Grade 11 Life Orientation Flashcards

Flashcards for Grade 11 Life Orientation, Term 1 and Term 2 study notes to aid in exam preparation.

Define Self-knowledge/ self-awareness.

Knowing who you are and what your strengths and weaknesses are.

What is self-esteem?

A term that describes how you feel about yourself.

What is a goal?

Something you hope to achieve so that you can live your life to the fullest.

Define Short term goals.

Goals that you can achieve in a short amount of time, usually in less than 1 year.

Define Medium term goals.

Goals you aim to achieve in 1 to 3 years.

Define Long term goals.

Goals you aim to achieve in more than 3 years.

Why it is important to set achievable goals?

Achieving your goal makes you feel like you have purpose which leads to happiness. It is important when you have set your goals to make sure that you can actually achieve them, otherwise you set yourself up for disappointment from day 1.

What does SMART goals stand for?

Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely.

What questions does the action plan include?

What, When, How, By when, Evaluate.

Define Persistence.

The determination to continue doing something – never give up attitude.

Define Perseverance.

The determination to keep trying to do something difficult.

Define Prioritise.

To organise things so that you deal with the most important things first.

What has an impact on your choices and goals?

Your personal values supported by the South African constitution.

IDEAL plan

Problem solving means to have an IDEAL plan: Identify the problem, Define, Explore, Action, Look back.

What is well-being?

The state of being comfortable, happy, content.

What does the South African Constitution say about basic education?

All South Africans have the right to a basic education, including adult basic education and further education. The state has an obligation, through reasonable measures, to progressively make this education available and accessible.

What are the three broad bands of education recognized by South Africa's National Qualifications Framework (NQF)?

General Education and Training, Further Education and Training, and Higher Education and Training.

What grades does General Education and Training (GET) include?

Grade R – 9

What grades does Further Education and Training (FET) include?

Grade 10 – 12

What does HE refer to?

Higher Education and Training – Post Matric Qualifications

What is the NSC?

The National Senior Certificate or NSC is a high school qualification, commonly known as the matriculation (matric) certificate, as grade 12 is the matriculation grade essentially, it is the school-leaving certificate in South Africa.

What does Further Education and Training (FET) refer to?

Refers to education and training provided from Grades 10 to 12, including career-oriented education and training offered in TVET, community colleges and private colleges.

What does Higher Education refer to?

Studies undertaken after you have successfully written the NSC, qualifying you for further studies.

What are Tertiary Studies?

Also known as tertiary education in some countries, refers to all formal post-secondary education. Tertiary studies include both public and private universities, colleges, technical training institutes, and vocational schools.

What does Postgraduate refer to?

People studying towards an additional degree (Honours, Masters, PHD or Doctorates) once they have completed a degree.

List the four Matric pass levels.

Bachelor’s Degree Pass, Diploma Pass, Higher Certificate Pass, National Senior Certificate Pass.

What does a Bachelor’s Degree Pass mean?

You can study at any tertiary institution, as long as you meet the requirements for your chosen field of study. It is the highest Matric pass.

What does a Diploma Pass mean?

You can study at a tertiary institution towards a diploma qualification.

What does a Higher Certificate Pass Allows?

Allows students to study for a Higher Certificate at a college or distance learning institution.

What does a National Senior Certificate Pass mean?

The minimum requirements to get this certificate are as follows: Pass at least 3 subjects with 40%. One of these subjects should be an official Home Language. Pass at least 2 subjects with 30%. One of these subjects should be a First Additional Language or Home Language. You are allowed to fail 1 subject. The minimum percentage you can get for this subject is 20%

What is the order of higher education qualications?

Level 5: Higher Certificates and Advanced National (Vocational) Certificate. Level 6: National Diploma and Advanced Certificates. Level 7: Bachelor's Degree, Advanced Diplomas. Level 8: Honours Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, and Professional Qualifications. Level 9: Master's Degree. Level 10: Doctor's Degree.

What does obtaining a certificate imply?

A student has gained a basic level of understanding of higher education knowledge and skills. After completing a Certificate course, students will be able to make use of these skills in the workplace.

What is a Higher Certificate qualification?

A skills-based, vocational qualification which means that the focus is placed on how skills are applied. Students choose a specific field of work, and they will then focus on achieving a set of skills required in that field. The course material is usually industry orientated.

What is Advanced Certificate meant to do?

Is meant to equip you with extensive understanding of the field you are studying. This level of certification is specialised which can improve a student's job opportunities.

What is a National Diploma?

Programmes in this qualification equip students with the needed practical skills in their chosen industry. Students acquire technical skills needed in a specific area in these courses.

What is Advanced Diploma?

This qualification is obtained in preparation for professional work. It can be taken by a graduate of a bachelor's degree to study a field that is related to their previous level of study. This qualification can increase the marketability or attractiveness to potential employers of a graduate.

