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What is the Difference Between CAPS English FAL and English HL?

13 August 202625 March 2023 by CAPS 123

English HL and English FAL are different CAPS language levels. They are not a simple mother-tongue test: schools offer languages at different proficiency levels, and English FAL can also support learning and teaching from Grade 4. See the official DBE English HL and FAL CAPS documents for Grades 4–6.

How to Teach CAPS English Senior Phase First Additional Language: Practical Tips and Strategies

11 March 202625 March 2023 by CAPS 123

Master the art of teaching CAPS English FAL in the Senior Phase with engaging methods like group work and debates, fostering critical thinking and communication skills in learners. Teaching English First Additional Language (FAL) in the Senior Phase can be challenging for educators. CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement) provides guidelines for teaching FAL in … Read more