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CTET Paper-I Syllabus 2024

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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!