Life Orientation Grade 11 Term 1 Notes

Welcome to the Grade 11 Life Orientation, Term 1 Notes page. Term 1 of Life Orientation Grade 11 is a foundational period where we bridge the gap between personal growth and civic responsibility. The curriculum is designed to help you navigate the complexities of your teenage years, from setting high-level life goals and managing healthy relationships to understanding the legal machinery that runs South Africa.

Please Note: This page serves as a central hub for Term 1 notes content. It exclusively contains the LO Grade 11 topics listed below.

Development of the Self in Society

Focusing on personal growth, relationship dynamics, and self-actualization.

1. Types of Goals in Life Orientation
2. How to Prioritise Your Life Goals
3. The Relationship Between Personal Values, Choices, and Goal-Setting
4. Constitutional Values Important for Nation Building
5. Well-being: Definition and Examples
6. Types of Relationships and Their Changing Nature
7. Relationships Detrimental to Well-being
8. Rights and Responsibilities in Relationships
9. Social and Cultural Views Influencing Relationships
10. Individuality within Relationships
11. Impact of Media on Values and Beliefs About Relationships

Physical Fitness and Health Programme

Practical applications for maintaining a healthy body and monitoring physical progress.

1. Assessing Your Physical Fitness and Health
2. Safety Measures in Physical Fitness Activities
3. How to Measure Your Cardiorespiratory Endurance
4. How to Measure Your Flexibility
5. Measuring Muscular Strength and Endurance

Democracy and Human Rights

An exploration of South African governance, the legal system, and the power of the citizen.

1. The Petition Process
2. The Meaning of Governance
3. The Law-Making Process in South Africa
4. The Rule of Law
5. Why Transparency is Necessary in Government
6. The Meaning of Representation
7. The Meaning of Accountability
8. Defining the Constitution
9. Advocacy Campaigns: How to Drive Change
10. The Role of Sport in Nation Building
11. How Sport Supports or Detracts from Nation Building (Participants vs. Spectators)