wbnsou.ac.in B.Ed. Special Education Question Paper : Netaji Subhas Open University

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Degree : B.Ed. Special Education
Stream : Learning, Teaching and Assessment
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NSOU B.Ed. Special Education Question Paper

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ODL Programme :
Term End (Theoretical) Examination
June – 2017 (2nd Semester)
Paper — A3 :

Learning, Teaching and Assessment

Time : 3 Hours
Full Marks : 100
Weightage of Marks : 80%
** Special credit will be given for accuracy and relevance in the answer. Marks will be deducted for incorrect spelling, untidy work and illegible handwriting. The weightage for each question has been indicated in the margin.

Group – A :
Answer any two of the following :
1. Discuss Thorndike’s theory of learning. How can it be applied in the classroom ? Discuss.
2. Discuss about the stages of learning and teaching.
3. Compare formative and summative evaluation. Differentiate between assessment and measurement. What is Curriculum Based Measurement ?
4. How can the learners of diverse characteristics be assessed ? Discuss the essential features of assessment.

Group – B :
Answer any three of the following : 12×3=36
5. Discuss the main postulates of Vygotsky’s theory.
6. State the definition and factors affecting attention.
7. How teachers can undertake leadership role in school and community ?
8. Discuss briefly the stages in Piaget’s theory.
9. Write briefly on the similarities and differences between assessment, evaluation, text and examination.
10. Critically review the current examination practices on their merits and demerits.

Group – C :
Answer any four of the following : 7×4=28
11. What is meant by Schema in Piaget’s theory ?
12. Explain the two factor theory of intelligence.
13. How is information stored in the long-term memory ?
14. State the importance of documentation and feedback.
15. Briefly explain the system of credit and grading.
16. Write short note on Continuous and Comprehensive evaluation.
17. Importance of sensation & perception in learning.
18. What are the types of items used for assessment items ?

Pedagogy of Teaching Science

Time : 3 Hours
Full Marks : 100
Weightage of Marks : 80%
Special credit will be given for accuracy and relevance in the answer. Marks will be deducted for incorrect spelling, untidy work and illegible handwriting. The weightage for each question has been indicated in the margin.

A. Answer any two questions : 18×2=36
1. What are the different branches of Science ? Discuss the relationship between science and social sciences. Give some examples of sustainable development. 5+9+4=18
2. Discuss the impact of science in the society. Enumerate the roles of science in sustainable development. 10+8=18

3. Describe the steps involved in :
i) Problem solving method.
ii) Process approach.
iii) Project method.
What is common between these three method / approach of teaching. 5+5+5+3=18

4. Define teaching-learning aids. Classify aids based on types of experience. What are the uses of teaching-learning aids ? 3+10+5=18
5. Define :
i) Unit planning.
ii) Lesson planning.
iii) Pedagogical analysis.
Mention the steps of unit planning with examples. 6+6=12

6. Mention the tools for formative and summative assessments. What is the significance of co-scholastic assessments ? 8+4=12

7. Write the significance of :
i) Charts and models.
ii) Science laboratory. 6+6=12

8. Write brief notes on :
i) Aims and objectives of science teaching.
ii) Preparation of diagnostic test. 6+6=12

9. Mention the characteristics of :
i) CRT.
ii) Science text books. 6+6=12
10. What is concept mapping ? Mention the merits & demerits of concept mapping. 4+8=12

C. Answer any four questions : 7×4=28
11. Define action verb. Give examples with reference to educational objectives in the three domains of learning. 1+6=7
12. Mention some of the limitations of direct experience approach and seminar method. 7
13. Describe CAL. 7
14. With the reference to science laboratory comment on the following :
i) Organization of laboratory.
ii) Record keeping. 7

15. Distinguish between demonstration and discussion method of science teaching. 7
16. Mention some characteristics of science as a subject of study. 7
17. Write few lines on ‘global warming’ and ‘global cooling’. 7
18. List some of the values of science as an area of study. 7

Pedagogy of Teaching Mathematics

Time : 3 Hours
Full Marks : 100
Weightage of Marks : 80%
Special credit will be given for accuracy and relevance in the answer. Marks will be deducted for incorrect spelling, untidy work and illegible handwriting. The weightage for each question has been indicated in the margin.

Group – A :
Answer any two of the following :
1. What is the meaning of the word ‘Mathematics’ ? Give a brief account of the nature of Mathematics. Discuss the aims and objectives of teaching Mathematics of the secondary stage. 4+6+8

2. What is meant by Inductive and Deductive method of teaching Mathematics ? Compare the effectiveness of the two methods with examples. How drawing instruments and weighing instruments can be used as learning resources in teaching Mathematics ? 4+8+6

3. What do you mean by ‘Evaluation’ in Mathematics ? Mention tools and techniques for both summative and formative evaluation of larners of class VIII. How teachers and students are benefited from this process ? 4+10+4

4.(a)Find the length of latus rectum, co-ordinates of the centre, distance between foci and equations to the directives of the ellipse 9×2 + 5y2 – 30y = 0. 6

Group – B :
Answer any three of the following : 12×3=36
5.(a) (i) Measurement of three angles of a quadrilateral are and 90º. Find the fourth angle in circular measure.
(b) State the development of Number system. 6
6. Briefly state the contribution of Ramanujam and Euclid on Mathematics.

7. Give the pedagogical analysis of any of the following topic following the objectives of Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy as per instructions.
a) Time and work b) Ratio and proportion c) Conic section.
i) Mentioning class, divide a topic into its subtopics stating the number of periods required.
ii) State different instructional objectives of any subtopic.
iii) Name different necessary teaching aids.
iv) Prepare the table of instruction.
v) Prepare a unit test (Full marks = 10)
vi) Frame two probing questions. 2×6

8. Prepare a detailed plan for teaching Mathematics using ‘Advanced Organizer Model’. 12
9. State the features of Mathematics Laboratory. Mention the equipments of Mathematics Laboratory with their uses. 6+6
10. How can computer and surveying instruments be used in teaching Mathematics to the students with disabilities ? Mention its limitations in both cases. 6+6

Group – C :
Answer any four questions : 7×4=28
11. How co-operative learning and contextual learning can be organized in teaching Mathematics ? Mention the advantages and limitations in both cases. 4+3
12. The diagonals of a rhombus are 8cm and 6cm. Find the length of the sides and the area. 4+3

13. What are the characteristics of project methods ? Mention different steps of project method in teaching Mathematics with examples.

14. Prepare a lesson plan on any one of the following topics indicating the class for which it is intended :
i) Proof of the theorem : Medians of a triangle are concurrent
ii) First lesson on .
iii) First lesson of percentage. 7

15. How will you use the following teaching-learning resources in Mathematis for students with disabilities ?
a) Mathematics club and b) Bulletin boards. 4+3