TMS3731
ASSIGNMENT 4 2024
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 25 SEPTEMBER 2024
, TMS3731
Assessment 4 2024
Due Date: 25 September 2024
Teaching Social Sciences in the senior Phase
Question 1: Assessment Activity Development
1.1. Grade and Topic (2 Marks)
Choose a specific grade within the senior phase (Grades 7-9) and a relevant Social
Sciences subject (Geography or History). For example:
Grade: 8
Subject: History
Topic: "The Industrial Revolution"
1.2. The Purpose of the Assessment Activity (2 Marks)
Explain why you are conducting this assessment. The purpose could be to assess
learners' understanding of the topic, their ability to analyze historical events, or their
skills in critical thinking and synthesis. For example:
To evaluate students' comprehension of the causes and effects of the Industrial
Revolution and their ability to connect historical events with modern-day impacts.
1.3. Describe the Assessment Task or Activity (3 Marks)
Detail the specific activity, such as a research project, poster, or written test. Describe
what students are expected to do. For example:
Students will create a poster that illustrates the key inventions of the Industrial
Revolution, their inventors, and how these inventions impacted society. The
poster should include visuals, timelines, and short explanations.
, 1.4. Your Roles as a Teacher During the Assessment Activity (4 Marks)
Describe your roles, such as facilitator, guide, or evaluator. Explain how you will support
and monitor students during the activity. For example:
As a teacher, I will act as a facilitator, providing guidance on research methods,
and ensuring that students have access to appropriate resources. I will also
monitor their progress, offering feedback throughout the process to ensure they
stay on track.
1.5. Is this Activity Formal or Informal? Provide a Reason for Your Answer (2
Marks)
Specify whether the assessment is formal or informal and justify your choice. For
example:
This activity is formal because it will contribute to the learners' final grades and
follows a structured assessment process, including clear criteria and rubric-
based evaluation.
1.6. Who Will Mark the Activity? Give a Reason Why (2 Marks)
Indicate who will assess the activity, whether it is the teacher, peers, or self-
assessment, and explain your reasoning. For example:
The teacher will mark the activity to ensure a consistent and unbiased evaluation
based on the established rubric. This also allows for professional judgment in
assessing the depth of understanding.
1.7. Incorporating Principles of Assessment (10 Marks)
Discuss how you will incorporate the following principles into your assessment activity:
Fairness: Ensure that the assessment is equitable and considers the diverse
needs of all learners. For example, providing alternative formats or support for
students with learning difficulties.
