Frequently Asked Questions on Writing Each Language Exam and How to Prepare Using AVBOB Step 12
Helping learners with each language exam and how to prepare effectively starts with the right resources, which AVBOB Step 12 offers as Examination Preparation Guides. As a teacher, guiding students through their last months is challenging, especially when they struggle with structure, time management, and question analysis.
AVBOB Step 12 provides free CAPS-aligned study guides and video resources to support your classroom lessons during this critical year, simplifying exam readiness and ensuring students approach their language papers more confidently.
Using Study Guides for Each Exam and How to Prepare Today
Your role as a matric educator is one of the most important in ensuring learners are fully equipped for their exams. AVBOB Step 12’s Examination Preparation Guides are designed to support teachers and students by breaking down essential tips for each exam and how to prepare. These guides help educators structure revision lessons while also giving learners clear steps to effectively set them up for success in their final papers – and their bright futures.
Common Questions We Receive from Educators
Since our successful launch, AVBOB Step 12 has received many questions from teachers and parents about what the Examination Preparation Guides entail, so we will answer a few here:
• What is AVBOB Step 12?
AVBOB Step 12 is a collection of free Examination Preparation Guides for Grade 12 teachers and learners. These guides are available in all 11 official languages and are structured to support Home Language and First Additional Language learners. They follow the Department of Basic Education’s curriculum and provide support for Paper 1, Paper 2, and Paper 3.
• Are They CAPS-Aligned?
Yes! The AVBOB Step 12 guides are fully aligned with the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) and are endorsed by the Department of Basic Education. They complement classroom teaching and ensure learners approach exams with a solid understanding of what is required.
• Do The Guides Offer Anything New?
Definitely! They go beyond summaries by providing exam strategies, common mistakes to avoid, and tips for tackling each question, which helps learners improve their final marks.
• Are the Guides Meant to Replace the Curriculum?
No, these guides are not a replacement for the matric curriculum. Instead, they serve as a supporting resource to help learners and teachers refine their approach to exams. While completing their syllabus in the classroom, students can use the guides to strengthen their understanding of exam structure and question requirements.
• Are the Guides Aimed at Learners or Teachers?
Both! Teachers can use them to guide revision lessons, while learners can use them to practise independently. Even parents and peers can use the guides to assist learners in studying for their exams.
View Our FAQ Videos in All Official South African Languages
To make exam preparation even more accessible, AVBOB Step 12 now offers FAQ videos answering the most common questions about how to prepare for an exam. These videos are available in Afrikaans, English, isiNdebele, isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, Siswati, Tshivenda, and Xitsonga. Each language has four videos covering essential tips for using the guides and writing exams.
Start studying with the right tools today! On our zero-rated website, you can download your free Examination Preparation Guides and access the FAQ videos. Quality tips for each exam and how to prepare can make a significant difference – so get your guides today and take the first step toward matric success!