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Question: FCP1501/ASSESSEMENT/2/2024 5 ASSESSMENT 02 QUESTION 1 [20] 1.1. Think of where you live currently and briefly explain how each of the following factors influence the quality of life in your community. 1.1.1 Transport systems (4) 1.1.2 Social services (4) 1.1.3 Community facilities (4) 1.1.4 Employment /unemployment (4) 1.1.5 Availability of housing (4) QUESTION 2 [20] 2.1. Think creatively and draw your family unit (5). Describe your drawing in terms of the known family structures in South Africa (4) and briefly explain your family history (5). (14) 2.2 Briefly discuss three challenges about the family structure you described in question 2.1. (6) QUESTION 3 [22] 3.1 The following passage is taken from an interview with a school principal. The interview was conducted as part of a study on parental involvement in township schools. Read the principal’s response below and answer the questions that follow. Most learners reside with extended families, mostly grandparents. In most cases, these learners need parental love which they cannot get from these relatives. Sometimes their attitude and behaviour towards these learners traumatises them to the extent that they do not see any reason to go to school. At times they are made to regard the assistance rendered to them as a favour, and not an obligation. They are regularly informed that their biological parents are incapable of taking care of them, often resulting in behavioural problems that hamper their ability to learn. Many of them are absent-minded, often secluded, prefer to be alone and sad, and do not share their problems with others in the classroom (Munje & Mncube, 2018, p.85). 3.1.1 Identify four challenges that children face while residing with extended families. (8)6 3.1.2 Describe three circumstances that make children reside with extended family members instead of their biological parents. (6) 3.1.3 State two ways the challenges you identified in question 3.1.1 might influence the children’s development. (4) 3.1.4 What should be done to improve the lives of the children described in the passage? State two solutions. (4) QUESTION 4 [20] 4.1 Design a newsletter for parents. The newsletter must have two sections. In the first section, share exciting news about the previous term’s activities and upcoming events at your school (8). In the second section, write four points outlining the importance of parents’ involvement in their children’s education and school activities (8). Show creativity in designing the newsletter. The design carries a total of 4 marks. (4). QUESTION 5 [18] 5.1 Briefly discuss three benefits of family-school partnerships for parents and children. (9) 5.2 Briefly discuss the role of the school in establishing and supporting familyschool partnerships. Focus on three distinct points. (9) TOTAL 100 This assessment remains the property of the University of South Africa and may not be copied, reused, or distributed.
Certainly, let's break down each question and outline how you can approach answering them effectively. Question 1 [20 marks] ### 1.1. Factors Influencing the Quality of Life #### 1.1.1. Transport Systems (4 marks) - **Explanation:** Discuss how the availability and efficiency of transportation such as buses, trains, and taxis influence daily commutes, accessibility to workplaces, schools, and healthcare. Consider the conditions of roads and public transport reliability. #### 1.1.2. Social Services (4 marks) - **Explanation:** Describe the role of healthcare services, social welfare programs, and emergency services. Comment on the quality and accessibility of hospitals, clinics, and social workers. #### 1.1.3. Community Facilities (4 marks) - **Explanation:** Highlight the availability of facilities like parks, recreational centers, libraries, and community halls. Explain how these facilities provide spaces for community gatherings and physical activities. #### 1.1.4. Employment/Unemployment (4 marks) - **Explanation:** Elaborate on the employment rates, types of available jobs, job security, and their impacts on household incomes. Consider how unemployment could lead to economic hardships and affect community morale. #### 1.1.5. Availability of Housing (4 marks) - **Explanation:** Talk about housing affordability, types of housing (flats, houses, informal settlements). Discuss the availability of essential amenities and how secure housing impacts overall living conditions. Question 2 [20 marks] ### 2.1. Drawing and Describing Your Family Unit - **Drawing:** Be creative and make a simple drawing representing your family members. - **Description of Family Structure (4 marks):** Relate your drawing to common family structures in South Africa, such as nuclear, extended, or single-parent families. - **Family History (5 marks):** Briefly describe the background of your family, mentioning significant events, cultural or traditional practices, and any notable stories. ### 2.2. Challenges in Your Family Structure (6 marks) - **Discussion:** Identify three issues such as financial stress, generational gaps, or lack of space. Detail how these challenges specifically affect your family dynamics. Question 3 [22 marks] ### 3.1. Challenges of Residing with Extended Families #### 3.1.1. Four Challenges (8 marks) - **Identification:** Mention the lack of parental love, trauma from attitudes, feeling like a burden, and resulting behavioral issues. #### 3.1.2. Three Circumstances (6 marks) - **Circumstances:** Discuss situations like parental death, work migration, or abandonment leading to children residing with extended families. #### 3.1.3. Impact on Development (4 marks) - **Influence:** Explaining how traumatic experiences and feeling like a burden can lead to emotional distress, affecting their academic performance and social interactions. #### 3.1.4. Solutions (4 marks) - **Solutions:** Suggest measures like counseling services in schools, awareness programs on fostering positive relationships within extended families, and community support programs. Question 4 [20 marks] ### 4.1. Design a Newsletter #### Section 1: Exciting News and Upcoming Events (8 marks) - **Exciting News:** Recap highlights of the previous term (achievements, notable events). - **Upcoming Events:** Mention future activities (sports days, cultural festivals). #### Section 2: Importance of Parental Involvement (8 marks) - **Points:** 1. Improved academic performance. 2. Enhanced emotional well-being. 3. Better social skills. 4. Stronger school-community ties. #### Creativity in Design (4 marks) - **Design:** Use a visually appealing layout with sections, headers, images, and colorful elements to make it engaging. Question 5 [18 marks] ### 5.1. Benefits of Family-School Partnerships (9 marks) - **Three Benefits:** 1. Enhanced student achievement. 2. Better communication between parents and teachers. 3. Increased parental engagement in educational activities. ### 5.2. Role of School in Family-School Partnerships (9 marks) - **Three Points:** 1. Regular communication through newsletters and meetings. 2. Involving parents in school decision-making processes. 3. Providing resources and workshops to support parents in aiding their children's education. ### Final Tips: Ensure your answers are concise, clear, and relevant to the question. Use real-life examples when applicable and aim for quality over quantity in your explanations. Good luck!
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