B.Ed/I/CC/103
Professional Course Examination, November 2018
1st Semester
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
Paper 103
Learning and Teaching
Full Marks 60
Pass Marks 24
Time 3 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
Answer any five questions
1. Throw light on the dimensions of differences in learners with reference to
physical, cognitive and sociocultural aspects.
2. Discuss the different principles of teaching. Enumerate the maxims of
teaching. 6+6=12
3. Define the meaning and nature of 'teaching'. Enumerate the different levels
of teaching. 4+8=12
4. Elucidate the nature of good teaching. Discuss the fundamental elements
of model of teaching. 4+8=12
5. What do you mean by 'learning'? Examine the differences between social
cognitive theory and constructivist theory to learning.
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6. What is 'transfer of learning'? Discuss the different types of transfer of
learning. How can transfer of learning be facilitated inside the classroom?

7. What do you understand by professional ethics for teachers? Discuss the
effectiveness of a teacher as facilitator and transmitter of knowledge in
teaching-learning process. 6+6=12
8. Explain the meaning and concept of 'classroom environment'. Discuss
the characteristics and strategies for creating a healthy classroom
environment in educational settings. 4+8=12
9. Write short notes on any two of the following 6×2=12
Basic models of communication
Significance of micro-teaching in development of teaching skills
Role of maturation in effective learning
Behaviouristic approach to teaching