GUIDANCE, COUNSELLING, AND LIFE SKILLS EDUCATION
EDA3013/101/3/2018Tutorial letter 101/3/2018GUIDANCE, COUNSELLING, AND LIFESKILLS EDUCATION FOR THE SUBJECTTEACHEREDA3013Semesters 1 & 2Department of Psychology of EducationIMPORTANT INFORMATION:This tutorial letter contains important informationabout your module.BARCODE
CONTENTSPage1INTRODUCTION . 42PURPOSE AND OUTCOMES . 52.1Purpose . 52.2Outcomes . 53LECTURER(S) AND CONTACT DETAILS. 53.1Lecturer(s) . 53.2Department . 63.3University . 64RESOURCES . 64.1Prescribed books . 74.2Recommended books . 74.3Electronic reserves (e-reserves) . 74.4Library services and resources information . 75STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES . 85.1Contact with fellow students 85.2Information on tutorial offerings at UNISA .86STUDY PLAN . 97PRACTICAL WORK AND WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING . 108ASSESSMENT . 108.1Assessment criteria. 108.2Assessment plan . 118.3Assignment numbers . 118.3.1General assignment numbers . 128.3.2Unique assignment numbers . 128.4Assignment due dates8.5Submission of assignments . 128.6The assignments . 13 128.6.1 Plagiarism .148.6.2 The role of assignments .148.7Other assessment methods . 148.8The examination . 142
EDA3013/101/3/20188.8.1 Examination admission and the format of the examination paper .158.8.2 Semester mark .158.8.3 Subminimum in the examination 158.8.4 Examination period .158.8.5 Previous examination papers 159FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS . 1610SOURCES CONSULTED . 1611IN CLOSING . 1612ADDENDUM . 173
Dear Student1.INTRODUCTIONWe welcome you to the Guidance, Counselling and Life Skills Education for the SubjectTeacher module, which forms part of the B.Ed. (Senior Phase and FET) programme.You will be well on your way to success if you start studying early in the semester and prepareyour assignments with the necessary care. Please read my Choice, my Registration and myModules @ Unisa as well as the general tutorial letter (Tutorial Letter 301) in combinationwith this letter (Tutorial Letter 101) since they contain valuable information and guidelines fordistance learning.Please read all the tutorial letters you receive during the course of the year immediately andcarefully, as they always contain important, and sometimes urgent, information.Some of the tutorial matter may not be available when you register. Tutorial material that is notavailable when you register will be posted and uploaded on myUnisa as soon as it becomesavailable. Official study material is available and may be downloaded from myUnisa once youare registered. Please contact your regional office to assist you if you have trouble downloadingyour official study material. The late delivery of study material will not be accepted as anexcuse, because the study material is available on myUnisa.A computer that is linked to the internet will give you immediate access to resources andinformation at the university. The myUnisa learning management system is UNISA’s onlinecampus that will help you communicate with your lecturers, fellow students and theadministrative departments of UNISA – all through the computer (or a similar device) andinternet. It is of utmost importance to get access to the internet and to consult myUnisa on aregular basis. Please note that students who are registered with myUnisa are able to submitassignments online, access library resources, download study material and so forth. You willalso be able to keep a record of assignments submitted and access your marks, previousexamination papers and examination dates.To get to the myUnisa website, start at the main UNISA website http://unisa.ac.za, then click on“myUnisa at the top of the screen. This should take you to the myUnisa website. You can gothere directly by typing in http://my.unisa.ac.zaPlease consult the publication Study @ Unisa for information on myUnisa.4
EDA3013/101/3/2018In this tutorial letter (101), you will find the assignments, assessment criteria and instructions forpreparing and submitting assignments. Some general and administrative information about thismodule is also included. Please study this tutorial letter carefully.EDA3013 is a semester module, which means that it is offered twice a year:First semester:from January to JuneSecond semester: from July to NovemberYou are registered for either semester one (1) or semester two (2). Please make sure youknow for which semester you are registered. If in doubt, contact the Department ofStudent Administration for clarification.We trust that you will find this module in Guidance, Counselling and Life Skills Educationinteresting and informative, and that your studies will be enriching and successful.2.PURPOSE OF AND OUTCOMES FOR THE MODULE2.1PurposeThe aim and purpose of this module are to equip you to enhance the learner’s educationalexperience by means of guidance, counselling and life skills development.2.2OutcomesAfter you have completed the module, you should be able to provide guidance to learners in their personal and social development and prepare themfor the workplace. use assessment and observation skills in individual and group interviewing. implement life skills as part of classroom teaching to empower learners with skills to copewith the demands of life.3.LECTURER(S) AND CONTACT DETAILS3.1Lecturer(s)You are most welcome to contact your lecturer if you have any academic problems with yourstudies or assignments. You may write to them as per letter or email, phone them or visit themin their offices. If you plan to visit your lecturers, make an appointment beforehand. Alwaysmention your module code and student number in all correspondence. Take note that the5
