Kerala University 2001 M.Ed Education Mathematics - Question Paper

Time: two hours Marks:60

ans any 2 ques. from part A, and 6 ques. from part B

Part A
1. elaborate the salient features of student centred teaching? Illustrate this method using a suitable mathematics topic.
2. Outline the psychological theory of learning propogated by Piaget and bring out its impact on Mathematics curriculum construction.
3. choose a major mathematical concept from the secondary school syllabi and develop a lesson transcript, for its instruction subsequent the "Concept Attainment Model of teaching".
4. provide brief description of any 2 research studies on "Mathematical Creativity". elaborate the implications of the findings of such studies for Mathematics Education.


[2x15=30]

Part B
5. Why should children learn Geometry? Justify your ans with examples.
6. Distinguish ranging from slow learners and underachievers in Mathematics. How will you identify them in your classroom?
7. discuss the terms axioms, postulates and theorems with examples.
8. Bring out the importance of attaining mastery in computational skills among school children.
9. elaborate the reasons for introducing modern Mathematics in schools?
10.Explain the term "Formulative Evaluation". Bring out its importance for effective instruction in Mathematics.
11.Should children learn the "Multiplication tables" by heart? Justify your ans.
12.How will you make use of the outcomes of a diagnostic test in Mathematics?

[6x5=30]

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