EDUCATION (CBSE/UGC NET)

EDUCATION UGC NET

PRINCIPLE OF TEACHING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Are the following are important maxims of teaching? From simple to complex. From known to unknown. From part to whole.
A
No
B
Yes
C
May be
D
May not be
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -From Known to Unknown: The meaning of ‘from known to unknown’ is that the basis of the pupil’s new knowledge should be his previous knowledge. It is a psychological fact that it becomes very difficult to acquire the new knowledge if it is presented before the pupil at once.

Detailed explanation-2: -Maxims of teaching are short statements like dictum that are treated as general rule of conduct. They are tried and tested principles. They accelerate momentum of teaching learning process and help in achieving success in classroom. They are useful in every learning situations.

Detailed explanation-3: -Maxim of simple to complex: In this maxim the teacher proceeds from simple task or topic to the complex one. Simple things must be taught first and then the complex one. This maxim depends on the interest and initiative of the students.

Detailed explanation-4: -Maxims of teaching: From particular to general: One can not generalize without acquainting oneself with the particulars that lead to generalization. A teacher must always begin with particular items. From direct to indirect: Whatever is to be taught should put straightaway before the learners.

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