setswana syllabus
setswana syllabus
SETSWANA
DOMAIN: SETSWANA
MONTH AND YEAR DEVELOPED: SEPTEMBER 2020 YEAR DUE FOR REVIEW: 2026
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................iv
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS..................................................................................................................................................................................................vi
National Panel........................................................................................................................................................................................................vi
Standing Committee..............................................................................................................................................................................................vii
Quality Assurance--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------xi
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
RATIONALE FOR THE SYLLABUS..................................................................................................................................................................................2
BSSE EXIT OUTCOMES.....................................................................................................................................................................................................3
SUBJECT OUTCOMES........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
TARGET POPULATION AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS..............................................................................................................................................6
SYLLABUS STRUCTURE...................................................................................................................................................................................................6
METHODOLOGY.................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
ASSESSMENT.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
RESOURCES.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
SETSL 1. COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY IN SETSWANA........................................................................................................................................13
SETSL 2. CREATIVE WRITING IN SETSWANA...........................................................................................................................................................17
SETSL 3. READ SETSWANA WITH UNDERSTANDING.............................................................................................................................................19
SETSL 4. APPRECIATE SETSWANA WRITTEN LITERARY WORKS ......................................................................................................................21
SETSL 5. UNDERSTAND BOTSWANA CULTURAL PRACTICES AND INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS (IKS)...................................22
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FOREWORD
The Ministry of Basic Education has undertaken a comprehensive review of Botswana’s General Education system to ensure provision of accessible,
quality and inclusive lifelong education for the creation of an educated citizenry. This education system will transform Botswana from an industrial
resource based to a globally competitive knowledge based economy. The review entails the adoption of outcome-based approach and the introduction
of learning pathways to provide learners with broad-based education. The new approach will enable attainment of knowledge, values, skills and
competencies that meet the challenges and needs of the 21st century.
The ministry is therefore pleased to present the revised senior secondary school syllabus which marks a major milestone towards the attainment of
quality education in Botswana. It builds on the lower levels of basic education and seeks to provide quality-learning experiences. The syllabus puts
more emphasis on Provider/School-Based Assessment (PBA) and to a lesser extent on national examinations. This will ensure that there is genuine
acquisition of the desired competencies by all learners. Furthermore, the syllabus aims at creating and sustaining a conducive environment for learning
and teaching that allows learners to excel within their own capabilities.
This syllabus sets out a transformational platform of the education system to encapsulate contemporary matters related to; environmental, socio-
economic, political, scientific and technological issues as drawn from various societal demands. A deliberate attempt has been made to infuse and
integrate emerging issues that include; Environmental Education, Sustainable Development, HIV/AIDS Education, Disaster Management, Anti-
corruption, Culture, Gender Equity, Emotional Intelligence, Botho, Civic Education, Societal Values and Patriotism. The syllabus prepares learners for
the world of work, further education and lifelong learning. In addition, it provides for the development of cultural and national identity including the
inculcation of attitudes and values which nurture respect for self and for others.
Critical to the success of our secondary education programme is the recognition of individual talents, needs and learning styles, hence changing the role
of the teacher in the classroom. The teacher must become a proficient manager, facilitator and director of learning activities, who is conscious of the
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learners’ needs and guide them to be accountable and responsible for their own learning. This requires active participation by all and the creation of
rich and diverse learning environments.
It is important that we value the learners’ own experiences and build upon what they know as well as reward them for positive achievement. At the
same time, we must be prepared to offer learners guidance and counselling at all levels; assist them to make the best decisions in keeping with their
own interests, career prospects and preferences. The national ideals of democracy, development, self-reliance, botho, unity and social harmony,
underpin our quest to deliver an educated citizenry.
