119463 Access and Use Information From Texts

Learners at this level are able to read or view, understand and respond to texts on a range of topics.

Learners credited with this unit standard are able to:
- identify the main ideas in different text types
- read and respond to texts for a variety of purposes
- use a range of reading and viewing strategies to make meaning of texts
- identify and discuss how language structures and features may influence a reader.

NQF Level 2 - 5 Credits

This unit standard is replaced by:
119463 Access and use information from texts NQF Level 02 - 5 credits

Learning assumed to be in place and recognition of prior learning
The credit calculation is based on the assumption that learners are already competent in terms of the full spectrum of language knowledge laid down in the national curriculum statements up to and including GETC or NQF level 1.

Learners can:
- read and view for information and enjoyment, and respond critically to the aesthetic, cultural and emotional values in texts.

Unit standard range
Written and visual texts appropriate to the needs and interests of learners.

Specific range statements are provided in the body of the unit standard where they apply to particular specific outcomes or assessment criteria.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

Specific Outcome 1
Identify the main ideas in different text types.

Specific Outcome 2
Read and respond to text

Please note that this is a fundamental unit standard, and in accordance with Services SETA can therefore only be accredited if completed with an additional core or elective. Please contact us should you have any questions.