CTET Paper-I Syllabus 2024

CTET Paper-I Syllabus 2024

CTET Paper 1 Syllabus 2024
Subjects/ Topics	Questions	Marks
I. Child Development and Pedagogy	30	30
II. Language – I	30	30
III. Language – II	30	30
IV. Mathematics	30	30
V. Environmental Studies	30	30

 

I. Child Development and Pedagogy (30 Questions):

 

a) Child Development (Primary School Child - 15 Questions):

1.     Concept of Development and its Relationship with Learning:

·         Understanding the interplay between development and learning.

2.     Principles of Child Development:

·         Examining foundational principles governing children's growth.

3.     Influence of Heredity & Environment:

·         Analyzing the impact of genetics and the environment on child development.

4.     Socialization Processes:

·         Investigating the role of the social world in shaping children's behavior.

5.     Theories of Development:

·         Delving into Piaget, Kohlberg, and Vygotsky, with critical perspectives.

6.     Child-Centered and Progressive Education:

·         Understanding concepts of child-centric and progressive education.

7.     Multi-Dimensional Intelligence:

·         Exploring intelligence beyond conventional measures.

8.     Gender as a Social Construct:

·         Examining gender roles, biases, and their influence on education.

9.     Individual Differences among Learners:

·         Understanding diversity in language, caste, gender, religion, etc.

10.                        Assessment and Evaluation:

·         Distinguishing between assessment for learning and assessment of learning.

 

b) Concept of Inclusive Education and Understanding Children with Special Needs (5 Questions):

• Addressing Diverse Learners:
• Strategies for inclusive education for diverse backgrounds.
• Children with Special Needs:
• Meeting the needs of learners with difficulties and impairments.
• Talented, Creative, Specially Abled Learners:
• Recognizing and addressing the unique needs of exceptional students.

 

c) Learning and Pedagogy (10 Questions):

• Cognitive Processes:
• How children think, learn, and reasons for academic challenges.
• Social Context of Learning:
• Learning as a social activity within various contexts.
• Child as a Problem Solver:
• Fostering problem-solving skills and a scientific investigative mindset.
• Alternative Conceptions of Learning:
• Recognizing errors as significant steps in the learning process.
• Cognition, Emotions, and Motivation:
• Exploring psychological aspects influencing learning.
• Factors Contributing to Learning:
• Personal and environmental factors affecting the learning process.

 

II. Language I (30 Questions):

a) Language Comprehension (15 Questions):

• Reading Unseen Passages:
• Analyzing prose, drama, and poetry for comprehension, inference, and grammar.

b) Pedagogy of Language Development (15 Questions):

• Language Acquisition:
• Principles of language teaching and learning.
• Role of Listening and Speaking:
• Function of language as a tool for communication.
• Critical Perspective on Grammar:
• Evaluating the role of grammar in verbal and written communication.
• Challenges in a Diverse Classroom:
• Addressing language difficulties, errors, and disorders.
• Language Skills Evaluation:
• Assessing comprehension and proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Teaching-Learning Materials:
• Effective use of textbooks, multimedia resources, and multilingual tools.
• Remedial Teaching:
• Strategies for addressing language challenges.

 

III. Language II (30 Questions):

a) Comprehension (15 Questions):

• Unseen Prose Passages:
• Comprehending diverse passages with questions on grammar and verbal ability.

b) Pedagogy of Language Development (15 Questions):

• Learning and Acquisition:
• Principles of language teaching and learning.
• Role of Listening and Speaking:
• Function of language as a tool for communication.
• Critical Perspective on Grammar:
• The role of grammar in verbal and written communication.
• Challenges in a Diverse Classroom:
• Addressing language difficulties, errors, and disorders.
• Language Skills Evaluation:
• Assessing comprehension and proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Teaching-Learning Materials:
• Effective use of textbooks, multimedia resources, and multilingual tools.
• Remedial Teaching:
• Strategies for addressing language challenges.

 

IV. Mathematics (30 Questions):

a) Content (15 Questions):

• Geometry:
• Shapes, spatial understanding, and solids around us.
• Numbers:
• Understanding addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Measurement:
• Concepts of weight, time, volume, and data handling.
• Patterns and Money:
• Recognizing patterns and understanding currency.

 

b) Pedagogical Issues (15 Questions):

• Nature of Mathematics:
• Logical thinking and understanding children's reasoning patterns.
• Place of Mathematics in Curriculum:
• Integrating mathematics into the overall curriculum.
• Community Mathematics:
• Applying mathematics to real-world situations.
• Evaluation and Remedial Teaching:
• Assessing learning outcomes and addressing challenges.

 

V. Environmental Studies (30 Questions):

a) Content (15 Questions):

I. Family and Friends:

• Relationships, work and play, animals, plants. II. Food, Shelter, Water, Travel:
• Exploration of basic needs and daily life. III. Things We Make and Do:
• Understanding activities and creations.

b) Pedagogical Issues (15 Questions):

• Concept and Scope of EVS:
• Significance and integration of Environmental Studies (EVS).
• Environmental Studies & Environmental Education:
• Learning principles, scope, and relation to science and social science.
• Approaches of Presenting Concepts:
• Varied methods of presenting environmental concepts.
• Activities and Experimentation:
• Hands-on activities, practical work, and experimentation.
• Discussion and Teaching Aids:
• Facilitating discussions and utilizing teaching materials.
• CCE (Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation):
• Strategies for continuous assessment and evaluation.
• Problems in EVS Teaching:
• Addressing challenges and implementing remedial teaching.

This detailed syllabus provides an in-depth understanding of the CTET Paper-I for the Primary Stage, covering key aspects of child development, language proficiency, mathematics, and environmental studies. Candidates are encouraged to use this as a comprehensive guide and refer to official CTET resources for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Best of luck in your preparation!