This syllabus is the outcome of consultation and collaboration with various professionals and key stakeholders. On behalf of the Ministry, I wish to
express my deep appreciation and gratitude to all who contributed in the production of this syllabus, including: industry, teachers and academic
researchers.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Ministry of Basic Education, through the Department of Curriculum Development and Evaluation, expresses its gratitude to all individuals who
contributed in different ways to the planning, development and production of this Senior Secondary Setswana syllabus. This syllabus reflects the
outcome of a genuinely collaborative work across a broad educational spectrum. The Ministry acknowledges the following members of the subject
National Panel, Standing Committee and Quality Assurance Team for their valuable contribution in the production of this syllabus:
National Panel
NO. Title Name Surname Organisation
1. Ms. Kelebogile Keabetswe Curriculum Development and Evaluation
2. Ms. Lorato M. Ramotlabaki Curriculum Development and Evaluation
3. Mr. Joseph Morupisi Curriculum Development and Evaluation
4. Ms. Meriam N. Mokgadi Molefi Senior Secondary School (Chairperson)
5. Mr. Mojamorago Moyambo Lotsane Senior Secondary School (Vice Chairperson)
6. Dr. Annah A. Molosiwa University of Botswana
7. Ms. Margaret M. Kopi University of Botswana
8. Mr. Benjamin L. Janie University of Botswana
9. Mr. Kgalemang Ntsabane Botswana Examination Council
10. Ms. Lechani Rammoni Botswana Examination Council
11. Mr. Mompoloki D. Kgosiyame Molepolole College of Education
12. Mr. Mokwadi Kelapile Tlokweng College of Education
13. Ms. Masego Mbaakanyi Naledi Senior Secondary School
14. Ms. Kabo M. Phili Department of Secondary Education
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Standing Committee
NO. Title Name Surname Organisation
1. Ms. Kelebogile Keabetswe Curriculum Development and Evaluation
2. Ms. Lorato M. Ramotlabaki Curriculum Development and Evaluation
3. Mr. Joseph Morupisi Curriculum Development and Evaluation
4. Mr. Kethamile Keolopa St Joseph’s College (Chairperson)
5. Mr. Lesego Sebaraboi Shashe River Secondary School (Vice Chairperson)
6. Ms. Maryline Harrison Gaborone Senior Secondary School
7. Ms. Amogelang Masenye Maun Senior Secondary School
8. Ms. Boitumelo K. Pilane Kgari Sechele Senior Secondary School
9. Ms. Ontsheletse Mokweni Department of Secondary Education
10. Ms. Masego Magibisela Swaneng Hill Senior Secondary School
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INTRODUCTION
There are many changes in Setswana as a result of the changing needs of society, industrial development and services which require the 21 st century
learner to be abreast with. To have the capacity to deal with such changes, the learner will have to change from being the user of Setswana (Language,
Literature and Culture) to exploring how to use the linguistic power of Setswana to solve real-life societal and industry problems. The syllabus is
therefore designed to enable a learner to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies pertaining to Setswana in order to serve the better Botswana’s
aspirations of a Knowledge-Based-Economy and society.
The self-directed learning approach is built into the syllabus, thereby training learners to update themselves on key curricular and cross-cutting issues.
It also provides a good opportunity for learners to build, enhance and sustain high levels of professional conduct and performance. This approach
evokes a problem-solver frame of mind in the learner.
The purpose of the Setswana Syllabus is to ensure that there is a smooth transition and continuity from Junior Secondary Education (JSE) to Senior
Secondary Education (SSE) and to prepare learners for tertiary education. The syllabus is organized into five compulsory modules to be covered in two
years. It is made to be fun, engaging, relevant, and to foster collaboration and creativity for learners as they build knowledge and understanding of
Setswana concepts and discourse practices.
The role of Setswana as a language in Botswana is a very important one. It is a national language of the country, offered as a teaching subject and is
one of the major languages of communication within Southern Africa. Setswana is also an access language in technology and information services that
facilitate acquisition, creation and documentation of knowledge. It is the language through which a great deal of learning takes place and thus has a
significant and prominent place in the curriculum.
