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LIFE ORIENTATION

SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT

LEARNER GUIDELINE

2024

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Copyrights reserved. This booklet is the property of Gauteng Department of Education, compiled for
Gauteng schools only. No part of this booklet may be shared, transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, (with teachers, learners or other stakeholders outside Gauteng province), without prior written
permission of the Provincial Coordinator

TERM 1: SOURCE - BASED TASK

COVER PAGE TASK: SOURCEBASED TASK

NAME OF LEARNER

NAME OF SCHOOL

GRADE 12

Activity Teacher’s Mark HOD / School District Provincial

Moderator Moderator Moderator

Mark Initial Mark Initial Mark Initial Mark Initial

Activity 1: [50]

Activity 2: [40]

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MODERATION NAME SIGNATURE DATE

Teacher / Marker
OVERALL FEEDBACK TO THE LEARNER:

Departmental Head/

School Moderator

District Moderator

DECLARATION OF
OWNERSHIP OF
LEARNER COLLECTION OF EVIDENCE

NAME

SCHOOL

CENTRE NUMBER

DISTRICT

Declaration by the Teacher:

I declare that all the work done in this learner collection of evidence is the sole work of this
learner.

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Signed: _____________________ Date: _______________

Declaration by the Learner:

I declare that all the work done in this collection of evidence is my own work.

Signed: ___________________ Date: ______________

SUMMARY OF LEARNER’S MARKS

TERM TASK ACTIVITIES MARK

 Development of self in the

Source Based Task society.
1 90
 Careers and career
choices
 Democracy and human
rights
100

Physical Education  Participation in activities

that promote Physical 10
Task (PET) Fitness.

2 Mid-Year 100 100

June Examination

3 Project Project 90

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Physical Education  Participation in activities

10 100
Task (PET) that promote Recreation &
Relaxation

4 Examination  Final examination 100 100

FINAL MARK
400

TASK 1: SOURCE BASED TASK

TOPIC DEVELOPMENT OF SELF IN SOCIETY AND
CAREERS AND CAREER CHOICES
PURPOSE  Activity 1:
- Apply a range of life skills required to adapt to change as part of
ongoing healthy lifestyle choices.
- Identify and manage stress.
- Apply conflict resolution skills.
- Initiate, build and sustain relationships.
- Importance of communication
 Activity 2
- Reasons for and impact of unemployment
- Entrepreneurship as an innovative way to counteract
unemployment.
- Addressing fraud and corruption.
MARKS Activity 1 = 50 marks
Activity 2 = 40 marks
TOTAL: = 90 marks
DURATION Activity 1: 2 hours
Activity 2: 1H 30 M

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DATE OF Activity 1: 02 February 2024

COMPLETION Activity 2: 14 March 2024

NOTE TO LEARNER:

The Source Based Task consists of TWO activities which will be administered and
finalized in class. You will be given an opportunity to go and conduct research and bring
your resources and information to class as advised by your teacher. You must complete
the task on your own to demonstrate that you understand the content. Plagiarism is
strictly prohibited. Should your teacher notice that you were helping one another, or you
have copied from your classmate, an irregularity shall be declared, and you will have to
go through a disciplinary hearing and be given a letter of warming, based on the
findings of the investigation by the Irregularity Team from your school up to the
Provincial team. You will also receive “0” for relevant questions and section.

ACTIVITY 1:

Read the following source and answer the questions.

Change is good. Adaptability and resilience in the process of change is crucial.

As humans, we can adjust in constantly moving environments, but it takes time and effort. Every
individual experience shapes how one adapts in a new environment and overcomes the stress
related to the adjusting period. In today's rapidly changing world, adaptability and resilience
have become essential qualities for success. Whether we face unexpected challenges, navigate
personal or professional transitions, or strive to develop a growth mindset, our ability to adapt
and bounce back is crucial.

Whether a new academic study year begins, or one is starting a new job or even starting a
journey of becoming an entrepreneur, most young people experience the feeling that they are in
a traffic jam full of obstacles, challenges and uncertainties, emotionally overwhelmed by all
these stressors. it is normal to feel all that, because whether this is a first-time experience –
starting a new life or entering into another phase or level of life will always be a time of great
change, at the end of the day you will learn how to cope with these changes.

The ability to adjust to new situations or environments is an important phase in one’s

development. Changes may throw a person’s self-confidence off the usual balance and
adjustment means finding a new balance in the changed situation. Adaptation is successful

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when the person has more (perceived) resources to cope with the situation than anxiety and
tension/stress.

Young people must take note and understand that everyone will at times go through
experiences in their life stages and will come across challenges in adapting to a new
environment, situations, or even system; however, when maintaining self-confidence and self-
acknowledgment it is possible to overcome any kind of obstacles. Even if you are not able to
cope with stress (study, work, relationships) it is important to know that you are not alone. Just
give (reach out) your hand and someone will hold it!

Adapted: https://blog.ut.ee/how-to-adapt-in-a-new-environment/

Part 1 Answer the following questions on source A

Activity 1:
1.1. Explain what it means to “adapt to change” 1 x 1 (1)
1.2. Describe TWO possible psychological stressors and TWO social stressors in a
new environment which may hinder growth by affecting well-being. 4 x 2 (8)

1.3. Read the underlined sentence. Communication is one of the skills you will need
to adjust to new environment. Describe TWO factors that influence effective
communication in any relationship. 2 x 3 (6)

1.4. Analyze THREE ways in which stress can be seen as an opportunity for
personal growth and development in a young person. 3 x 3 (9)

1.5. Critically discuss TWO ways in which unresolved conflicts between people in a
new environment can have a significant impact on their relationships 2 x 4 (8)

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Adjustment stages upon entering a new environment.

