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Discover how to teach Grade 12 students the uses of podcasts, GPS, and geo-tagging in digital communication. Engage them with interactive activities, ethical discussions, and real-world applications to make the learning process both exciting and relevant!
For Computer Applications Technology students, here is a collection of the videos created by Matt Hains (and others) covering the various topics presented in CAPS to the CAT students in Grade 10 and Grade 11.
Empower your Grade 11 students with practical tools to evaluate information critically. From assessing website credibility to fact-checking statistics and analysing sources, this CAPS-aligned approach makes learning relevant and engaging. Real-world scenarios, debates, and accessible activities ensure every learner gains essential 21st-century skills for informed decision-making.
Teach Grade 10 learners practical problem-solving steps using real-world tasks like analysing data usage or organising class events. Explore accessible tools and group activities that make theoretical concepts hands-on. Develop critical thinking through collaborative exercises and creative projects aligned with the CAPS curriculum for Information Management.
Every week for the rest of 2025, I will be posting a blog post on teaching the theoretical concepts as prescribed in the CAT CAPS documentation. The goal is to give teachers practical ideas and inspiration on teaching the various ‘theory’ concepts. I have always maintained that ‘theory’ should be…
Explore engaging ways to teach “Information overload” in Grade 12 CAT. Discover strategies, tools, and activities to help students manage vast amounts of information effectively, fostering critical thinking and societal awareness in the ICT space.