N380(E)(J3)H

JUNE EXAMINATION
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
EDUCARE DIDACTICS THEORY AND PRACTICAL N4
(7080104)
3 June 2016 (X-Paper)
09:00–12:00

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DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING

REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
EDUCARE DIDACTICS THEORY AND PRACTICAL N4
TIME: 3 HOURS
MARKS: 200

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. Answer ALL the questions.

2. Read ALL the questions carefully.

3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question
paper.

4. Write neatly and legibly.

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SECTION A

QUESTION 1

Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Write only 'true' or
'false' next to the question number (1.1–1.10) in the ANSWER BOOK and correct the
statements if they are FALSE.

1.1 Too many cool colours in a room can make children restless.

1.2 The basic requirements for the heating and ventilating of playrooms are to
provide a comfortable temperature and supply of air in order to avoid
accumulation of unpleasant odours and overheating of rooms that are
exposed to the sun.

1.3 When a toy is attached to a string the free length of the string could be of any
length.

1.4 Lighting has an impact on how children feel and learn in the playroom
therefore the playroom should be free of shadows, direct glare or brightness.

1.5 Good ventilation in an outdoor play area is not as important as in the

playroom.

1.6 The dramatic or fantasy play area must only be set up indoors.

1.7 Participation in the gross motor play leads children to develop a greater
awareness of their bodies and such play challenges them to discover what
their bodies can do.

1.8 Incorporating non-poisonous plants, flowers, shrubs and trees into an outdoor
play space allow children the opportunity to learn about and develop an
appreciation for nature, science and natural beauty.

1.9 Injuries in an outdoor play area usually occur because of inadequate

supervision, improper use of equipment/toys, using equipment that was
designed for older or younger children and poor maintenance of equipment.

1.10 Left-handed children using right-handed scissors will find that they cannot see
the line they are supposed to be cutting along and thus the paper or card will
bend between the blades rather than be cut cleanly.

(10 × 2) [20]

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QUESTION 2

Choose a description from COLUMN B to match a description in COLUMN A. Write

only the letter (A–R) next to the question number (2.1–2.15) in the ANSWER BOOK.

COLUMN A COLUMN B
2.1 Creates a feeling of space and makes a A diminishes or reduces sound thereby
room appear smaller or larger improving acoustics

2.2 Neutral colours that make good B sharing and planning with a friend
backgrounds
C gives continuity
2.3 Children are sensory oriented
D building bricks, simple construction toys
and wooden lift-out puzzles with knobs
2.4 Lower ceiling and special acoustic tiles
to grasp hold of
2.5 Social development
E to hammer nails into ceiling tiles or
pieces of scrap wood
2.6 Manipulative play activities for babies
0–3 months old
F montage
2.7 Means by which babies interact with
G crying and squealing
their world
H colours
2.8 Collage
I monitor children's handedness
2.9 Woodwork activities
J able to eat with a spoon
2.10 Pasting many pictures and parts of
pictures on one background to create an
K white and cream
overall pictorial design
L educate and provide information to
2.11 As you play with children you make
parents
comparisons based on height (high/low),
position (over/under) or size (big/little)
M provide a richly tactile environment
2.12 Manipulative play activities for babies
N a rattle placed in their hand or a mobile
12–18 months old
placed above the cot that makes a
sound when touched
2.13 Posters and bulletin boards at the
entrance of the pre-primary school
O children's work will be valued and
enhanced
2.14 Observe which hand children
reach for toys and food with or by noting
P to paste on
which direction children stir with a spoon
Q playground mathematics
2.15 Mounting and display of children's art
R red and orange
(15 × 2) [30]
TOTAL SECTION A: 50
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SECTION B

QUESTION 3

3.1 State the factors that should be considered when buying a suitable pram for a
baby. (10)

3.2 State the aspects that should be kept in mind when selecting curtains for a
playroom. (5)

3.3 Babies vary in the amount of sleep they need. Some babies fall sleep more
easily than others.

Give FIVE advantages of having a separate rest area at the day care centre. (5)

3.4 Give FIVE examples of language activities that will be suitable for toddlers.
(5 × 2) (10)

3.5 Draw up a checklist with FOUR safety requirements to consider when

selecting toys for babies aged 4 to 8 months. (4 × 2) (8)

3.6 Discuss the following stages of play:

3.6.1 Solitary play

3.6.2 Parallel play

3.6.3 Social play

(3 × 4) (12)
[50]

QUESTION 4

4.1 Discuss the importance of written planning done by the educarer. (10)

4.2 Discuss FIVE aspects that you should consider when selecting activities for
children. (5 × 2) (10)

4.3 Define the term physically active play. (3)

4.4 Where should physically active play for toddlers take place? (3)

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4.5 Plan a manipulative play activity for six toddlers. Your lesson plan must
include the following aspects:

General information (6)

Introduction: Activity (2)
Teaching aids (2)
Objectives/Outcomes (2)
Body: Activity (2)
Teaching aids (2)
Objectives/Outcomes (2)
Conclusion: Activity (2)
Teaching aids (2)
Objectives/Outcomes (2)
[50]

QUESTION 5

5.1 State the basic principles that the educarer must follow when observing
children at the day care centre. (5 × 2) (10)

5.2 State FIVE aspects to consider when displaying children's artwork in the
classroom. (5 × 2) (10)

5.3 State FIVE criteria to consider when choosing suitable baking and making
recipes for young children. (5 × 2) (10)

5.4 Discuss FIVE safety rules that need to be applied during baking and making
activities for preschool children. (5 × 2) (10)

5.5 Name FIVE accessories that can be provided during a play dough activity. (5)

5.6 State the value of providing young children with painting activities. (5)
[50]

TOTAL SECTION B: 150

GRAND TOTAL: 200

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