Learning in the Senior Phase


Overview of topics Grade 7


Development of the self in society


Concept: Self-image Changes in boys and girls: Puberty Peer pressure Concepts: Personal diet and nutrition


Health, social and environmental responsibility


Substance abuse Concept: Environmental health Common diseases: TB, diabetes, epilepsy, obesity, anorexia, HIV and Aids


Constitutional rights and responsibilities


Human rights as stipulated in the South African Constitution Fair play in a variety of sports activities Dealing with abuse Role of oral traditions and scriptures in major religions


Grade 8


Concepts: Self-concept formation and self- motivation Concept: Sexuality Relationships and friendships


Social factors that contribute to substance abuse Environmental health issues Decision-making about health and safety: HIV and Aids


Nation building Concept: Human rights violations Concept: Gender equity Concept: Cultural diversity in South Africa Contributions of organisations from various religions to social development


World of work


Importance of reading and studying Career fields Simulation of career- related activities


Different learning styles Six career categories Relations between performance in school subjects and interests and abilities Decision-making process


Grade 9


Goal-setting skills: Personal lifestyle choices Sexual behaviour and sexual health Challenging situations: Depression, grief, loss, trauma and crisis


Concept: Volunteerism Health and safety issues related to violence


Issues relating to citizens’ rights and responsibilities Constitutional values Contributions of various religions in promoting peace Sports ethics


Time-management skills Reading and writing for different purposes Options available after completing Grade 9 Knowledge of the world of work Career and subject choices Study and career funding providers Plan for own lifelong learning


Physical education


Participation in a fitness programme Playing community or indigenous games that include the concept of invasion Performing a sequence of physical activities Participating in an outdoor recreational programme Safety issues


Participation in physical activities that promote components of fitness Playing target games Programme to improve movement techniques Participation in an outdoor recreational activity Safety issues


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Improving own physical wellness level Executing a game plan for individual or team sport Refining own and peer performance in movement activities Refining own performance in an outdoor recreational activity Safety issues


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