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According to the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) for Languages in the Senior Phase (Grades 7-9), learners must undertake "formal study of literary texts" including short stories, novels, poetry and drama. |
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The final lists of recommended books for Grades 7 to 9 Literature Study for 2017 are enclosed. |
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The lists have been compiled for the purpose of reducing the need to purchase new books, but provision has also been made for the introduction of new titles. |
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The Prescribed Book Committees have considered all recommendations and comments and amendments have been made to the provincial lists. |
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Schools should note that the purpose of this list is to help Grades 7 to 9 language teachers with the selection of literary texts. Many texts include questions, applications and notes to support learners. For some titles there is support available on the internet. |
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The study of a variety of genres including poetry, novels, short stories and drama will provide a basis for literary analysis at FET level. The inclusion of essays in isiXhosa aims to model and thus support appropriate writing skills. |
SIGNED: BK SCHREUDER
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT
DATE: 2016:10:12
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