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MASS DISPLAYS INFANT (EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT - GRADE 2) SYLLABUS

2015-2022

MINISTRY OF PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATIONZIMBABWE

Curriculum Development Unit © All Rights ReservedP.O.BOX MP133 2015Mount PleasantHarare

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MINISTRY OF PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATIONZIMBABWE

MASS DISPLAYS

INFANT (EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT - GRADE 2)

SYLLABUS

2015-2022

Curriculum Development and Technical Services © All Rights ReservedP.O.BOX MP133 2015Mount PleasantHarare

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INFANT (EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT - GRADE 2) SYLLABUS 2015-2022

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

1.0 Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

1.2 Rationale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

1.3 Summary of Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

1.4 Assumptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

1.5 Cross Cutting Themes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

2.0 Presentation of the Syllabus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

3.0 Aims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

4.0 Syllabus Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

5.0 Methodology and Time Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

5.1 Methodology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

5.2 Time Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

6.0 Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

7.0 Scope and Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

8.0 Competency Matrix ECD A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

9.0 Competency Matrix ECD B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

10.0 Competency Matrix Grade 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

11.0 Competency Matrix Grade 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

12.0 Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

12.1 Assessment Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

12.2 Scheme of Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

12.3 Specification Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

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1INFANT (EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT - GRADE 2) SYLLABUS 2015-2022

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education wishes to acknowledge the followingfor their valued contribution in the production of this syllabus:

l The Mass Display National Syllabus Panel for their professional and technicalsupport

l Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Science and TechnologyDevelopment

l Belvedere Technical Teachers’ College

l Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (ZIMSEC)

l United Nations Children’sFund (UNICEF) for providing financial support


1.0 PREAMBLE

1.1 IntroductionThis Mass Displays Syllabus is designed for Infant Learners (Early Childhood Development toGrade 2). It provides core study areas for Mass Displays. The syllabus is designed to ensureaccess to a Mass Displays Curriculum regardless of gender, race, religion, handicap andlearners’ current level of Mass Displays performance. This syllabus asserts that the learner ismobile.

The syllabus promotes learners’ development of psychomotor skills and techniques andensures that learners develop socially, physically, emotionally and cognitively. It serves as afirm foundation for entry into Junior School Mass Displays studies.

1.2 Rationale

Mass Displays are spectacular artistic performances which display the aesthetic values ofsound, artifacts, movement and posture. They promote a sense of beauty, harmony, discipline,leadership, collaboration, teamwork, social integration and tolerance. They are an importantvehicle for mass education and communication.

1.3 Summary of ContentThe Infant Mass Displays syllabus focuses on the display concepts of gymnastics, dance, musicand art with culminations of Mass Displays by learners of the Infant School level.

1.4 AssumptionsThe syllabus assumes that learners have abilities to:

➢ express themselves through movement

➢ respond to stimuli through dance

➢ appreciate the performance of Mass Displays

➢ explore the elements and principles of design

➢ make use of information communication technology

➢ engage in cooperative work and self-assessment activities

1.5 Cross Cutting ThemesIn order to foster competence development for further studies, life and work, the following cross-cutting priorities have to be taken into consideration in the teaching and learning of MassDisplays:

➢ Gender

➢ Children’s Rights

➢ Disaster risk management

➢ Information Communication Technology (ICT)

➢ Child Protection

➢ Heritage

➢ Collaboration

➢ Environmental Issues

English Language

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2.0 PRESENTATION OF THE SYLLABUS

This Infant School Mass Displays Syllabus is in the form of one document consisting of fourmain topics namely, Gymnastics, Arena choreography, Music and Art which are further dividedinto sub-topics. The syllabus caters for learners in the Infant School Level Early ChildhoodDevelopment to Grade 2.

3.0 AIMS

The syllabus helps learners to:

3.1 develop psychomotor skills, team building, confidence and self esteem

3.2 develop a collective spirit, based on our norms and values as well as anappreciation of the diverse cultures of the Zimbabwean society

3.3 promote good health and safety, appreciate senses of beauty and achievement asprovide entertainment at ceremonies.

3.4 lay foundations for creativity in learners through talent and skill transfer

3.5 communicate information, knowledge and national ideals through the displays

4.0 SYLLABUS OBJECTIVES

By the end of the Infant School level, learners should be able to:

4.1. apply knowledge and skills appropriately in a variety of movement relatedsituations

4.2 demonstrate the basic concepts of gross and fine motor skills

4.3 acquire and appreciate social skills related to the cultural values of a Zimbabweansociety

4.4 exhibit musical and dance repertoire sourced from indigenous and other culturalsources

4.5 observe the conventions of fair play, fun and enjoyment in Mass Displays

4.6 apply principles and rules of safety and responsibility related to themselves,others, equipment and facilities acquire and appreciate social skills related to thecultural values of a Zimbabwean society

4.7 identify physical activities which illustrate care and optimal health issues

4.8 correlate talent and skill in mass displays with those in other study areas in thecurriculum

4.9 demonstrate the ability to perform basic Mass Displays skills

4.10 participate in public performances at different levels



5.0 METHODOLOGY AND TIME ALLOCATION

5.1 MethodologyThe methods suggested below overlap and are mutually supportive but not exhaustive. Theyall allow and enhance natural exploration processes. Engagement of resource persons isencouraged.

l Discovery including guided discoveryl Problem solvingl Experimentationl Discussionl Word games/ puzzlesl Quizzes, poems and rhymesl Telling and listening to storiesl Song and dancel Role play, drama and animationl Simulation and questioningl Group projectsl Demonstrationl Educational toursl Commandl Reciprocall Practice

5.2 Time AllocationEarly Childhood Development A and B: five 20 minute periods per weekGrades 1 and 2: five 30 minute periods per week

Infants need this time, for it is at this stage that learners develop and acquire most of the basicMass Displays skills which need to be constantly reinforced.