use of social media language is not acceptable in an academic environment. You have to showthe necessary respect when communicating with your lecturer(s).Primary lecturerDr CP Haasbroekhaasbcp@unisa.ac.zaSecondary lecturerDr CL Weberwebercl1@unisa.ac.zaLetters can be addressed to:Department of Psychology of EducationPO Box 392UNISA0003Use the above address if you want to write to us. Note that letters to lecturers may not beenclosed with assignments.3.2DepartmentThe departmental secretary’s phone number is (012) 429-4900.3.3UniversityIf you need to contact the university about matters not related to the content of thismodule, consult the publication Study @ Unisa which you received with your study material.This booklet contains information on how to contact the university (e.g. whom you may directdifferent queries, important telephone and fax numbers, addresses, and details of the timescertain facilities are available). Direct any administrative enquiries to the relevant departments(refer to the brochure).Always have your student number at hand when contacting the university.Note that all administrative enquiries should be directed to the university, and not to yourlecturer. Use this e-mail address: study-info@unisa.ac.za4.MODULE-RELATED RESOURCESEDA3013 is a practice-orientated module. Relevant theory has been incorporated into themodule. In order to be successful in this module and pass your assignments and examination,you should work from the prescribed study guide, which is your primary source. The internet,previous years’ assignments and examination papers cannot replace the prescribed studyguide.If you do not use your study guide when preparing for your assignments andexamination, you will not pass. Students who have failed this module in the past did not studyfrom the prescribed study guide and/or did not give detailed answers to the questions.6
EDA3013/101/3/2018The Dispatch Department should provide you with the following study material for this module: Study guide for EDA3013. Tutorial Letter 101/3/2018 (in which you will find the assignments you are required todo). Additional tutorial letters which you will receive during the course of the semester.These tutorial letters will not be available at registration, but will be sent to you duringthe course of the semester. Feedback on the assignments and examinationguidelines will, for example, be provided in these follow-up tutorial letters. Atutorial letter is our way of communicating with you about teaching, learning andassessment. You should therefore study the tutorial letters carefully.Remember that you can view the study guides and tutorial letters for the modules for whichyou are registered for on the university’s online campus, myUnisa, at http://my.unisa.ac.za .4.1Prescribed booksThere are no prescribed books or compulsory reading for this module, but we recommendthat you keep up with the latest developments by undertaking your own research that isrelevant to this module.You need to study only the prescribed study material for theexamination.4.2Recommended booksThere are no recommended books for this module.4.3Electronic Reserves (e-Reserves)There are no electronic reserves for this module.4.4Library services and resources informationFor brief information, go to www.unisa.ac.za/brochures/studiesFor detailed information, go to http://www.unisa.ac.za/library. For research support and servicesof personal librarians, click on "Research support".The library has compiled a number of library guides: finding recommended reading in the print collection and e-reserves equesting material – aduate information services – ng, obtaining and using library resources and tools to assist with research –http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/Research Skills7
how to contact the library/finding us on social media/frequently asked questions –http://libguides.unisa.ac.za/ask5.STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE MODULEFor information on the various student support systems and services available at UNISA (e.g.student counselling, e-tutors, language support), please consult the publication Study @ Unisa,which you received with your study material. If you have any special needs, please informbefore your first assignment is due for submission.UNISA has entered into a partnership with establishments (referred to as Telecentres) invarious locations across South Africa in order to enable UNISA students to have access tocomputers and the internet, free of charge. This access allows you to conduct the following(only study related activities): registration, online submission of assignments, engaging in etutoring activities and signature courses.Please note that any activity outside of those indicated above, are for your account e.g. printing,scanning, photocopying, and non-academic internet use. For more information on theTelecentre closest to you, visit www.unisa.ac.za/telecentres.Students who have barriers to learning or need special assistance should contact ARCSWiD forassistance at the numbers listed below:012 429 6923012 429 6924012 429 38295.1Contact with fellow students and forming study groupsIt is advisable to have contact with your e-tutor and fellow students, for example, through e-tutordiscussion groups and study groups. The addresses of students in your area may be obtainedfrom the following department:Directorate: Student admission and registrationPO Box 392UNISA00035.2Information on tutorial offerings at UNISASince 2013, UNISA has offered online tutorials (e-tutoring) to students registered forundergraduate modules. This module makes use of e-tutors.8
