SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Assignment Code SS3

Assignment Type Presentation
Individual Assignment
Total Marks 80

Module Name Mathematics for Foundation Phase 1

Module Code MFP201

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INTRODUCTION

To avoid developing negative attitudes towards geometry, Foundation Phase learners

need to explore geometric concepts, such as 2D shapes and 3D objects, in a relevant,
meaningful way so that they can see the connection between geometry and real life. As a
Foundation Phase Mathematics teacher, it is vital that you provide these experiences for
learners using a variety of real-life objects to help them make these connections. To
prepare for this, you will complete a PowerPoint presentation about geometric concepts
addressed in the Foundation Phase and create a Mathematics resource box for the content
area of 'Space and Shape'. Details are provided in the sections below.

DESCRIPTION

This assignment covers the concept of Space and Shape (geometry) as one of the content
areas of mathematics in Foundation Phase. The assignment consists of two parts as
indicated in the table below.

Part / Section /
Title / Description Submission format Marks
Task
Part A Geometric concepts PowerPoint 45
presentation,
submitted in PDF
format
Part B FP Maths resource box Photographs with 35
captions

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 Part A : PowerPoint on geometric concepts in the Foundation Phase classroom
(45 marks)

INSTRUCTIONS

Consider the following scenario and then develop a PowerPoint you would use for a
presentation.

Scenario: You are being interviewed for a position at a primary school for a Foundation
Phase post. You are asked to provide a short presentation to the interviewers on teaching
Space and Shape (Geometry) in the Foundation Phase as part of your interview. They want
to see your knowledge on the subject, ability to draw on wider resources, your creativity,
and your insight into the South African context.

Use the points below to guide your presentation:

 Your PowerPoint needs to include 10 to 15 slides, beginning with a title slide and
ending with a reference list slide.
 Remember that a PowerPoint must contain the essence of your message, so do not
add too much writing. However, what you do put on the slide must be sufficient to
carry meaning as well. You can add notes in the "click to add notes" section for
clarification to slides where needed.
 Your presentation needs to indicate that you have sound knowledge of the content
area and must follow a logical sequence. An introduction, body and conclusion should
be evident.
 Begin with a comprehensive description of the term 'geometry' with specific reference
to the Foundation Phase. Include related information, ensuring you include the
relevant terminology and references.
 Consider the trajectory of development of geometry over the phase and include a
table indicating the structure and progression of information in 'Space and Shape' in
the Foundation Phase. You must refer to CAPS to do this.
 Link the curriculum content to a range of real-life applications of geometry in order to
show that that you can assist learners in making the connection. Include a range of
examples with text and pictures to demonstrate high value real-life applications.
 Discuss the benefits and challenges of teaching this content area in our South African
context.
 Make use of at least three credible, quality, and recent sources (use EBSCOHost to
search for this).
 You may make use of QR Codes, hyperlinks, and a range of graphics to make your
presentation appealing.
 Ensure that your language, spelling, and grammar has been edited, with a
professional, academic style of writing.

FORMAT

This presentation is a formal assessment activity and therefore academic writing, and
proper language, grammar and spelling must be evident. The presentation should focus on,
and link to the relevant departmental policy documents (such as CAPS). Your presentation
should have no more than 15 slides. You may use any background and font of your choice,
but make sure the text is clear. Ensure your pictures are captioned and all sources are
referenced.

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 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Your PowerPoint presentation must be submitted as a PDF document through Turnitin on

the LMS Assignment 2 portal. It is the student's responsibility to ensure the correct portal
is used, and the correct assignment is submitted.

