IN this article, we will focus on samples of tasks or CALA assignments so that teachers, parents, students and guardians can have an idea of what the CALA tasks are all about.
These examples were prepared by teachers from different schools. It is important to note that the teacher can prepare his\her own CALA tasks from any part of the syllabus as long as they meet the required standards. It is not compulsory for instance, for all Business Studies Upper Six students in Zimbabwe to have the same task, it varies from school to school since issues and problems faced by communities differ.
However, the CALA tasks are submitted for moderation and standardisation. The issue is to make sure the CALA task is prepared to meet the required assessment criteria.
CALA Characteristics
1. Research-Based
2. Learners apply knowledge concepts and lean skills (teamwork, analytical thinking, written and verbal communication skills, etc).
3. Learners generate knowledge
4. Incorporate practical activities, data collection, through interviews, questionnaires, observation or experiments.
5. Should show originality, reactivity and innovative.
6. Promote learning and integration.
Learning Area: Combined Science;: Form Four
CALA Title Uptake of drugs by learners
Competences/skills
Research, Communication, Critical thinking , Problem solving, Sampling
Background
There is a surge in the uptake of drugs by learner and this has caused lots of problems in schools and community at large
The CALA has two parts A and B which you are supposed to complete
PART A
Research on the substances that are being abused in the society you leave. Research on the problems caused by drugs. Find solutions to drug abuse. In your report include interviews, record notes, use Information Communication Tools (ICT) tool take pictures and make recordings of your findings on ways of managing substance abuse at your school and community.
PART B
Using the information in part A; Design a poster or illustration on the preventive measures on substance abuse you have identified. Write notes or explain orally about your poster or illustrations.
How you will be assessed
To assess your presentation, the teacher will consider your research materials, explanations about your illustrations or poster that you have designed. An achievement Standard specific to this CALA will be provided so that you are aware of the assessment criteria.
CALA Tips: Write notes, Use ICT tools, take pictures, make recordings, use different kinds of materials like paints, vinyl, cloth, brushes, paper pencils and Manila, read your notes
CALA Description
To make you aware of substances abused in and around the schools and informed knowledge on their management.
Prepare questions that you are going to use in your research (10 marks). Carry out interviews with teachers, peers and parents (5 marks). Record information and make notes on the responses given (5 marks). Make a poster or illustrations on the preventative measures of drugs abused you have identified (20 marks). Write notes or explain your poster (5 marks). Submit your poster and notes for assessment (5 marks)
How you will be assessed
The teacher will assess: Your questions; Notes from the interviews; Your write up or oral explanation; Marks will be given for your answers.
In your research consider: Notes on types of drugs commonly abused; Use ICT tools and take pictures; Use different materials like paint, vinyl, cloth, brushes, papers, pencils, Manila; Read your notes. (Source: eaglenestacademy.org/zimsec-cala-task-samples)