EDA3013/101/3/2018Once you have been registered for a qualifying module, you will be allocated to a group ofstudents with whom you will be interacting during the tuition period and an e-tutor who will beyour tutorial facilitator. You will then receive an SMS informing you about your group, the nameof your e-tutor and how to log onto myUnisa to receive further information on the e-tutoringprocess.Online tutorials are offered free of charge and are conducted by qualified e-tutors who areappointed by UNISA. To participate in e-tutoring, a computer with an internet connection isrequired. If you live close to a UNISA regional centre or a telecentre contracted with UNISA,please feel free to visit any of these to access the internet. E-tutoring takes place on myUnisawhere you are expected to connect with other students in your allocated group. It is the role ofthe e-tutor to guide you through your study material during this interaction process. In order toget the most from online tutoring, you need to participate in the online discussions facilitated bythe e-tutor.There are certain modules which students repeatedly fail. These modules are allocated face-toface tutors, and tutorials for these modules take place, free of charge, at UNISA regionalcentres. Students are advised to contact the regional offices for a list of these modules.However, it is important for you to register at your nearest UNISA regional centre to secureattendance at these classes.6.MODULE-SPECIFIC STUDY PLANUse your Study @ Unisa brochure for general time management and planning skills.This module is offered in a semester period of 15 weeks, which means that if you areregistered for the first semester, you will write the examination in May/June and thesupplementary examination, if required, in October/November. If you are registered for thesecond semester,you will writethe examination in October/Novemberand thesupplementary examination, if required, in May/June the following year.We suggest that you note down the due dates for all the assignments that you have to submitthis semester and compile a study plan by taking these dates into consideration. Timemanagement is important if you want to succeed in your studies. Please do not procrastinate!9
Use the following as a guideline for planning your studies:PERIODSemester 1ACTIVITYFamiliarise yourself with the study material by scanning through the study guide.January/FebruarySemester 2Introduce yourself to us and your fellow students on myUnisa.July/AugustSemester 1Study the prescribed reading for Assignment 01. The purpose of this assignment isFebruary/Marchto take you systematically through the study guide. Read the whole study guide –don’t just look for the answers to the questions.Semester 2August/SeptemberDo and submit Assignment 01. Make sure that you complete the assignment forthe semester for which you are registered.Semester 1Start working on Assignment 02. Do and submit Assignment 02. Contact your fellowMarch/Aprilstudents via myUnisa and compare and discuss your answers. Make sure youcomplete the assignment for the semester for which you are registered. Studyyour second tutorial letter and the feedback you received on your assignments asSemester 2examination guidance.September/OctoberAssess your understanding of the work by working through previous examinationpapers.Semester 1Ensure that you follow the guidelines in the second tutorial letter (Tutorial Letter 201)May/Junewhen preparing for the examination. Contact your lecturers and e-tutors if you needany assistance.Semester 2Write the examination.October/November7.MODULE PRACTICAL WORK AND WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNINGThere is no practical teaching for this module.8.ASSESSMENT8.1Assessment criteriaFor general information and requirements for assignments, see the brochure Study @ Unisawhich you received with your study material.10
EDA3013/101/3/2018Assessment criteria for Assignment 01 are as follows: Understand and define concepts and characteristics of guidance and life skills educationfor the subject teacher. Give the subject teacher guidance skills. Equip the guidance teacher so that he/she can prepare his/her learners for theworkplace.Assessment criteria for Assignment 02 are as follows: Equip the subject teacher with a knowledge of different interview types. Use assessment and observation skills for individual and group interviewing. Equip the subject teacher to teach life skills as part of classroom teaching.8.2Assessment planTwo assignments are numbered consecutively per semester, starting with 01.SEMESTER 1ASSIGNMENTSUNIQUENUMBERDUE DATESONLINE SUBMISSIONPERIODAssignment 0162161314/03/20187/03/2018 – 14/03/2018Assignment 0289942511/04/20184/04/2018 – 11/04/2018ASSIGNMENTSUNIQUENUMBERDUE DATESONLINE SUBMISSIONPERIODAssignment 0153561415/08/20188/08/2018 – 15/08/2018Assignment 0268533012/09/20185/09/2018 – 12/09/2018SEMESTER 28.3Assignment numbersSee above table.11