Part B: Creating a Foundation Phase resource box (35 marks)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Students are expected to create a resource box by making and collecting items
related to the Foundation Phase mathematics content area of 'Space and Shape'. You
need at least five (5) different sets of resources. Suggestions for your box include:
 A variety of buttons and other 2D shapes for exploring the properties of 2D
shapes as well as promoting sorting / classifying.
 A selection of 3D objects – sphere, cube, cuboid, cone, cylinder, pyramid,
triangular prism (these can be cereal boxes)
 Laminated labels or flash cards for 2D shapes, using the correct font – triangle,
square, circle, rectangle, star, etc.
 A basic geometric puzzle
 Posters of 2D shapes and 3D objects
 Any other suitable, practical mathematical resources that promote the
exploration of Space and Shape (Geometry).
NB: It is not necessary to purchase any equipment – all of your resources can be
made or collected.
(Tip: www.sparklebox.co.uk has lovely free resources for you to download.)

2. Take a photo of each resource and add a caption for each one.
3. Take a photo of your collection of resources in a sturdy, suitable container, e.g. a
large plastic box.
4. Take a final photo of you with your box (with the resources visible inside).
5. Add your photographs to the PowerPoint you designed in Part A.

FORMAT

The photographs you take of your resource box should be added to the end of your Part A
PowerPoint after your reference page. Convert your PowerPoint to PDF format. In other
words, you are submitting only one PDF document for both parts of this assignment.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

 Part A and Part B need to form one composite document for submission through
Turnitin.

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 GUIDANCE

Refer to the marking instrument (rubric) below, to understand the assignment

performance expectations and how your work will be assessed. Once you have completed
your assessment, use the checklist below to ensure that you have covered all the required
elements.

MARKING INSTRUMENT

Assessment Rubric: Assignment

PART A: Presentation [45]

OUTSTANDING / SUBSTANTIAL /
CRITERIA ELEMENTARY NOT ACHIEVED
MERITORIOUS ADEQUATE
Clear description of (9 – 10) (6 – 8) (4 – 5) (0 – 3)
the term 'geometry'.
Comprehensive and Effective introduction Adequate introduction Introduction to
Selection of
insightful introduction. to the presentation. to the presentation. presentation lacks
information and
Selection of insight and provides
evidence of research
Very good selection of information is Selection of little to no appropriate
[10]
information. appropriate. Evidence information is information. Incorrect
of relevant reading adequate but there is selection of information
Evidence of wide and quality research too much / too little which does not respond
relevant reading and which is appropriately information that does to the topic.
quality research which integrated into the not cover all aspects
is expertly integrated presentation. Selected of the topic. Some Incorrect focus.
into the presentation information clearly evidence of relevant
to support main ideas. covers the reading and research Limited research.
terminology. which is somewhat
Selected information integrated into the
covers the relevant presentation.
terminology.
Discussion of (9 – 10) (6 – 8) (4 – 5) (0 – 3)
geometry as part of
Excellent / very good Good discussion on of Some discussion on of Inadequate discussion
real life
discussion of geometry geometry as part of geometry as part of on geometry as part of
[10]
as part of real life with real life with real life with slight real life with little to no
outstanding evidence substantial evidence of evidence of insightful evidence of insightful
of an insightful an insightful application. application.
application. application.
Includes an average Poor / no tabled
Includes an Excellent / Includes a good, tabled comparison on comparison on the
very good, tabled tabled comparison on the progression of progression of Space
comparison on the the progression of Space and Shape in and Shape in the
progression of Space Space and Shape in the Foundation Phase. Foundation Phase.
and Shape in the the Foundation Phase.
Foundation Phase.
Teaching geometry (5) (4) (2 – 3) (0 – 1)
in our South African Excellent insight into Fair insight into Minimal insight Limited insight into the
context benefits and benefits and benefits and benefits and challenges
[5] challenges of teaching challenges of teaching challenges of teaching of teaching geometry
geometry in South geometry in South geometry in South in South Africa. Poor
Africa. Research and Africa. Research and Africa. Research and research. Own
own experience highly own experience own experience experience not
relevant. relevant. included. included.

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 OUTSTANDING / SUBSTANTIAL /
CRITERIA ELEMENTARY NOT ACHIEVED
MERITORIOUS ADEQUATE
Overall impression (9 – 10) (6 – 8) (4 – 5) (0 – 3)
[10]
Entire presentation Progression of Progression of Information does not
responds expertly to information is logical. information is mostly progress logically.
topic. logical but greater
More links between coherence needed for Isolated ideas without
Presentation ideas needed. easier reading. links or coherence.
progresses logically in
a coherent and easy to Presentation responds Presentation in places Presentation is off
read manner. mostly to topic. is a little off topic. topic.