The current Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) Setswana syllabus was implemented in 1998 and many developments
have occurred since then. There is therefore a need to revise the programme to cater for knowledge explosion in Setswana and changes in technology
and the socio-economic environment. These changes will also be applicable in the needs of the learners and society in general. In addition, there have
been some drastic transformations in the socio-economic landscape, both nationally and globally that require redirection of the preparation of human
resources to meet current and future needs and challenges. Furthermore, there is need for the use of ICT in the teaching of Setswana as a learning or
teaching subject.
On completion of this syllabus, learners should have developed personal attitudes and qualities such as creativity, innovation,risk taking, being
initiative, problem solving, critical thinking, self reliance and competencies of identifying business opportunities.Furthermore, the syllabus promotes
qualities such as integrity, accountability, decision making, and leadership skills required in everyday life and the world at work.The development of
citizens with these qualities will contribute towards creating manpower that will help Botswana to achieve its vision 2036 of being a high income
country.
SUBJECT OUTCOMES
On completion of this syllabus, learners are able to:
1. Use functional communicative skills accurately, appropriately and effectively in a variety of real-life situations.
2. Understand and respond appropriately to a variety of texts from a range of genres.
3. Demonstrate an appreciation of various cultures displayed by speakers of different languages in Botswana, and the world.
4. Demonstrate the habit of reading widely, both for pleasure and information.
5. Apply basic grammatical structures and rules of language when speaking, reading or writing.
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EMPLOYMENT PATHWAYS
The study of BSSE Setswana lays a foundation for further training and certain job appointments such as; Interpreters/ Translators,
lecturers,teachers,Editors as well as authors.
SYLLABUS STRUCTURE
The syllabus comprises five (5) compulsory modules.
CODE NAME OF MODULE PURPOSE TYPE
This module equips learners with knowledge and skills that enable
Communicate effectively in them to be competent in the application of grammatical rules and
SETSL 1
Setswana structures as well as oral and written communication relevant to
academic and professional development.
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DELIVERY MODE
Full-Time/Part-Time.
METHODOLOGY
Appropriate learning and teaching methods should be identified to facilitate effective learning.
On that note, participatory and cooperative teaching and learning methods which are learner centred are recommended to be used to address the
identified outcomes.These will enable learners to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the identified outcomes.Selection of requisite
learning materials and resources should be aligned to th outcome/performance criteria identified and the learning tasks created. Where applicable
appropriate ICT should be used to enhance learning
In addition, field visits to well-established government and/or private cultural institutions are recommended. Schools may also invite individuals who
are well-versed in specific cultural issues to resource learners.
ASSESSMENT
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The Botswana Senior Secondary Setswana syllabus will be assessed formatively and summatively, using a variety of instruments in order to ensure that
learners have attained the learning outcomes.Provider-based assessment such as projects, tests and assignments will be used. Evidence of learner
performance from all forms of assessment should form part of the learner’s portfolio. Terminal examination will be administered by the Botswana
Examinations Council.
Provider-based Assessment will contribute towards learner certification.
In order to provide all learners with an equal opportunity to demonstrate their learning, assessment procedures and methods must be flexible enough to
allow adjustments to overcome any substantial disadvantage that individual learners may experience. The following are some of the assessment
methods that can be used, depending on the individual learner’s needs:
a) Modified Assessment: This provides for special arrangements or adjustments with existing systems, which may include different assessment
methods, including extra-time, own time, scribes, interpreters, using laptops, presentations, text-to-speech software, videos and
audios. Modification of the assessment is usually done for learners with disability.
b) Inclusive Assessment: This is when a flexible range of assessment modes are made available to all. This method is capable of assessing the
same learning outcome in different ways, such as practical, presentations, projects, group work, increasing text font size, using assistive devices
like CCTV or recorders instead of written work, to avoid complex vocabulary. Inclusive assessment promotes equity and improves the chances
for all learners to demonstrate their knowledge and skills to meet the learning outcomes.