8.3.1 General assignment numbersSee above table.8.3.2 Unique assignment numbersSee above table.8.4Assignment due datesSee above table.8.5Submission of assignmentsYou may submit written assignments either by post or electronically via myUnisa. We preferelectronical online submissions as assignments and feedback on your assignments cannotget lost. Assignments may not be submitted by fax or e-mail. Please remember to allocate theexact assignment number provided in the tutorial letter to the actual assignment. Ensure thatthe correct assignment(s) is/are submitted for each semester!Assignments submitted by post should be addressed to:AssignmentsPO Box 392UNISA0003To submit an assignment via myUnisa, do the following: Go to myUnisa. Log in with your student number and password. Select the module. Click on Assignments in the left-hand menu. Click on the assignment number you want to submit. Follow the instructions on the screen.PLEASE NOTE: When the Assignments Section at UNISA receives your assignment, it isrecorded on the assignment system and an SMS is automatically sent to the cell phone numberyou provided at registration. If you do not receive a SMS, you must contact the AssignmentsSection immediately to determine what has happened. Please do not contact the lecturer in thisregard.12
EDA3013/101/3/20188.6The assignmentsAssignments are regarded as part of the learning material for this module. As you do theassignments, you are actively engaged in learning. Looking at the assessment criteria and themark allocation rubrics given for each assignment will help you to gain a clear understanding ofwhat is required of you. Assignments change from semester to semester; do not submit aprevious semester’s assignment.We prefer typed assignments that are submitted online. Handwritten assignments should belegible and written in a black ink. Assignments submitted in pencil will not be marked. It isimportant that the correct question number appears next to each answer. Ensure that thecorrect module code, unique number as well as the assignment number appears on the frontcover.It is best practice to include a table of contents, do a spell check and proofread yourassignments before submitting them. Students lose many marks through the submission ofincomplete answers. We expect assignments to be completed in a professional academicwriting style.Do show respect when contacting your lecturers: the use of social media language is notacceptable in an academic environment.Feedback on the assignments will be provided in different ways. Markers will commentconstructively on assignments. However, feedback on compulsory assignments will be sent ina follow-up tutorial letter to all students registered for this module, and not only to thosestudents who submitted the assignments.As soon as you have received the feedback, please check your answers. The assignmentsand feedback on these assignments constitute an important part of your learning and shouldhelp you to be better prepared for the next assignment and the examination.When you make inquiries about an assignment, provide the module code (EDA3013), thenumber of the assignment and your student number.No extension can be granted for assignments.It will take you quite a while to complete your assignments, so start well in advance. The greaterpart of the examination paper is based on the assignments. You will undoubtedly benefit fromspending time on your assignments.13
8.6.1 PlagiarismIt is unethical (and unacceptable) to hand in assignments that are not your own work. Wheneverthe university becomes aware of such malpractices, it will take stern measures against thestudent concerned. Students may work together when preparing for assignments, but eachstudent must write and submit his/her own, individual, unique assignment.8.6.2 The role of assignmentsAssignments are regarded as part of the learning material for this module. While doing theassignments, studying the reading texts, consulting other resources, discussing the work withfellow students or tutors or doing research, you are actively engaged in learning. Looking at theassessment criteria given for each assignment will help you understand more clearly what isrequired of you.8.7Other assessment methodsNone.8.8The examinationDEMARCATION OR “SCOPING” FOR EXAMINATIONS AND ASSESSMENTSNB: In terms of a decision reached by the College, lecturers may not demarcate or“scope” specific work for examination purposes and examination questions should bebased on all the work covering the notional hours of modules. Lecturers shouldencourage students to learn everything. In cases where competencies or skills areassessed differently during the tuition period, the lecturer will clearly spell out thevarious methods of assessment in Tutorial Letter 201.According to Assessment Procedure Manual 2013, paragraph 4.5.2(e), the examinationmemoranda (guidelines, rubrics, and so on) shall not be made available to students.Plagiarism and cheating (copying) using aids such as crib notes are regarded as aserious misconduct and will receive harsh punishment.Please study the brochure, Study @ Unisa, for general examination guidelines and examinationpreparation guidelines.14
