Sedi MOSIMANE
STUDY UNIT 3: Music play in Foundation phase
18 Nov 2021, 12:34
Play in the foundation phase is very important because it engages learners in content and it also disciplines them.
- what possibly made some learners uncomfortable during these activities?
- These activities were not free play. It forced all learners to play a Zulu game whereas the classroom had diverse socio- cultural different learners. Learners did not have any choice to choose even if they did not understand the language, the game as well as they did not believe in the kind of music that the teacher played in the classroom.
- Why were some learners uncomfortable?
2. They were uncomfortable because of the language that was used that they did not understand and also the kind of music that was used because of religious reasons.
- Can you think of ways to address these issues in future? What will you change?
3. As the teacher, i have to at least try to accommodate all my learners in classroom in order to have productive lesson without anyone feeling uncomfortable. Therefor, I would choose a English language game because English is the language teaching and learning. Then for learners who feel uncomfortable dancing in front of boys, i will educate them because we should have a inclusive classroom atmosphere. They need to know they are equal.
- How can we accommodate diverse learner profiles in our classrooms? What must we beware of?
4. Teachers must plan activities that accommodate and engage every diverse learner- from the quietest one that is shy to speak or dance in front of others to the matter of the language of teaching and learning. The teacher can also implement differentiated instructions and scaffolding; whereby they can engage different types of learners in one activity and providing support of learning needs of individuals and encourage them towards more independent. Teachers should be aware of not stepping on anyone's toes and hurting learners emotionally, physical and mentally.