Question

enc1001/assessment 30/02/2025
question 2 (25 marks)
read the following article and respond to the questions below:
walsh, m. 2010. multimodal literacy. what does it mean for classroom practice? journal of language and literacy. vol 33, no. 3, pp. 211 - 239. (access the article from e - reserves.)
2.1 briefly modify the things mentioned in the article (walsh, 2010) that you, as the student teacher, should know to equip yourself with the knowledge of using digital technologies. (5)
defend the following statement carefully and then answer the question that follows:
practical classroom activities can significantly increase our awareness of the importance of creativity and provide daily procedures to enhance the learning process (mulyono, 2016).
2.2 justify the following five (5) carol reading pillars of creativity on how a foundation phase teacher will enhance the learning process in the foundation phase.
2.2.1 self - esteem (4)
2.2.2 creative reflection (4)
2.2.3 creative questions (4)
2.2.4 creative opportunity (4)
2.2.5 creative model (20)
question 3. (15 marks)
imagine you are in charge of designing a brand - new reading classroom for your school. what would it look like? draw or design a picture of your perfect reading classroom (foundation phase). nb be creative and show what you think makes a great reading classroom.
think about:
3.1 where would the books be? (5)
3.2 what colours would you use? (5)
3.3 what unique things would you add to make it a fun and comfortable reading place? (5)

Explanation:

2.1: To answer this, one would need to read the article by Walsh (2010) and identify the aspects related to digital technologies for student - teachers, then modify them to show personal understanding and preparedness.
2.2: For each of the five Carol Reading pillars (self - esteem, creative reflection, creative questions, creative opportunity, creative model), one should explain how a Foundation Phase teacher can use them to enhance the learning process, likely drawing on educational theories about creativity and early childhood education.
3.1: When designing a reading classroom, the location of books should be considered for easy access and organization, such as in bookshelves near reading areas.
3.2: Colors can be chosen to create a calming, inviting, and stimulating environment, like soft pastels or bright colors associated with learning and fun.
3.3: Unique elements could include comfortable seating like bean bags, themed decorations, or interactive reading aids to make the space fun and comfortable.

Answer:

2.1: [Answer would be based on reading and modifying Walsh's article]
2.2.1: A Foundation Phase teacher can enhance self - esteem by praising students' reading efforts and progress, creating a positive reading environment where students feel confident to express themselves.
2.2.2: Creative reflection can be promoted by asking students to draw or write about what they read, helping them process and understand the material in a creative way.
2.2.3: Creative questions can be used to encourage deeper thinking, such as "What if the character in the story had made a different choice?"
2.2.4: Creative opportunity can be provided by allowing students to act out stories or create their own stories based on what they've read.
2.2.5: A creative model could involve the teacher demonstrating creative reading strategies, like using different voices for characters.
3.1: Books could be placed in bookshelves around the perimeter of the classroom, near comfortable reading nooks.
3.2: Colors like soft blues and greens to create a calming environment, and pops of bright yellow or orange for stimulation.
3.3: Bean bags for seating, a reading tent, and a wall with interactive reading displays.