What is a Bachelor's Degree?

This qualification consists of long-term learning programmes which may take 3 to 5 years to complete. It enables graduates to demonstrate knowledge and skills required for opportunities in the job market, further education and training, postgraduate studies, or expert practice in a wide range of career fields.

What is a Postgraduate Diploma helpful for?

It can be helpful for students who may need specialised skills for the workplace in the career field they have chosen.

What does a Bachelor Honours Degree provide students?

Provides students with a deeper understanding of their field and helps students to prepare for research and postgraduate studies.

A Master's Degree involves?

A combination of coursework and research dissertations. Students usually engage in advanced research and independent study.

What does a Doctoral Degree indicate?

Indicates that a student has achieved the highest level of study in a certain field and involves a lot of research work. Students are required to write a thesis on a particular topic in their chosen field under the guidance of a supervisor.

What does APS stand for?

Admission Point Score. In South Africa, universities and other tertiary institutions will often ask for this score in their application process. It is sometimes used as an entry requirement on application forms. Simply put, an APS score is calculated from an individual’s Matric Results.

Why is your APS score so important?

It is an initial screening method used by almost all universities and it helps determine whether a matriculant will be considered for university admission (minimum requirement).

How to calculate APS Score?

All you need to do is take your top high-school subjects and your examination certificate. APS is based on a points system to help work out scores per subject.

What are National Benchmark Tests (NBTs)?

A series of tests used to assess academic literacy, general knowledge, and mathematical skill of first-year applicants into higher education institutions.

What two papers are included into the NBTs?

The AQL (Academic Quantitative Literacy) and the MAT (Core Maths).

What does the AQL (Academic Quantitative Literacy) include?

Tests proficiency in language comprehension as well as logic-based numerical skills. It assesses knowledge learned in the FET phase. assesses whether students will be able to apply knowledge learnt in high school in university.

What does The MAT (Core Maths) assess?

The MAT paper is only written by learners applying for certain degree programmes and who have done Core Maths at school. It assesses mostly Grade 11 Core Maths syllabus content although some Grade 12 work is included, depending on the time of year the assessment is written.

What are TVET Colleges?

Technical and Vocational Education and Training

What do TVET colleges offer?

Offer vocational and practical training in a wide range of subjects, from engineering and construction to hospitality and business.

One of the biggest factors affecting the study goals of young people today.

Lack of finance.

List three different types of funding opportunities a student may look for.

Scholarship, Bursary, Study Loans.

What is Scholarship?

Awarded on merit to students with good / top academic results or outstanding talent and achievement in sport / music. It is a financial reward usually given to students based on achievements – recipients are not always expected to repay or work back the money they receive. It may not necessarily cover the full costs of the student.

What is a Bursary?

Financial assistance given to a student for further study. Can often cover the full costs of study including study material, tuition, accommodation, and sometimes pocket money for living expenses. Usually awarded on merit but often includes more criteria than only academic achievement.

What is a Study Loan?

Money borrowed to pay for academic tuition (in some instances accommodation too) that must be paid back with interest. Different loans charge interest differently, it is important to know how the loan you intend to take charges interest.

An excellent incentive to do well!

40% of a general loan is converted into a bursary if you pass all of the courses you were registered for in that year.

What would an example of Public participation be?

Visit or host a community meeting, Join a civil/political organisation e.g., Join a political party, Protest or write a petition, Pay your taxes.

Give examples of basic human rights

The right to health, right to education, right to adequate housing etc.

Good governance should…

Allow people to participate and keeps them informed, delivers basic human rights, takes responsibility for its actions and decisions made, addresses issues in a reasonable time frame, aims to protect the environment, equity and inclusivity of all people.

What is “rule of law?

The law that governs a land. This law protects human rights, keeps us safe, solves disputes and helps us live our everyday lives. These laws/rights are not only there to protect us but there is a balance between responsibility and rights.

What is Transparency?

This means that government must be open to the public and not try to hide actions from the public. It is government's obligation to openly share matters of public interest.

What is Public participation?

Involves people in thinking, planning and playing an active role in developing services that change lives. People could participate as individuals or as groups or communities. People have a right to be informed about matters that affect their lives.

What are the two groups that organize local community and faith-based organizations?

Civil Society and RCL (Representative Council of Learners).

A mandate can be described as…

The power to act, given to the elected leaders that were voted in. A mandate can also be given by an Act of Law.

What is Lobbying?

Trying to influence government officials to make decisions for or against something.

What is Advocacy?

This can be described as the act or process of supporting the actual cause. Often citizens would start an advocacy campaign to raise awareness and encourage others to respond.

How can sport contribute to Nation Building?

In supporting a team you feel proud of your country. It is such a beautiful feeling when people of different races/colours/languages come together in support of their nation. It seems almost like all those other differences just disappear.

