Question 31: According to Legans, which is NOT a characteristic of an adult trainer?
Option A. Respect for individuals who are to be helped in learning
Option B. Actively engaging people in the learning process
Option C. Providing opportunities for the practical application of what has been learned
Option D. Teaching by ways of forceful pressure in learning or by fear
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
A good adult trainer does not force or coerce learners by fear or pressure. Respect, active engagement, and practical application are central to effective adult training.
Question 32: Assertion (A): Teacher confidence with ICT remains an important issue.
Reason (R): ICT will not become mainstream practice in institutions if it punishes creativity and independence.
Choose the most appropriate answer:
Option A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
Option B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
Option C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
Option D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
While teacher confidence with ICT is an important issue, the reason provided (“ICT punishes creativity”) does not fully explain the teacher’s lack of confidence. They are both correct statements in their own right but not in a direct cause-effect way.
Question 33: Match List – I with List – II:
List – I
(A) Factual questions
(B) Practical based questions
(C) Questioning one’s own practices
(D) Comparing and Contrasting
List – II
(I) Reflection
(II) Analysis
(III) Memory
(IV) Application
Choose the correct answer:
Option A. (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)
Option B. (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
Option C. (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
Option D. (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
- Factual questions mainly test Memory → (A)-(III).
- Practical-based questions test Application → (B)-(IV).
- Questioning your own practices involves Reflection → (C)-(I).
- Comparing and contrasting involves Analysis → (D)-(II).
Question 34: Statement I: Inquiry-based learning improves the reasoning and argumentation skills of students.
Statement II: Inquiry-based learning is used to achieve higher cognitive competencies and communication skills.
Choose the most appropriate answer:
Option A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
Option B. Both Statement I and Statement II are false
Option C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false
Option D. Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Inquiry-based learning indeed fosters higher-order thinking, including reasoning, argumentation, and communication skills, making both statements true.
Question 35: Pedagogy involves the organic relation between ________ and ________.
Option A. Thoughts and Action
Option B. Preparation and Presentation
Option C. Assessment and Evaluation
Option D. Curriculum and Teaching
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Pedagogy is fundamentally about the relationship between what is to be taught (curriculum) and how it is taught (teaching).
Question 36: (A) Simulation (SBME) technique improves students’ communication skills.
(B) Simulation improves decision-making skills of students.
(C) Simulation lacks evidence-based strategies.
(D) Simulation is a non-effective tool for assessment of students.
(E) Simulation is a self-directed learning strategy.
Choose the correct answer:
- (A) and (B) Only
- (C) and (B) Only
- (A), (B), (C), and (D) Only
- (E) Only
Correct Answer: (A) and (B) Only
Explanation:
Simulations do help build communication and decision-making skills. They often include evidence-based strategies, can be effective for assessment, and can support self-directed learning (though that last detail depends on context). Therefore, (C) and (D) are incorrect statements.
Question 37: Some of the barriers to effective communication are:
(A) Use of jargons and slangs
(B) Easy construction of sentences
(C) Stereotyping
(D) Emotions as a hindrance
(E) Simple Language
Choose the correct answer:
Option A. (A), (B), (C) Only
Option B. (B), (C), (D) Only
Option C. (A), (C), (D) Only
Option D. (A), (D), (E) Only
Correct Answer: (A), (C), (D) Only
Explanation:
- Use of jargons/slangs can be a communication barrier.
- Stereotyping can block open communication.
- Emotions can hinder clear reception or transmission.
“Easy construction of sentences” and “Simple Language” typically improve communication rather than create barriers.
Question 38: Which of the following is not a characteristic of adult learners?
Option A. They are highly teacher dependent.
Option B. They take ownership of their learning.
Option C. They are keen to apply what they learn to real-life issues and problems.
Option D. They are usually internally motivated.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Adult learners are generally less teacher-dependent; they prefer autonomy and self-direction. The other options describe typical adult learner characteristics.
Question 39: Assertion (A): The most striking innovation in the field of education technology is the use of computers.
Reason (R): The main objective of computer-assisted instruction is to provide the needed flexibility for individualizing the education process.
Choose the most appropriate answer:
Option A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
Option B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
Option C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
Option D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Computers in education (especially CAI) indeed allow for flexible, individualized instruction, which directly explains their role as a major innovation.
Question 40: “The character is the bundle of habits” – Who stated this?
Option A. Dumvile
Option B. Boevheim
Option C. Mc Doutall
Option D. Samuel Smiles
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Samuel Smiles is credited with the statement describing character as a “bundle of habits.”
Question 41: Which principle of learning is emphasized while using ICT for assessment?
Option A. Principle of own time
Option B. Principle of own pace
Option C. Both principles of own time and own pace
Option D. Principle of own time but not own pace
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
When ICT is used for assessment, learners can often choose both when to undertake tasks and proceed at their own pace.
Question 42: Match List – I with List – II:
List – I (Types of classrooms)
(A) Inclusive classroom
(B) Disciplined classroom
(C) Technology integrated classroom
(D) Reflective practices
List – II (Example)
(I) Students actively involved in teaching-learning
(II) Thinking/evaluating regular teaching-learning
(III) Respect for every student
(IV) Using educational apps
Choose the correct answer:
- (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
- (A)-(III), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
- (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
- (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
Correct Answer: 2
Explanation:
- Inclusive classroom → (A)-(III): Respects all students’ diversity.
- Disciplined classroom → (B)-(II): Thinking/evaluating T-L processes to maintain order.
- Tech integrated → (C)-(IV): Using educational apps.
- Reflective practices → (D)-(I): Students (and teachers) actively involved in reflecting on teaching-learning.
Question 43: Assertion (A): There may be some students who always ask you to repeat what you said or go slower, as they come from a different language background.
Reason (R): Such students typically enjoy harassing the teacher.
Choose the most appropriate answer:
Option A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
Option B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
Option C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
Option D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Students asking for repetition or slower pace due to language issues is common and valid (Assertion is correct). It does not imply they are harassing the teacher (Reason is incorrect).
Question 44: Match List – I with List – II:
List – I
(A) Malcolm Knowles
(B) Stephen Lieb
(C) Liegans Paul
(D) Hall D.M.
List – II
(I) Described guidelines for adult trainers
(II) Described critical elements of adult learning including motivation and reinforcement
(III) Described responsibilities of adult trainers including Facilitator and Harmonizer
(IV) Introduced the concept “Andragogy”
Choose the correct answer:
Option A. (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
Option B. (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)
Option C. (A)-(IV), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)
Option D. (A)-(IV), (B)-(II), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
- Malcolm Knowles → introduced “Andragogy” (A)-(IV).
- Stephen Lieb → described critical elements of adult learning (B)-(II).
- Liegans Paul → responsibilities of adult trainers (C)-(III).
- Hall D.M. → guidelines for adult trainers (D)-(I).
Question 45: Indicate which of the following are true with regard to communication:
(A) Communication requires at least two people.
(B) Communication is a one-way process.
(C) Newspapers are an example of mass communication.
(D) Classroom discussions are not counted as “real” communication.
(E) It is important for the teacher to always lead communication in class.
Choose the correct answer:
Option A. (B) and (C) Only
Option B. (E) Only
Option C. (A) and (C) Only
Option D. (C) and (E) Only
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
- (A) Communication by definition involves at least two people (sender/receiver).
- (C) Newspapers are a form of mass communication.
Statements (B), (D), and (E) are not universally true (communication can be two-way, classroom discussions are real communication, and the teacher does not have to “always lead”).
