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GRADE 8 LIFE ORIENTATIONTERM 1- WRITTEN TASK

DUE: Duration: 2 Weeks

Topic: Development of Self in Society Total Marks: 70

Learner Information:

NAME AND SURNAMEGRADE 8 REGISTER CLASSLO TEACHER

Activity Description Possible

MarkMark

ObtainedModerated

Mark

Section A Written, reflective activity related to the i-selfie 35

Section B Written activity based on personal history and road map 30

Overall Referencing 5

TOTAL 70

Feedback to learner (please check feedback inside task as well)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Reflection from learner on task – How do you feel about your work/ the project that you have created? What have you learned? Where can you improve? What did you do well?

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INSTRUCTIONS

1. This written task must be handed in on the date mentioned on the cover page.

2. Complete section A and B by making use of the sources provided, your textbook and the knowledge you have gained in class.

The task should be well-structured, by including the following aspects: A completed cover page with learner and task details (provided by the

teacher). Correctly numbered answers to correspond with questions. Each section should be answered on a new page. The task must be bound/ stapled.

3. The teacher will explain the assessment process in detail.

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To clarify: Learners should not receive a copy of the memoSection A: I-Selfie

Take two selfies: a. Your current self: one that represents how you see yourselfb. Your ideal self: one that represents how you want others to see

you.

Possible visual elements that you could include: Your position within the selfie:

o are you big/ small?o in the foreground or the background?o is only part of you showing or is it a full body shot?

The things you choose to surround yourself with:o Have you surrounded yourself with many things or very few?o Are they things that you like to do or see or not?

The colours or lack of colourThese selfies can either be half a page each or a full A4 page. They should be displayed directly next to each other. VERY IMPORTANT: ANY DANGEROUS SELFIES WILL BE DEEMED INVALID AND

THE LEARNER WILL BE ASKED TO RESUBMIT THE TASK.

Write a report on your selfies. Use the questions below to guide your writing.

1. Define the following terms:a. Self-concept (2)b. Self – motivation (2)

2. Name and explain THREE factors that can influence your self-concept and self-motivation. (3x2 =6)

3. Explain FIVE visual elements that you have included in your current self selfie. How do they represent your current self-concept. (5x2=10)

4. Explain FIVE visual elements that you have included in your ideal self selfie. How do they represent how you would like others to see you? (5x2=10)

5. List FIVE strategies you can put in place to ensure that you can become your ideal self. (5)

[TOTAL SECTION A: 35]



Section B: I-Bridge

Conduct an interview with your parents/guardians where you ask them about your life and your family history. Using what you have learned you will need to create a road map of your life. You will also need to include a paragraph of 100 – 200 words to explain the different features representing the different situations in your life.

You may include features like buildings, bridges, ponds or rivers, trees (standing or fallen), road works, street signs, circles, etc. Be creative when choosing the symbols for your life.

Your map and explanatory paragraph should cover the following areas:

Include and explain FIVE negative/ traumatic situations that happened in your life. (5x2=10)

Include and explain FIVE positive/ growth-inspiring situations that that happened in your life. (5x2=10)

Include at least TWO colours and explain how they help to symbolise the formation of your self-concept during your life so far. (2x2=4)

In your paragraph , explain how THREE of these situations or features on your map have taught you something and made you who you are today. (3x2 =6)

[TOTAL SECTION B: 30]

Please note: You will also be awarded a mark out of FIVE for your referencing. (5)

[GRAND TOTAL: 35 + 30 + 5 = 70]



MEMORANDUM:

Section A: I-Selfie Write a report on your selfies. Use the questions below to guide your writing.

1. Define the following terms:a. Self-concept: (2)

This is the way you feel about yourself() and what you think about yourself. ()

b. Self – motivation (2)Ability to do what needs to be done(), without influence from other people or situations. ()

2. Name and explain THREE factors that can influence your self-concept and self-motivation. (3x2 =6)ONE mark for the factor and ONE mark for the influence.

Family ()can help you by supporting and encouraging you so that you know that you can achieve your goals. ()

The Media() can make us feel unworthy because it shows us people and images that we can’t live up to. ()

Friends() can show you love and support so that you feel comfortable to be yourself around them ()/ OR / they can encourage you to make negative choices and tease you for not fitting in. ()

Allow for other alternative logical and well-reasoned answers.

3. Explain FIVE visual elements that you have included in your ‘current selfie.’ How do they represent your current self-concept. (5x2=10)

ONE mark for the element and ONE mark for the explanation. Some answers could include:

I am the biggest thing in the Selfie ()because I know that I am worthwhile and important. ()

I am very small () because I do not feel very sure of myself. () I have my hands in the foreground ()because am good at working with my

hands and helping others. () I have my dog in the selfie with me () because I am good with animals. () My eyes are looking downwards () because I am very shy. () I am looking out of the picture ()to show that I am very goal driven and always

look towards the future. () I am wearing a handbag and jewellery ()because I place a lot of emphasis on

outward appearances. () I am if the forest ()because nature makes me feel the most like myself. ()



The above are just some suggested answers. Allow for alternative logical and well-reasoned responses.

