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TPN2601 Assignment 50 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2024 - DUE 20 September 2024
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,TPN2601 Assignment 50 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETEANSWERS) 2024 - DUE 20 September 2024 ; 100%
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To complete this portfolio, it is important that you understand
the concepts described below. General themes or concepts that
are important for educators in South Africa 1. Decolonisation
(Education) An active process to change the Western-
dominated philosophy and approach to education to a balanced
approach where indigenous knowledge and pedagogies are
acknowledged and genuinely incorporated into the formal
educational system. Multiple perspectives are included to make
education relevant and practical to address needs and
challenges within specific contexts. (Owuor:2007) Principles:
Mkabela – An African approach to education Own
understanding of the concept and examples of implementation
and teaching practice.
Decolonisation in education in South Africa involves actively
transforming the Western-dominated philosophy and approach
to education. This transformation aims to incorporate
indigenous knowledge systems and pedagogies into the formal
educational system. Here’s a breakdown based on your request:
Understanding Decolonisation in Education
Definition: Decolonisation of education refers to the process of
challenging and transforming the historical and existing colonial
structures, ideologies, and practices in education. It seeks to
,promote an inclusive, balanced approach that recognizes and
integrates indigenous knowledge systems and local contexts.
Principles:
1. African-Centered Education: Emphasizes education that is
rooted in African cultural perspectives, histories, and
values.
2. Inclusivity: Promotes the inclusion of multiple
perspectives, not just Western paradigms, to address
diverse needs and challenges within specific contexts.
3. Relevance: Ensures that education is practical, meaningful,
and applicable to the lived experiences of learners within
their communities.
Examples of Implementation and Teaching Practice
1. Curriculum Development:
o Integration of Indigenous Knowledge: Developing
curriculum content that includes indigenous
knowledge, stories, languages, and practices relevant
to local communities.
o Contextualization: Adapting teaching materials and
methodologies to reflect local realities, histories, and
cultural contexts.
2. Pedagogical Approaches:
, o Experiential Learning: Using experiential methods
that draw on local environments and community
resources to enhance learning experiences.
o Storytelling and Oral Traditions: Incorporating
storytelling and oral traditions as teaching methods to
transmit cultural knowledge and values.
3. Teacher Training and Professional Development:
o Cultural Competence: Providing training that
enhances educators' understanding of diverse cultural
backgrounds and equips them with skills to teach
inclusively.
o Reflective Practice: Encouraging teachers to critically
reflect on their teaching practices and adapt them to
better meet the needs of diverse learners.
4. Community Engagement:
o Partnerships: Collaborating with local communities,
elders, and cultural experts to co-create educational
initiatives that are culturally relevant and responsive.
o Community-Based Learning: Engaging students in
projects and activities that address community needs
and incorporate local knowledge.
Conclusion
Decolonisation in education is a dynamic process that aims to
promote educational equity, cultural recognition, and social
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