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6.0 TOPICS

6.1 Gymnastics

6.1.1 Locomotion 6.1.2 Balances6.1.3 Coordination6.1.4 Formations

6.1 Arena Choreography

6.2.1 Movement and Rhythm6.2.2 Choreography

6.1 Music

6.3.1 Background and Performing Music

6.1 Art

6.4.1 Patterns6.4.2 Colours6.4.3 Shapes

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7.0

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SEQ

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7.1

TOPI

C 1

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ICS

TOPIC

ECD‘A’

ECD‘B’

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E1

GRAD

E2

Locomotion

Balances

Coordination

Form

ations



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TOPIC

ECD‘A’

ECD‘B’

GRAD

E1

GRAD

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Movem

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rhythm

Choreography

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6.4

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ART

TOPIC

ECD‘A’

ECD‘B’

GRAD

E1

GRAD

E2

Background

and

Performing

Music

TOPIC

ECD‘A’

ECD‘B’

GRAD

E1

GRAD

E2

Patterns

Colours

Shapes

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7.3

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7.4

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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Locomotion

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8.0

CO

MPE

TEN

CE

MAT

RIX

ECD

A8.

1G

YMN

AST

ICS



TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Balances

Coordination

Form

ations

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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Movem

ent

andrhythm

Choreography

Unhu/Ubuntu/Vumunhu

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8.2

AR

ENA

CH

OR

EOG

RA

PHY



8.3

MUSIC

TOPIC

OBJECTIVES

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Background

and

Performing

Music

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8.3

MU

SIC



TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Patterns

Colours

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8.4

AR

T



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Shapes

pada

tsoro

nhodo



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Locomotion

Balances

9.0

CO

MPE

TEN

CE

MAT

RIX

ECD

B9.

1G

YMN

AST

ICS



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Coordination

Form

ations



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Mass Displays

TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Movem

ent

andrhythm

Choreography

9.2

AR

ENA

CH

OR

EOG

RA

PHY



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Unhu/Ubuntu/

Vumunhu

9 .3

MU

S IC



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Patterns

Colours

9.4

AR

T



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Shapes

pada

tsoro

nhodo



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Locomotion

10.0

CO

MPE

TEN

CE

MAT

RIX

GR

AD

E 1

10.1

GYM

NA

STIC

S



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Balances



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Coordination

Form

ations



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Movem

ent

andrhythm

1 0. 2

AR

E NA

CH

OR

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RA

P HY



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Choreography

Unhu/Ubuntu/Vumunhu



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Background

and

Performing

Music

Unhu/Ubuntu/

Vumunhu

1 0. 3

MU

S IC



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Patterns

Colours

10.4

AR

T



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Shapes

pada

tsoro

nhodo



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Locomotion

11.0

CO

MPE

TEN

CE

MAT

RIX

GR

AD

E 2

11.1

GYM

NA

STIC

S



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Balances



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Coordination

Form

ations



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

1 1. 2

AR

E NA

CH

OR

E OG

RA

P HY



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Choreography

Unhu/Ubuntu/Vumunhu



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Background

and

Performing

Music

Unhu/Ubuntu/Vumunhu

1 1. 3

MU

S IC



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Patterns

Colours

11.4

AR

T



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TOPIC

OBJECTIVES:

Learnersshouldbe

ableto:

CONTENT

SUGGESTEDACTIVITIES

SUGGESTEDRESOURCE

MATERIALS

Shapes

pada

tsoro

nhodo



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12.0 ASSESSMENT

This syllabus’ scheme of assessment is grounded on the principle of inclusivity. Arrangements,accommodations and modifications must be visible in continuous assessments to enablecandidates with special needs to access assessments.

12.1 Assessment Objectives

By the end of the Infant School level, learners are expected to:-

l use body parts to perform gymnastics gestures

l balance and create different body shapes

l dance to different kinds of music

l singing folk songs and perform folk dances

l move and stop rhythmically in dance taking directions to cover space

l design, draw, colour and cut out shapes

l write, paint, cut and paste letters

l perform gestures in formations

l perform gestures with or without apparatus and in formations

l display gymnastics gestures individually and in groups for displays

l combine dance routines in response to stimuli for display purposes

l arrange letters into meaning for displays

12.2 Scheme of Assessment (100%)

l The assessment will be continuous, mainly formative in nature and based onachieving the learning outcomes for each topic and grade level. Learner profilingmust inform where the learner has made progress and areas for future developmentin relation to the objectives.

l Profiling and practical assignments are administered to learners from ECD throughto Grade 2, while tests start at Grade 1. Tests and assignments are designed by theclass teacher. Assessment instruments like check lists and observation schedulesmust go through national standardization.

l The Learner Profile Record must state the learner’s entry abilities and potential atevery level in addition to concepts, skills and knowledge the child has acquired ordeveloped.

NB: Assessment through practical assignments and tests may not contribute to the finalmark. Profiling should continue through to Grade 7.

For further details of assessment for Infant School level Mass Displays, refer to the PhysicalEducation, Sport and Mass Displays Assessment Procedure booklet.



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12.3 Specification Grid

In this learning area, there is only formative assessment for the Infant School cycle. Learnerswill be assessed through continuous assessment. Progress made by the learner will be profiledweekly in the individual learner profile record.

Model of Assessment

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