ENG2613 Assignment
3 (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) 2024
(300218) - DUE 5
August 2024;100%
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ADMIN
[COMPANY NAME]
, Consider the following statement: “Choosing a book for learners
is the first step to turning them into enthusiastic readers.”
Drawing on all the knowledge you have gained through this
module, explain how you would go about choosing a text to read
with FAL learners in the Intermediate Phase in a South African,
multicultural classroom. Your essay should be 3-4 typed OR
hand-written pages long, and you must write in your own words.
ESSAY 1
Essay: Choosing a Text for FAL Learners in the
Intermediate Phase in a South African Multicultural
Classroom
Choosing a book for learners is indeed the first step to turning
them into enthusiastic readers. This process requires careful
consideration of various factors, especially in a multicultural
classroom in South Africa. The aim is to select a text that not
only enhances language proficiency but also resonates with the
diverse backgrounds of the learners, fostering a love for reading.
Below, I will outline the key considerations and steps to select
an appropriate text for First Additional Language (FAL) learners
in the Intermediate Phase.
Understanding the Learners’ Backgrounds
The first crucial step is to understand the cultural, linguistic, and
socio-economic backgrounds of the learners. South African
classrooms are often diverse, with learners speaking different
home languages and coming from various cultural backgrounds.
Understanding these aspects helps in selecting texts that reflect