Types of Assessment
Formative Assessment
Class activities
Class quizzes
Presentations
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RESOURCES
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Selection of requisite learning materials and resources should be aligned to the learning outcomes identified and the learning tasks created. It is
imperative at this stage to take cognizance of the learning support materials that the learning outcome would require so as to determine the feasibility
of effectively delivering Setswana. The selection of support materials should also consider the assessments tasks envisaged in the learning programme.
The classroom as the central learning environment should be equipped with resources such as audio-visual materials. In addition, learners should be
given time for excursions to interact with real cultural entities and people who are grounded in the culture of the target language. An ideal teacher to
deliver the programme should be qualified and well-resourced.
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A signed observation checklist from the teacher/assessor that shows competence in interpreting information.
Audio-visual recording
LEARNING OUTCOME: SETSL 1.2: DEMONSTRATE AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE USES OF SPEECH ACTS FOR PURPOSIVE LISTENING
FACILITATION
ASSESSMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CONTENT AND LEARNING
STRATEGIES
STRATEGIES
1.2.1 Deduce specific details from information heard Speech Group work Presentation
1.2.2 Respond appropriately to information heard Debate Individual work Question and
1.2.3 Undertake Listening note-taking Interviews Presentations answer
1.2.4 React to gestures appropriately Listening strategies Role play Summary
Listening tasks Interviews Video conferencing
Dictation
Recorded material
RANGE STATEMENT 1.2.1. Specific details: inconsistencies, contradictions, relevance, bias
1.2.2. Respond appropriately: showing emotions e.g. enjoyment, shock, amusement and/or taking relevant action
1.2.3. Listening note-taking: listening and taking down notes, simultaneously
1.2.4. Gestures: facial expressions, nodding, grinning, shrugging shoulders
EVIDENCE A signed observation checklist from the teacher/assessor that shows competence in presentation, listening skills and
REQUIREMENTS use of paralinguistic devices.
Rubric
Recordings
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The learner should choose one from Category 1. Categories 2 and 3 are compulsory.
EVIDENCE Category 1
REQUIREMENTS a) A one hour teacher/assessor supervised speech of one and a half to two pages, addressing a given topic and
audience (Refer to rubric for marking).
b) A one hour teacher/assessor supervised report, of one and a half to two pages, covering one type from the range
addressing a given topic.
Category 2
Assessed biography of 3-5 pages using word processor with font 12 Times New Roman and 1.5 spacing.
Category 3
An assessor-supervised 40 minutes translation, written by the learner, sourced from a 200–300 words text in English.
Rubric
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LEARNING OUTCOME: SETSL 2.1: CREATE AN ORIGINAL PIECE OF WORK USING APPROPRIATE TECHNIQUES
FACILITATION AND
ASSESSMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CONTENT LEARNING
STRATEGIES
STRATEGIES
2.1.1 Write an organized, grammatical and well-structured composition in line Composition Self-editing
with a given topic Short Story Individual work Written test
2.1.2 Write an original, comprehensive, well-organized and well-structured short Peer editing scripts
story using either a simple or a complex style with the aid of a word processor. Workshop Group
2.1.3 Compose a poem Teacher/Student assessme
Conferencing nt
Case Study Individu
Class discussion al
Group work assignme
Audio-visual nt
recordings
RANGE STATEMENT 2.1.1 Organized: title, sentence variation, (simple, compound and complex), paragraphing.
