The power of positive thinking by S.L.DUNN

The power of positive thinking We can be proud of and look forward to an even more improving country! We can be proud of and look forward to an even more improving country!

The power of positive thinking - Outcomes By the end of this unit you the learner should be able to: Recognise the growth that took place since 1994 Recognise the positive growths and elements of SA Identify how she/he feels about his country, SA Mention his/her contribution to a positive attitude Identify the things we can still improve upon, without taking away any of the good

The power of positive thinking – Get Started! What are the positive elements of the new South Africa?

The power of positive thinking How did we improve in terms of ? v    health

The power of positive thinking How did we improve in terms of ? v   education

The power of positive thinking How did we improve in terms of ? v    living conditions

The power of positive thinking How did we improve in terms of ? v    people relations

The power of positive thinking How did we improve in terms of ? v    communication

The power of positive thinking How did we improve in terms of ? v    agriculture

The power of positive thinking How did we improve in terms of ? entrepreneurship

The power of positive thinking How did we improve in terms of ? Any other

The power of positive thinking – What next? How do I feel about my country? Negative Positive

The power of positive thinking – Think hard! What are my contributions to a positive attitude?

The power of positive thinking – You must play an active part in it! What can we improve on in the next ten years? Living conditions Create more job opportunities Better health awareness   Even better education Improved communication   Reduce crime Other

The power of positive thinking Remember we need to focus on the good instead of the bad! So much positive/good has happened in the new South Africa! 'And I smiled, because South Africans are creating a new dawn every day.' South African President Thabo Mbeki.

The power of positive thinking – What is required of you? The learner is now required to do/create the following: Your focus for each assignment should remain on the overall topic/theme given The Assessment criteria are found in the Rubric link listed with each assignment

The power of positive thinking – What is required of you? 1. Baseline Assessment in the form of a worksheet to test your general knowledge about your country WORKSHEET for learners 2. Website – Assessment: Website - Positive Thinking.xls 3. Brochure – Assessment: Brochure on Positive thinking.xls 4. Newsletter – Assessment: Newsletter.xls 5. Power Point presentation – Assessment: Presentation.xls 6. Interview with any South African citizen Assessment: Interview.xls

The power of positive thinking – Due date: The whole unit will be completed over a period of ten weeks

The power of positive thinking BIBLIOGRAPHY: The bibliography contains useful websites. REMEMBER: You can make use of a variety of sources Quote all sources and resources.