Course-VII (B) (1.3.7B)
Pedagogy of Science (Part-II)
Unit I: Pedagogical Analysis:
l Concepts and Methods of Pedagogical Analysis;
l The Pedagogical knowledge of the content from various classes (Class VI to VIII, IX-X,XI- XII) on the following items :
l Breaking of Unit into Sub-unit with no. of Periods;
l Previous knowledge;
l Instructional Objectives in behavioural terms;
l Sub-unit wise concepts
l Teaching- Learning Strategies
l Use of teaching aids
l Blueprint for criterion reference test Items.
Unit II: Science Teacher:
l Qualifications and qualities of Science Teachers
l Professional growth of Science Teacher
Unit III: Teaching skills:
l Micro-teaching
l Simulated Teaching.
l Teaching in classroom situation
l Laboratory practical based demonstration skill.
Unit IV: Assessment of Science Learning:
l Concept of assessment and evaluation;
l Concepts of Achievement Test and Identification of Test Items under various criterion like knowledge, understanding and application and skill.
l Construction of achievement tests and their administration.
l Preparation of a continuous and comprehensive evaluation plan for a particular class (VI to XII).
Unit V: Practicum & Activities in Science:
l Importance of science activities
l Planning & Organization of field trip, project work, science quiz, excursion, science exhibition, science fair, aquarium, bird watching etc.
l Formation and activities of Science club in school.
Engagement with Field / Practicum:
Any one of the following—
l One Pedagogical Analysis (Newly Added)
l Survey of science laboratory in a school
l Evolving suitable technique(s) to evaluate laboratory work
l Visit to Community Science Centre, Nature Park and Science City
l One Achievement Test Construction
l Conducting of Action Research for selected problems
* Community-based Activities
(vide details at the end of Semester-III syllabus)
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