Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) 2008-1st Sem M.Ed Education DGREE ,, I- THERETICAL FOUNDATION OF - Question Paper

MAHATMA GANDHI UNIVERSITY
M.Ed. DGREE EXAMINATION, JULY 2008
First Semester
Paper I- THERETICAL FOUNDATION OF EDUCATION
(Regular/Supplementary)

Part A
ans any 2 ques..
every ques. carries 20 marks

1. In what ways 1 reconcile the various views expressed on the concept of knowledge. elaborate the implications of these views for education.
2. What do you understand by naturalism in education? explain the important points of view of this movement and state the later tendencies of education that grew of it.
3. With special reference to the post independent period in India attempt a critical estimate of the statement "Education is an investment".
4. What is Women Empowerment? explain the different constraints in imparting women education in India. define the role of Kudumbasree programmes in Kerala with respect to women empowerment?
(2 x 20 = 40 marks)

Part B
ans any twelve ques..
every ques. carries five marks.
5. What is axiology? elaborate the 2 divisions of axiology? How are they related to education?
6. define the 5 Noble truth of Buddhism and their implication for education.
7. Mention the aims and ideals of education as exemplified in Upanishads.
8. Illustrate how pragmatic tendencies are reflected in the educational practices of India today.
9. Bring out the similarities in the educational thoughts of Rousseau and Tagore.
10. What is the philosophical justification for introducing SUPW as a part of school curriculum.
11. Point out the ways in which vocational education differ from liberal education. Illustrate with examples.
12. Distinguish ranging from Westernisation and Modernisation.
13. define the role of teachers in bringing about democratic socialism in India.
14. What is the place of the school in the scheme of social reconstruction? Can it accept the sole responsibility for the re-making of society?
15. How can you give equality of educational opportunities in your state? Do you think the introduction of SSA (Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan) will help in this situation.
16. List the suggestions made by Prakash Committee regarding the teaching of moral and religious values in educational institution.
17. What is the message of Ivan Illich in deschooling society?
18. define the nee and importance of Human Rights education in the LPG era.
19. Write short notes on the following:
(a) Bolsa Escola
(b) Voucher system of schooling

20. Enumerate the recommendations of NEP (1986) on value education.
(12 x five = 60 marks)

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