2.1.1 Grammatical: figurative language, register, orthography, spelling, subject verb object (SVO) agreement,
punctuation and subject matter
2.1.1 Well-structured: title, introduction, body and conclusion
2.1.1 Composition: narrative, descriptive, argumentative and factual.
2.1.2 Original: express own thoughts, feelings, views and opinions
2.1.2 Comprehensive: Correct use of figurative language to achieve desired effect, coherence, subject matter, wide
range of vocabulary, coherence markers, good flow of thoughts and register, orthography,
punctuation, spelling
2.1.2 Well-organized: short story (plot, conflict, characters, setting)
2.1.2 Well-structured: topic, introduction, body/development and conclusion
2.1.2 Simple style: chronological arrangement of events, easy to read and follow
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2.1.2 complex style: Dual plot, flashback, foreshadowing, exposition, imagery, irony or point of view
2.1.3 Poem: title, subject matter, poetic devices, mood, theme and stanzas
EVIDENCE a) Assessed short story observing the following:
i) Not more than six characters
REQUIREMENTS
ii) Use of a word processor covering PC1 of 2 – 3 pages
iii) Times New Roman font 12 and 1.5 spacing.
iv) Setting – single place and time setting
v) Fully developed theme
vi) Restricted time frame
vii) Climax
viii) Single Plot
b) Assessed scripts signed by assessor and learner. Maximum duration for each presentation is 5 minutes.
d) Poem
i. Title
ii. Four lines per stanza
iii. Four to six stanzas
LEARNING OUTCOME: SETSL 3.1: Develop a culture of reading for information and pleasure
FACILITATION
ASSESSMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CONTENT AND LEARNING
STRATEGIES
STRATEGIES
Group work Presentation
Subject matter Pair work Journ
3.1.1 Extract information from a range of materials read
Main idea/central Individual work al
themes Class discussion Diary
3.1.2 Communicate a sensitive and an informed personal response to what is read.
Readings (aloud Writt
& silent) en
Summaries tests
Quiz
RANGE STATEMENT 3.1.2 Sensitive: Health related, political, environmental issues, tribalism, xenophobic, social issues, current affairs,
religion, emerging issues (Reading content should be censored)
3.1.2 Informed Personal response: Sources, experiences, own assumptions, opinions, prejudices, bias, feelings
EVIDENCE a) A signed Assessor’s observation checklist/Rubric
b) Comprehension test
REQUIREMENTS
c) Summary of texts read (signed by the assessor and learner) should be at least 1 typed page with font 12 Times
New Roman, 1.5 spacing and justified.
d) Timed oral presentation of text read (10 minutes)
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STRATEGIES
Figurative language Group work Written tests
3.2.1 Summarize a variety of texts read Parts of speech Pair work Class exercises
3.2.2 Evaluate information read from a variety of texts Contextual meaning Class discussion Quizzes
3.2.3 Explain ways in which writers use language to achieve effect Subject matter Individual work
3.2.4 Use syntactic and semantic devices to unravel and verify meaning. Summary Direct instructions
Cohesion and
coherence
RANGE STATEMENT
3.2.2 Evaluate information: implicit information, author’s intention, inconsistencies, language appropriateness,
effectiveness of language use, bias.
3.2.3 Use of language: figurative language, contextual meaning, persuasive techniques/devices.
3.2.4 Syntactic and semantic devices: parts of speech, derivatives, synonyms, antonyms, homonyms, coherence markers
or indicators and punctuation marks.
MODULE 4 APPRECIATE SETSWANA WRITTEN LITERARY WORKS CODE :SETSL 4 TOTAL HOURS:50
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SETSL 5. UNDERSTAND THE DIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA CULTURAL PRACTICES AND INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS (IKS)
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LEARNING OUTCOME: SETSL 5.3: DEMONSTRATE AN UNDERSTANDING OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS (IKS)
FACILITATION AND
ASSESSMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CONTENT LEARNING
STRATEGIES
STRATEGIES
5.3.1 Investigate the Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) in Indigenous Simulation Written test
their communities Knowledge Systems Debate Assignment
5.3.2 Explain the importance of Indigenous Knowledge Systems Merits and De-merits Group work Presentation
(IKS) Guest speaker (where Mini project
5.3.3 Discuss merits and de-merits of Indigenous Knowledge possible)
Systems Audio visual
5.3.4 Outline the processes of IKS artefacts presentation
Research
Excursion
RANGE STATEMENT 5.3.1 Indigenous Knowledge Systems:
Kalafi - Thobega, go dupa (kalafi) go upa, go phekola, go thaya (tshimo, lelwapa kgotsa lesaka), go baya phogwana
Ditiro tsa diatla - Go suga matlalo, go loga, go betla, go kgapha, go bopa le go roka,
5.3.4 Artefacts: Matlalo (diphate, diaparo, makgabe, tshega/sepepe/phaeyana, kgole/setoropo), ditlatlana, dikika,
dinkgwana.