4. Explain FIVE visual elements that you have included in your ideal selfie. How do they represent how you would like others to see you? (5x2=10)ONE mark for the element and ONE mark for the explanation. Some answers could include:

See Question 3 for other possible answers I am surrounded by friends() because I am outgoing/ confident. () I am giving someone something (can be specific) () because I am kind and

caring. () I am smiling ()because I am positive and always look at the bright side of

situations. () I am turned away from a mirror() because I don’t feel pressured to conform to

society’s ideal body image. ()


5. List FIVE strategies you can put in place to ensure that you can become your ideal self. (5)ONE mark for any FIVE of the following:

Surround myself with positive people() Learn to say no to peer-pressure() Communicate my decisions and needs clearly with others so that they don’t try to

push my boundaries. () Explain to people (can be specific) that their words are making me feel sad/ angry

because they affect my self- confidence and ask them to stop. () Be kind to others so that I model behaviour I would like to receive in return() Set more realistic goals for myself so that I can feel positive when I achieve them

instead of negative when I don’t achieve() Attempt to censor the media I watch so that I don’t have to see unhealthy role

models or impossibly perfect bodies. ()


[TOTAL SECTION A: 35]



Section B: I-Bridge

Your map and explanatory paragraph should cover the following areas:

NOTE: Teachers might need to change the weightings according to school context. Possibly allow learners to do TWO – THREE neutral events/ situations if you feel that many cannot think of FIVE negative or traumatic events/ situations.

e.g. their birth, getting their first tooth, etc.

Include and explain FIVE negative/ traumatic situations that happened in your life. (5x2=10)


A bridge() to show that I had to overcome my parent’s divorce (or other traumatic incident.) ()

A grave yard ()to symbolize death of a family member or friend. () A stop street() to symbolize a test I failed. () A traffic circle ()to show confusion when I entered grade 8. () A cave in/ road works() to symbolize getting involved with the wrong crowd/

difficult time in their lives where they lost their way. () A hospital() to symbolize a hospital visit. ()


Include and explain FIVE positive/ growth-inspiring situations that that happened in your life. (5x2=10)


A school building() to symbolize going to school for the first time. () A zebra crossing() to represent the crossing from primary school to high

school () (some might have found this challenging/ negative) A play park ()to symbolize a new sibling to play with() A mountain/ hill () to symbolize an achievement, like winning a race or

performing on stage. () A speed increased sign() to symbolize graduating to a next stage (academically

or sporting/ culturally) ()



An airport/ car park/ taxi rank ()to indicate an exciting journey() A rollercoaster ()to indicate a time that they overcame a conflict situation in a

positive manner. ()


Include at least TWO colours and explain how they help to symbolise the formation of your self-concept during your life so far. (2x2=4)

ONE mark for the colour and ONE mark for the explanation. The learner may use more than one colour and just talk about two of them. Some answers could include:

Black() shows that I was having a difficult time and suffered from low self-esteem. ()

Green ()symbolizes the emotional growth I went through. () Blue() symbolizes the hope I felt as I overcame_________() Yellow() symbolizes happiness and contentment at ______stage() Red() shows my anger towards this problem. ()


In your paragraph, explain how THREE of these situations or features on your map have taught you something and made you who you are today. (3x2 =6)

ONE mark for the lesson and ONE mark for the link to who they are today. Some answers could include:

It does not always have to be a positive lesson.

My parents divorce showed me that people sometimes fight, () and we can resolve problems in a positive manner. () /OR/ My parents’ divorce showed me that I am powerless to stop conflict ()and I must learn to deal with it the best way I can. ()

Going to grade 8 showed me that I am not finished learning ()and have many more academic challenges to overcome. ()

Losing my grandmother taught me to cherish every moment we have with others() because they may not always be around. ()

Moving to a new home taught me to adapt() and showed me that a am more resilient than I realised. ()




[TOTAL SECTION B: 30]

Please note: You will also be awarded a mark out of FIVE for your referencing. (5)

Teachers should award marks in the following manner:

Zero = no sources have been referenced ONE = 1-2 URLS but no other information TWO = More than 2 URLS but still no further reference information THREE = Attempt at Harvard style referencing (or other referencing style

depending on school context,) however, most of the references contain visible errors

FOUR = Harvard referencing style is successful with some minor errors. FIVE = Harvard referencing style is close to perfect with 1 – 2 minor errors.

[GRAND TOTAL: 35 + 30 + 5 = 70]



Harvard Referencing Style

Referencing means that you give credit to the various sources you have used when writing your assignment/report.

All sources should be arranged alphabetically according to the surname of the first author.

1. BooksAuthor's surname and initials, year of publication, title (underlined), edition, place of publication, publisher.Example:Marais, B.V.C. and Horne, K.W.W. 2011. The influence of the media on public opinion, Pretoria: Juta2. JournalsAuthor's surname and initials, year of publication of the journal, title of article, title of journal (underlines), volume, pages.Example:Wobbe, T. 2001. How to organise the unorganised, Human Resource Management, 12(8), 8-9.3. Chapters in booksAuthor’s surname and initials, title of the chapter, title of the book (underlined), editor of book, place of publication, publisher, pages.Example:Gericke, H.B. The place democracy has in our country, in South Africa, the democratic ideal edited by J.J. Matthews. London: Benton: 44-45.4. Newspaper articlesAuthor surname and initials, year, title, newspaper (underlined), date and month, page.Example:Louw, S.2002. Water crisis, what’s next. Daily news. 29 January: 75. Internet ReferencingAuthor surname and initials, year, title (on-line) Available: (full web address) Date accessed: Example:Unknown (2004) Sentient microfilaments: A tempest in a tubule (On-line). Available:



http:somecomputer.printer.edu/pub/harnad/psyc.95.3.26/consciousness/11/bixleyDate accessed: 5 May 2011.6. Personal InterviewSurname and initials. Year. Personal Interview. Date, Place.Example:Malan, B.D. 2011. Personal Interview. 5 May, Stellenbosch.

Click on Reference toolbar in Word. Click insert Citation and choose your source e.g. webpage and fill in the information. Add citation and then add bibliography.

Reference instructions adapted: Expo 2014, L. Kroukamp



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