of the
content with knowledge of how students learn, their prior knowledge, and how to
design instruction that helps them build upon their understanding.
An example of pedagogical content knowledge in teaching would be a math teacher
who not only has a deep understanding of mathematical concepts, but also has a
strong understanding of how to effectively teach those concepts to their students.
This could involve knowledge of various teaching strategies and the ability to adapt
them to the needs of individual students, as well as an understanding of common
misconceptions and how to address them in the classroom. The teacher might also
have a good sense of the best way to present information so that it is meaningful and
relevant to students, and be able to use real-world examples and hands-on activities
to engage students and reinforce key concepts.
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