L3 Life Orientation Module 6

Life Orientation: Life Skills NQF 3 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

Apply learning & thinking skills & strategies in various contexts Module 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com *see terms and conditions

Think about it… • Can we exercise our mind & memory, or are we stuck with what we have? • Are there different methods for making decisions, or are we led by our emotions & circumstances? • What are creative ways of looking at problems that need to be solved? Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Unit 6.1 Mnemonic techniques Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

What are mnemonic techniques? • Say: nee-mónick • A system to help you to remember a list or sequence • Example: making a special word, sentence, pattern of letters, or rhyme. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Mnemonic techniques for memory skills • Words:  Write down the first letter of each word in the list.  Use the letters to form a word.  Use the new word to create a mental picture of the Figure 6.2: The well-known mnemonic “Roy G. Biv” is a useful way to remember concept. the order of the colours of a rainbow Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Mnemonic techniques for memory skills • Sentences:  Form a sentence with the first letter/parts of words • Associations:  Link a fact or number to something else • Rhymes & tunes:  Use music & actions • Stories. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.1 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this unit – and use mnemonic techniques – by completing Learning activity 6.1 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

Unit 6.2 Decision-making methods Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

Decision-making methods • Every day, you need to make decisions. • You need to think through your choices. • Use different methods to avoid bad decisions. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Decision-making methods • Compare the pros & cons:  List advantages & disadvantages  Think long-term  Do what will be best for you in future, and not Figure 6.6: Making a list of pros and cons just now. can help you to weigh up the positives and negatives about your decision Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Decision-making methods • Weigh up alternatives:  Write down all options  Work out pros & cons. • Ask questions:  Write them down or talk them over  Answer the questions honestly  Think logically. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Decision-making methods • Find group consensus:  If the outcome affects others, talk through the options with them. • Seek outside advice from people:  Who you know & respect  Who aren’t affected by your decision (neutral)  Individually to get an unbiased response. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.2 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this unit – and practise decision-making methods – by completing Learning activity 6.2 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

Unit 6.3 Problem-solving methods & creative thinking skills Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

Conventional thinking methods • Identify the cause & effect. • Find the root cause (it may be deeper than you think). Figure 6.12: Unfortunately, many “solutions” • Use reasoning. are only aimed at lessening the distress or pain of the symptoms, and don’t attend to or reach the root causes Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Conventional thinking methods Table 6.4: Types of reasoning Types Descriptions Inductive reasoning Observe statements or things that happen and then make generalisations (draw conclusions) based on your observations. In other words, go from the specific to the general. Deductive reasoning Make a generalised assumption (or theory or hypothesis) that you believe to be true and then set out to find observations to prove it. In other words, go from the general to the specific. Critical thinking Analyse and examine a problem in detail – all its components, pros and cons, and all arguments and claims around it. Establish the facts and weigh up all evidence before reaching a judgement. Conditional thinking Explore your options in a given or anticipated problem situation. The leading phrase in each case can be: “If I do this, or choose this option (or if this happens), then ...”, as well as the words “but (however) ...” and “therefore ...”. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.3 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this section by completing Learning activity 6.3 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

Unconventional thinking methods • Creative thinking = thinking beyond the obvious • Doesn’t follow established patterns of thought • Generates new ideas • Allows for innovation. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Unconventional thinking methods • Think creatively:  Look through other lenses  Brainstorm. • Think laterally (from another angle) • Generate innovative ideas:  Combine facts to form a new concept  Find new uses for familiar objects  Make random associations  Use whole brain thinking. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Unconventional thinking methods Table 6.5: Herrmann’s styles of thinking Thinking style Description Examples Analytical Logical, technical, Collecting data; analysing it; reasoning critical logically; evaluating facts Sequential Structured, planned, Organising; solving problems step by detailed step; following directions Interpersonal Emotional, spiritual, Sensory input; group interaction; feelings expressing ideas; listening Imaginative Intuitive, visual, Problem-solving; taking the initiative; conceptual enjoying visuals; looking at the big picture of things Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.4 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this section – and practise unconventional thinking skills – by completing Learning activity 6.4 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

Summative assessment Portfolio task 1 Complete Portfolio task 1 in your Student’s Book. This is a formal test. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 3

Mathematics NQF Level 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation (Life Skills) NQF Level 3