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BACHELOR OF EDUCATION

Term-End Examination

June, 2009

ES-341: TEACHING OF SCIENCE

Time: 3 hours                                                                           Maximum Weightage: 70%

Note:   (i) All questions are compulsory,

(ii) All questions carry equal weightage.

1. Answer the following question in about 600 words:

What is scientific attitude? What are its essential characteristics? How can it be developed in students through the teaching - learning of science in our secondary schools?

OR

Explain the statement 'To learn science is to do science, there is no other way of learning science'. In the light of the above statement, examine the present system of teaching - learning of science in our secondary schools. Suggest modifications for improving the situation.

2. Answer the following question in about 600 words:

Identify the main teaching points, formulate corresponding objectives in behavioral terms and explain teaching - learning process that you will follow while teaching any ONE of the following topics at secondary level:

(u) Refraction of light

(b) Nitrogen cycle

3. Write notes on any five of the following in about 120 words each:

(a) Scientific method

(b) Need of a science laboratory

(c) Evaluation as a tool f or improving instruction

(d) Chemical reactions

(u) Teaching of Electromagnetic Induction

(f) Teaching of Allotropes

(g) Teaching of Food-borne diseases

(h) Pollution

4. What are the objectives of Practical Examination in Science subjects? To what extent they are being achieved in our secondary schools? Give your suggestions to improve the present system.