What does the school’s sports code of conduct aim to?

Get rid of racism and discrimination in sport, get rid of violent behaviour at sports matches, ensure a positive, safe environment for spectators and participants.

What is Gender-based violence (GBV) defined as?

violence (physical, sexual, mental, or economic) that occurs as a result of the social norms associated with each gender, along with the unequal power relations between genders.

Define Domestic violence.

Refers to any form of abusive behaviour that occurs within a domestic setting (the private space where individuals live together), typically involving partners or family members. It can manifest as physical, emotional, or psychological harm aimed at gaining control or power.

Define Social norms.

Shared expectations or "rules" within a society that prescribe how individuals should behave in various situations.

Define unequal power relations.

Situations where certain individuals or groups hold more power, privilege, or authority compared to others.

Define female genital mutilation.

The ritual removal of some or all of the external female genitalia.

Define Sexual violence.

Involves any non-consensual sexual act or behaviour, including but not limited to rape, sexual assault, and harassment. It violates an individual's autonomy and personal boundaries.

What is Rape?

Is a criminal act involving non-consensual sexual intercourse or penetration. It is a severe form of sexual violence where one person forces another to engage in sexual activities against their will.

Define Physical violence.

Involves the use of force that causes harm or injury to another person's body. It can range from slapping and hitting to more severe forms of assault.

Define Psychological violence.

Also known as emotional or mental abuse, refers to behaviours that inflict emotional harm, such as manipulation, intimidation, or constant criticism. It aims to control or demean the victim's mental well-being.

Define Femicide.

Is the intentional killing of women or girls based on their gender. It often involves gender-based motives and reflects broader issues of gender inequality and discrimination.

Who is a victim?

Someone who has experienced harm or suffering as a result of GBV.

What is Sexual harassment?

Is unwanted and unwelcome behaviour of a sexual nature, including comments, advances, or requests, that create a hostile or uncomfortable environment for the recipient. It occurs in various settings, such as workplaces or educational institutions.

What is Economic violence?

Is the use of economic power and control as a form of abuse or coercion within relationships or societal structures. It involves actions that limit an individual's financial independence, autonomy, or access to economic resources based on their gender.

Define coercion.

The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force, threats, or manipulation.

What are Stereotypical gender norms?

Societal expectations and beliefs about how individuals of different genders should behave and what roles they should fulfil, based on traditional and often rigid views of masculinity and femininity.

What is Patriarchy?

Is a social system where men, particularly in familial and societal structures, hold unequal power, influence, and authority. It often leads to the marginalisation and subordination of women, reinforcing traditional gender roles.

What are Sexist views?

Involve discriminatory attitudes or beliefs based on a person's gender, often favouring one gender over another. These views contribute towards GBV by perpetuating above-mentioned harmful stereotypes and normalising unequal power relations.

What if Prejudice?

Preconceived opinions or attitudes about a person or a group based on factors such as race, gender, religion, or other characteristics, without adequate knowledge or understanding.

What is Bigotry?

Refers to an intolerant or prejudiced outlook, often characterised by a strong, unreasonable attachment to one's own beliefs and a disdain for those who differ.

What is Sexual orientation?

An enduring personal pattern of romantic attraction or sexual attraction to persons of the opposite sex or gender, the same sex or gender, or to both sexes or more than one gender.

What is LGBTQIA+?

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/questioning, asexual and many other terms (such as non-binary and pansexual).

What is Exploitation?

The action of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work.

Name physical traumas relating to GBV on an individual level.

Physical injuries such as bruises, fractures, internal injuries or sexually transmitted infections.

Name Psychological traumas relating to GBV on an individual level.

Psychological trauma such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health challenges.

Name Emotional traumas relating to GBV on an individual level.

Feelings of shame, guilt, fear and a diminished sense of self-worth.

Traumas can lead to…

Witnessing GBV can lead to an atmosphere of fear, tension and insecurity within the household. If one member of a family member struggles to express or manage emotions, it can affect other members of the family.

What is societal disintegration?

Refers to the breakdown or deterioration of the various structures and functions within a society. It involves the weakening or loss of cohesion in social relationships, institutions, and norms that contribute to the overall stability and well-being of a community.

A person’s broken trust within social relationships can cause…

Experience a profound betrayal of trust, may develop heightened levels of fear and anxiety, can hinder educational opportunities, especially for survivors. This contributes to social inequality and limit the potential for social mobility. GBV reinforces and perpetuates discrimination and gender inequalities

What is Social mobility?

Refers to change in a person's socio-economic situation.

Who is a survivor?

Someone who has endured GBV and has managed to overcome or cope with the experience.

Who is a perpetrator?

The individual or individuals who commit acts of GBV.

How might power struggles contribute to Gender-Based Violence?

Power struggles may result in exclusion, bullying, or harassment, contributing to GBV.