EVIDENCE A supervised test covering PCs 5.3.1, and 5.3.2 and 5.3.3 for 1 hour, at least 2 items from the range
REQUIREMENTS Assignment of 2-3 pages) on PCs 5.3.2 and 5.3.3
Mini-project covering PC 5.3.4
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BIBLIOGRAPHY
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MODULE 1
Topics Expected Knowledge, Skills, and Competency; Chosen Focus 21st Century Skills
Topic: Knowledge:
Author’s style or Components of a biography: Date and place of birth, death if applicable, major achievements, employment
techniques profile/ work facts, early personal life, subject’s life story.
SKILLS:
- Presentation skills
- Speaking skills
- Listening skills
- Writing skills
- Research Skills
COMPETENCY:
Generate and present a well- structured biography
Creative writing
Decision making
Critical thinking
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Learners are provided with pictures of an iconic figure Learners will be provided with
in their locality templates consisting of components of a
Learners are asked to profile that iconic figure biography to research and write a
A class discussion on the profile of an iconic figure biography of the iconic figure of their
Learners are asked to research and identify an iconic choice.
figure they may wish to write a biography about. Facilitator checks the progress at
Facilitator and learner discuss the iconic figure and intervals.
writing a biography. Learners present a complete biography
Learners are provided with written pieces/examples of portfolio.
biography
Task 2 10
Learners are asked to write a biography of the periods
iconic figure of their choice. (40mins
each)
EXAMPLE 2
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Topics Expected Knowledge, Skills, and Competency; Chosen Focus 21st Century Skills
Topic: Knowledge:
Speech Components of speech: Skills:
Presentation skills
Title (speaker, audience, subject matter, place and date)
Writing skills
Protocol Speaking skills
Objective of the speech Listening skills
Introduction/opening variation of sentences (simple,
Development/Presentation of ideas compound and complex)
Speech breaks Use of correct orthography
Conclusion Use of correct punctuation
Choice of correct diction
Co
Use of proper coherence markers
mpetency: Use of appropriate rhetoric styles
Generate /present a balanced speech showing concrete and coherent argument. (spoken)
Show originality and flair in the use of vocabulary, facial expression and Use of appropriate stress
gestures. Use of appropriate tone
Use figurative language, pause, stress, tone and tempo to achieve desired effects Use of appropriate paralinguistic
devices such as facial expressions
when expressing a point of view
and gestures
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The learners are provided with of hard a copy of a Learners will be provided with hard copies of
written speech. written speeches to identify features of the speech.
Learners are asked to identify the components of a Learners are asked to watch and listen to a
speech. recorded video clip of speech to observe
There will be a class discussion on components of body language, eye contact, subject
speech. knowledge, organisation of ideas and
Learners are asked to watch and listen to a recorded language use.
video clip of speech. Facilitator checks if learners have identified
Learners are asked to observe body language, eye features of speech, observed body language, eye
contact, subject knowledge, language use and contact, subject knowledge, organisation and
organisation of the speech. 2 periods language use.
