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Which method of teaching does CAPS use in the South African classroom?
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CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement) does not mandate a single classroom method. It requires teaching that is learner-centred, activity‑based and interactive while also setting clear, teacher‑directed content and pacing. In practice that means a mix of approaches, for example:
- Whole‑class/direct instruction for introducing core skills and content (especially literacy and numeracy).
- Guided practice and scaffolding by the teacher to ensure learners meet specified standards.
- Group work, pair work and hands‑on activities to develop problem‑solving, collaboration and critical thinking.
- Inquiry‑ or task‑based learning where appropriate, particularly in higher grades.
- Play‑based, discovery and experiential approaches in the Foundation Phase.
- Continuous assessment for learning (regular informal and formal assessment linked to CAPS assessment standards).
If you want, I can point you to the exact CAPS wording for a particular phase or subject or give sample lesson approaches for a specific grade.
- Whole‑class/direct instruction for introducing core skills and content (especially literacy and numeracy).
- Guided practice and scaffolding by the teacher to ensure learners meet specified standards.
- Group work, pair work and hands‑on activities to develop problem‑solving, collaboration and critical thinking.
- Inquiry‑ or task‑based learning where appropriate, particularly in higher grades.
- Play‑based, discovery and experiential approaches in the Foundation Phase.
- Continuous assessment for learning (regular informal and formal assessment linked to CAPS assessment standards).
If you want, I can point you to the exact CAPS wording for a particular phase or subject or give sample lesson approaches for a specific grade.
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