Life Skills Science and Technology in Foundation Phase
, Finally, you must select a specific topic( Beginning Knowledge and
Personal
and Social Well-being) and grade (3) in the foundation phase syllabus to
complete this assessment.
Consult CAPS (Life Skills Foundation Phase) and explore the topic noted
above. Choose one of the themes based on water and identify the science
concept (big idea) you will be teaching. Do an internet search on the topic
(water), the selected theme and the science concept embedded in it. Also use
the resources recommended above to get ideas for teaching science based
on the topic and theme.
SECTION B: COMPLETION OF YOUR ASSESSMENT
1.1.1 The science content strand that best fits the theme of water in the
foundation phase syllabus is "life and living."
1.1.2 Motivation: Water is a fundamental component of life, and its presence
and availability have a direct impact on living organisms, ecosystems, and the
environment as a whole. life and living content strand focuses on exploring
the interactions between living organisms and their environments, which
aligns closely with the theme of water.
1.2.1 Adaptation
1.2.2 The availability and quality of water influence the adaptation of organisms.
Organisms in areas with limited water resources may have evolved drought-
resistant characteristics, while those in water-rich environments may have
adaptations for buoyancy and swimming. Human societies have adapted
technologies and practices for managing and utilizing water resources
sustainably. This includes irrigation systems for agriculture, water purification
methods for drinking water, and waster treatment for environmental conservation.
1.3 Before teaching about water, life and living to grade 3 learners, it's
important to assess their existing understanding of the topic and the relevant
science concepts. Here's a step-by-step approach to gather this information:
a) Pre-Assessment Questionnaire: Create a simple questionnaire consisting
of open-ended and multiple-choice questions related to water, life, and
living organisms. This could include questions such as:
What do you know about water?
What living things do you know that need water to survive?
Can you name some animals that live in or near water?
How do plants use water?
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