• by raising the expectations in terms of the number and complexity of tasks to be completed within the year
• by setting assessment tasks at the appropriate level that are aligned to the CAPS requirements
• by building in regular assessment opportunities that allow the teacher to establish whether learners are ready to move to the next level
Time allocation for all Senior Phase subjects
The table below shows the teaching time that should be spent per week on each subject in the Senior Phase Subject
Total hours Home Language (HL)
First Additional Language (FAL) Mathematics
Natural Science Social Sciences Technology
Economic Management Sciences Life Orientation Creative arts
Total teaching hours per week
5 hours 4 hours
4.5 hours 3 hours 3 hours 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours
27.5 hours Time allocation for Home Language in the Senior Phase
The table below outlines the suggested teaching time that should be spent per two-week cycle on the different skills for teaching Home Language. Skills
Time allocation per two-week cycle (hours)
Listening and speaking (Oral)
Reading and viewing 2 hours
3.5 hours (1 hour 45 minutes for comprehension and 1 hour 45 minutes for literary texts)
Writing and presenting 3.5 hours *Language structure and conventions
*Language structures and conventions is integrated within the time allocation of the four language skills. Thinking and reasoning skills are incorporated into Listening and speaking, for Reading and viewing, and for Writing and presenting skills.
*Language structures and conventions and their usage are integrated within the time allocation of the four language skills. There is also time allocated for formal practice. Thinking and reasoning skills are incorporated into the skills and strategies required for Listening and speaking, for Reading and viewing, and for Writing and presenting.
How the series is planned
This series fully meets the requirements of the National Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS). This series consists of a Learner’s Book, a
Literary Anthology and a Teacher’s Guide for each grade.
• by encouraging learners to read, interpret and follow instructions
• by providing guidance to the teacher regarding suitable support and intervention, as well as extension activities.
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