Class discussions on use of body language, eye (80mins)
contact, subject knowledge, language use and
organisation of the speech. Assessment Task 2 (Practising/Strengthening)
(spoken)
Use stress
Use tone
Use facial expressions
Use gesture
Eye contact
Director of Ceremony
Speech breaks (bagaetsho, bathobetsho, bomma le
borra)
MODULE 2
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LEARNING OUTCOMES: SETS L: 2.1 Develop a culture of reading for information and pleasure
PC: SETSL: 2.1.1 Communicate a sensitive and informed personal response to what is read
TOPICS Expected knowledge, Skills, Competency; Chosen Focus 21st Century Skills
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Persuasive techniques
Summary
Focus 21st Century Skills
Decision making
Competency
Critical thinking
Summarise text read Working in groups and individually
Ability to judge, critique and evaluate. Research utilizing ICT
Suggested Learning Task Resources No. Lessons Assessment for the learning tasks
Discuss and/or debate advantages and phone - Facilitator checks if learners have extracted information, discussed
disadvantages of drones and debated information read with particular reference to stated
knowledge contents above.
MODULE 3
PC:
Compose a poem on any topic of choice
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Suggested Learning Tasks Resources No. Assessment for the Learning Tasks
Lessons
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ICT
Learning Task 1 (Explorative) gadgets Assessment Task 1 (Explorative)
Poetry
Learners explore given poems.(hard or soft copies) texts The learner is able to :
The learners are asked to watch and listen to a recorded clip Differentiate oral and modern poems
of a poem, Identify features of a poem
Group discussions of given poems
Educational excursions(Live performances) Assessment Task (Practising/Strengthening)
Learners produce report
Learners watch and listen to a recorded video clip
Task 2 of a poem to observe the following.
Learners compose individual poems - body language and gestures
Learners perform poems - eye contact
- organisation of ideas
4 periods - correct choice of diction
(160 - appropriate use of poetic devices
mins) - us(e of appropriate rhetoric styles
- variation of tone
- Learners write their own poems
- Learners perform their poems
MODULE 4
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PC: Critically appraise author’s style or technique in order to derive the author’s meaning
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Suggested Learning Tasks Resource No. Assessment for the Learning Tasks
s Lessons
Learners are provided with a copy (hard or soft) of literary text 12 Learners read an unseen literary text and discuss literary
Learners are asked to identify literary techniques in a given periods techniques used.
literary text (40mins Written analysis of theme in the unseen literary text.
Learners are asked to dramatize a literary text each)
Discussion of literary techniques
Learners unravel the theme of literary text.
MODULE 5
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Sample Short Story Writing Checklist/ Short story writing task: General
YES NO
The title is original or creative
TRAIT
Structures new paragraphs appropriately.
NON VERBAL
Shows awareness of task, purpose, and audience.
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YES NO
Beginning engages readers
A central conflict sets the story in motion.
Introduces the narrator and characters and establish a point of view and setting.
Sequence the events in a logical order.
If multiple plotlines, flashbacks, or flash-forwards are used readers can follow the
story line.
Dialogue is purposeful because it moves the plot forward by revealing feelings,
interactions between characters, reactions to setting or events, and so forth.
Story is well paced and developed.
Build suspense to create tension that entices readers.
Ending resolves the central conflict and answers questions readers might have.
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YE NO
S
Writing doesn’t include run-on sentences or fragments.
Include appropriate and varied transitions to connect sentences so the writing
flows.
Use transitions to show sequence and connect paragraphs.
Vary sentence beginnings and use different sentence patterns for rhythm and
stylistic effect.
Use precise words and phrases, figurative language, and vivid details to describe
events, settings, and characters.
Use strong verbs in dialogue tags along with descriptions of reactions, gestures,
and movements only as needed, not overdone.
Use dialect, as appropriate, to signify geographical regions, era, social status, and
so on.
Writing maintains a consistent first person point of view from the perspective of a
character.
Use tone appropriately to convey an attitude or perspective of a character. ( In
doing so, I demonstrate awareness of the character and situations, interactions,
motivations, and so forth that affect him or her).
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YE NO
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Have correct grammar and usage.
Check mechanics for accuracy—spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.
Paper is formatted correctly with proper margins, headings, and font style, colour,
and size. If its handwritten, it’s legible.
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