Further Education and Training (FET)
Grade 12
Romeo & Juliet
In hearing culture, high school learners are introduced to the work of William Shakespeare rather early on. Taking into consideration that Deaf learners can identify with themes in this story, they are hereby exposed to a part of this important literature.
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Asa Stands Up for Herself
This story, with the theme ‘My body is mine!’ is about an under-aged girl who is pressurised into an uncomfortable situation by someone she trusts. She then needs to decide how she will act in order to ensure her wellbeing.
The text aims to make learners less vulnerable to manipulation by others who might not have the learners’ best interests at heart.
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Together We’re Strong
From the day she was born to the day she died, Albertina Sisulu lived a life of love and sacrifice. This story of a unique and powerful woman, who stood up for her beliefs no matter what, will inspire learners. Albertina Sisulu suffered many hardships in a system that was against her, but she prevailed, and Deaf South African learners might take courage from this.
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Living on the Edge
This drama about three Deaf students studying at a mainstream university portrays how vulnerable financially insecure students can be, and what effect this can have on their social and academic functioning. The drama also shows how a little interest and empathy can have far-reaching effects.
The drama was filmed on a university campus, with hearing students and lecturers playing supporting roles, while the main characters are Deaf.
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The drama was filmed on a university campus, with hearing students and lecturers playing supporting roles, while the main characters are Deaf.
Sign Language Lecturer
A hearing student notices a Deaf lecturer at a tuck shop on campus. She signs up for a SASL course that he teaches. She soon falls in love
with the language and turns out to be a fast learner. At the end of the year, she tells the lecturer about her secret reason for taking the
course.
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Neo's House
A group of friends always hangs out at Neo’s house. They love going there because Neo’s mom, Mama Lebo, always makes them feel welcome and loved. When tragedy strikes, the friends no longer visit Neo’s house… until they realise that Mama Lebo misses them just as
much as they miss her. A touching drama about finding comfort in the midst of grief.
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This is the Moment
There is a lot of talk about the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. But while talk ignites passion, it's action that drives change. This poem describes how we can drive organisations to be more diverse, equitable and inclusive. Although the poem was originally written for organisations, the issues it addresses are just as relevant to communities and to schools.
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The Evolution of the Deaf Community
This poem portrays how the Deaf community came into existence and grew from strength to strength. It describes how they had to fight against discrimination and abuse, and how they had to fight for their language. But Deaf people are not portrayed as helpless victims: The poem celebrates what the Deaf community has overcome and accomplished, and what it is capable of.
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Deafness Around The World
This text informs learners about sign languages and services for the Deaf in five countries: Australia, France, India, Iran and South Africa. It shows that although some progress has been made in Deaf education,
Deaf learners do not yet have the same access to education as their hearing peers do.
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Gallaudet University
Gallaudet University is the only arts university for the Deaf in the world. In this magazine item learners are informed about the university’s history and its academic programmes. The text offers learners an
example of the structure, style and language of a magazine item, while encouraging them to start thinking about what they might want to do after school.
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