Key words
Stage 1: known as Euphoria or
“honeymoon stage”.
Stage 2: Disappointment and culture
shock
Stage 3: Adjustments and integration
Stage 4: Acceptance of, learning from
the new situation.
Stage 5: Understanding & adaptation.
Adapted from: : https://blog.ut.ee/how-to-adapt-in-a-new-environment/

Part B Carefully study the graph below on culture shock and answer the question
that follows.

1.6. Write paragraphs on growth and change. Use the following as guideline:
 Explain the benefit of being in stage 3 of change as per the graph. 2 x 2 (4)
 Analyze the level of satisfaction in stage 1 and 2 2 x 4 (8)
 Critically discuss two ways in which understanding others and their believes as
per stage 5 will help you initiate, build, and sustain relationships in a new
environment. 2x3 (6)

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Activity 2: Formal assessment task. 1:30 Min (40 Marks)
Study the picture and read the source and answer the questions that follows.

Government’s role in cultivating economic opportunities and minimizing youth

unemployment.

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South African youth is now more worried about their future due corruption, unemployment and the
increasing stages of load shedding.
There is growing evidence that load shedding is undermining South Africa’s economic growth. The
economy is not only shedding jobs and employments, but also losing billions of rands owing to a
lack of productivity. A study conducted by the CSIR in 2019 estimated the cost of load shedding to
have been between R60 billion and R120 billion in that year alone. In 2023, the Minister of Energy
was reported to have said that load shedding “cost the country’s economy R1 billion per day.”

we are still dealing with fraud and corruption which seems to be an accepted practice, now there is
an increasing concern of load shedding and unemployment. While it's important to note that
financial fraud is not the sole factor responsible for unemployment, it can exacerbate the existing
challenges in the job market.
Although load shedding is primarily caused by electricity generation capacity, it is evident through
reports that Fraud and corruption has also indirectly contributed to load shedding making it difficult
to address this issue that we are experiencing because of unethical behaviors. The focus is to
ensure that government priorities the development of the country rather individuals focusing on
what they can benefit when they are in top government positions.
Regardless of all these challenges, there is still hope for a better future for the youth. South Africa’s
growing youth skills and unemployment divide can be bridged by employability and SME incubator
initiatives, but we need more corporate and government programmes that provide school leavers
with a platform to learn, make mistakes and grow. South Africa can improve its youth
unemployment crisis by providing support to SMEs on their crucial role in empowering youth while
growing the economy. SMEs can be the perfect hosts for youth employability programmes.”
Adapted from: https://www.psa.co.za/docs/default-source/psa-documents/psa-opinion/impact-of-
loadshedding.pdf?sfvrsn=49f278de_0 (03/10/2023)

https://blog.yes4youth.co.za/press/read-now-the-citizen-how-to-bridge-sas-growing-youth-skills-
and-unemployment-divide 06/11/2023

2.1 . Distinguish between the following terms: 2x1 (2)

A) Fraud
B) Corruption
2.2. Explain the concept unemployment. 1x2 (2)
2.3. Discuss TWO ways in which Fraud and corruption might have contributed to the
load shedding that we are experiencing in our country. 2x2 (4)
2.4 . Discuss THREE effective ways in which the government can provide support to
SMMEs to mitigate the issue of youth unemployment. 3 x 2 (6)
2.5 . Critically discuss how can financial fraud and corruption contributes to an
increase of youth unemployment in South Africa 2 x 4 (8)
2.6. Analyze the negative psychological impact of unemployment on an individual. (8)
2.7. Suggest TWO measures that the government can implement to hold officials
Accountable for any possible financial fraud and corruption. 2 x 2 (4)
2.8. Recommend TWO strategies in which the private sector can implement and play

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a significant role in assisting the government in reducing youth unemployment.

2 x 3 (6)

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GLOSSARY
CONCEPT DEFINITIONS

Resilient Being able to withstand a difficult situation

Culture shock The feeling of disorientation, confusion, and anxiety that individuals may
experience when they are exposed to a new and unfamiliar culture
Euphoria Refers to a state of intense happiness, excitement, or joy. It is a feeling of
extreme well-being and elation, often characterized by a sense of heightened
pleasure or contentment.
Exacerbate Means to make a situation, a problem, or a negative condition more severe,
intense, or bitter. When something exacerbates a situation, it worsens or
amplifies its negative aspects
Mitigate Means to make a situation, condition, or consequence less severe, intense, or
painful. When someone or something mitigates a problem or adverse
circumstance, it works to alleviate, diminish, or reduce its negative impact
SMMEs stands for "Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises. It is a term used to collectively
refer to businesses that fall within the small and medium-sized enterprise
categories, as well as micro-enterprises.
Incubator In a business context, an incubator refers to a program or organization that
provides support, resources, and facilities to help nurture the development and
growth of startup companies
Loadshedding refers to the intentional and temporary reduction or interruption of electricity
supply to certain areas or consumers.

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