EDA3013/101/3/20188.8.1 Examination admission and the format of the examination paperIn order to prepare for the examination you should submit both assignments, which willcontribute equally to your year mark. You will, however, be admitted to the examination bycompleting and submitting Assignment 01 and 02 on the due date.The examination consists of a closed book, written examination of two hours. For theexamination, you have to study the study guide, tutorial letters and the assignments. You willreceive a tutorial letter that will explain the answers to the assignments and the format of theexamination paper. Take note that the examination questions will cover the whole study guide.8.8.2 Semester markThe marks obtained for Assignments 01 and 02 count 20% of your final mark for this module.8.8.3 Subminimum in the examinationThe examination counts 80% of your final mark for this module. In the examination, you have toobtain a subminimum of 40%, before the semester (year) mark counting 20% of the final mark isadded. In other words, if you have a year mark of 90%, but you obtain less than 40% in theexamination, you will not pass. If you do not obtain 40% in the examination, your semester(year) mark will not be taken into consideration. In other words, if you get 38% in theexamination, your final mark will be 38% even if you had a semester mark of 100%. You haveto obtain at least 50% as your final mark to pass this module.8.8.4 Examination periodThis module is a semester module. This means that students enrolled for the first semester willwrite the examination in May/June and students enrolled for the second semester will write theexamination in October/November. During the course of the year you will receive information onthe examination in general, examination dates, times and venues.8.8.5 Previous examination papersPrevious examination papers are available on myUnisa. Do not focus on old papers, because anew paper is set every year. Old papers are not study material; these are assessment tools forself-evaluation purposes.15
9.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSThe brochure Study @ Unisa, contains an A-Z guide of the most relevant information.Frequently asked questions in this module (EDA3013) are the following:Question:I need extension for my assignment.Answer:It is not possible to give an extension.Question:I do not have internet access.Answer:You can access the internet at all UNISA regional offices and at any of thecomputer laboratories.Question:I am not sure if my assignment has been received by UNISA.Answer:Please consult the brochure Study @ Unisa.10.SOURCES CONSULTEDNone.11.IN CLOSINGDo contact the lecturer if you encounter any academic problems.Good luck with your studies!16
EDA3013/101/3/201812.ADDENDUMASSESSMENT CRITERIAAssessment criteria for Assignment 01 are as follows: Understand and define concepts and characteristics of guidance and life skills educationfor the subject teacher. Give the subject teacher guidance skills. Equip the guidance teacher so that he/she can prepare his/her learners for theworkplace.Assessment criteria for Assignment 02 are as follows: Equip the subject teacher with a knowledge of different interview types. Use assessment and observation skills for individual and group interviewing. Equip the subject teacher to teach life skills as part of classroom teaching.ASSESSMENT NUMBERS, UNIQUE NUMBERS, DUE DATES AND ONLINE SUBMISSIONPERIODSSEMESTER 1ASSIGNMENTSUNIQUENUMBERDUE DATESONLINE SUBMISSIONPERIODAssignment 0162161314/03/20187/03/2018 – 14/03/2018Assignment 0289942511/04/20184/04/2018 – 11/04/2018ASSIGNMENTSUNIQUENUMBERDUE DATESONLINE SUBMISSIONPERIODAssignment 0153561415/08/20188/08/2018 - 15/08/2018Assignment 0268533012/09/20185/09/2018 - 12/09/2018SEMESTER 217
ASSIGNMENT 01 FOR SEMESTER 1This assignment consists of FOUR (4) compulsory questions and/or activities that addup to 100 marks.QUESTION 1: TRUE/FALSE5 x 4 20 MARKS1.1Copy the format of the table below and answer question 1.1.2In the second column, write “True” if you agree with the statement or “False” if you do notagree with the statement.1.3In the third column, motivate your answer.1.4In the fourth column, provide the reference from Study guide for EDA3013 supportingyour choice and motivation (include the heading number and the page number to earnthe mark).Example:STATEMENTTRUE/FALSE(1 MARK)MOTIVATION(2 MARKS)REFERENCE(1 MARK)Absence of sensory defectsis regarded as a learningrestraint.TrueLessing (1994:4-5)recognises the absence ofsensory defects as acommon feature of a learningdisability,Point 2.10 p 49STATEMENTTRUE/FALSE(1 MARK)MOTIVATION(2 MARKS)REFERENCE(1 MARK)1.1 Perception is not one ofthe cognitive facultiesused by learners toorient themselves in theenvironment.1.2 School guidance,counselling andteaching life skills as aschool subject is notobjective specific.1.
experience by means of guidance, counselling and life skills development. 2.2 Outcomes After you have completed the module, you should be able to provide guidance to learners in their personal and social development and prepare them for the workplace. use assessment and
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Learning Objectives After completing this section the learner will be able to: zz understand the significance and scope of guidance and counselling zz explain the basic concepts in guidance and counselling zz have basic understanding and knowledge required for guidance and counselling as a profession. Significance Every human being comes across challenges and stress that must be
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