Introduction is Introduction is Introduction does not Introduction has no

extremely relevant, relevant and relate well to relationship with
meaningful and meaningful. presentation. presentation.
expertly draws the
reader in. Conclusion is a Conclusion is not Conclusion is irrelevant
reasonable summary relevant and does not with no real
Conclusion effectively of the presentation. relate well to the relationship to the
draws presentation to presentation. presentation.
a close.
Language, spelling (5) (4) (2 – 3) (0 – 1)
and grammar
The presentation has Neat and orderly, Errors in grammar, Problems with
[5]
been scrupulously minor grammatical sentence structure grammar and
edited and is near and/or spelling errors and/or spelling punctuation impede
perfect in its present. present. understanding.
presentation.
The academic style of The academic style of The academic style of
The academic style of writing is adequate. writing is not at an writing is exceptionally
writing is exceptional. adequate standard. poor.

Evidence of the use of

a paraphrasing tool.
Referencing (5) (4) (2 – 3) (0 – 1)
[5]
Appropriate and Appropriate in-text Little in-text No in-text referencing
accurate in-text referencing with some referencing with and/or no reference
referencing. errors. errors. list.

Accurate reference Few errors in Inaccurate reference Too few / too many
list. reference list. list. sources, not used
effectively.
All quoted and Most quoted and Some quoted and
paraphrased paraphrased paraphrased Little to none of the
information has been information has been information has been quoted and
referenced. referenced. referenced. paraphrased
information has been
Excellent variety of Good variety of Adequate sources, not referenced.
sources effectively sources mostly used all used effectively.
used. effectively. Selected references
add no value to the
essay.

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 PART B: [35]
(21 – 25) (16 – 20) (10 – 15) (0 – 9)
Resources
At least 5 sets of 5 sets of relevant 4 sets of relevant Less than 3 sets of
[25]
relevant resources resources included. resources included. resources.
included. Creativity
evident. Professional, neat and Untidy or Resources not suitable
age-appropriate. inappropriate for for chosen content
Professional, neat and content area and age. area.
appropriate for FP.
Incorrect font.
(5) (4) (3) (0 – 2)
Durability
[5] Box is sturdy, and Box is sturdy, and Fairly sturdy and No container, or
resources are reusable most resources are durable. Some container is flimsy.
and durable. reusable and durable. resources are
reusable. Resources are not
Neatly packed and Neatly packed and durable.
easy to use. easy to use.
(5) (4) (3) (0 – 2)
Photographs
[5] 5 clear photographs - 4 clear photographs – Some photographs of Few or blurred
one for each separate one for each set, with resources provided. photographs.
set of resources, with captions.
captions. Captions provided but Not captioned.
Photo of entire kit, are somewhat vague.
Photo of entire kit, and photo of student No photo of final kit or
and photo of student with kit. Choice of size of student.
with kit. photographs and
clarity of the contents
could be better. Some
detail not clear.

Comments and feedback will be provided via Turnitin on the LMS.

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 CHECKLIST

Once you have completed your assessment, use the checklist below to make sure that
you have covered all elements. Provide ticks in the 'Completed' column for all the tasks or
requirements that have been completed.

Task / Requirement Completed

1 Did you develop a PowerPoint presentation of between 10-15 slides?
2 Did you use external sources?
3 Did you include in-text referencing?
4 Did you include a reference list at the end?
5 Did you collect and make the necessary resources for your 'Space and
Shape' maths box?
5 Did you take a clear photo of each resource?
6 Did you add a caption for each photo?
7 Did you include a photo of your resources in a suitable container?
8 Did you include a photo of yourself with your maths box?
9 Have you converted your PowerPoint (Part A & B) document into PDF
format for submission?

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