CTET Paper-II Syllabus 2024

CTET Paper-II Syllabus 2024

CTET Paper 2 Syllabus 2024
Subjects/ Topics	Questions	Marks
I. Child Development and Pedagogy	30	30
II. Language I (compulsory)	30	30
III. Language II (compulsory)	30	30
IV. A. Mathematics & Science or  B. Social Studies & Social Science	30 + 30	60
	60	60

 

I. Child Development and Pedagogy (30 Questions):

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

• Concept of Development and its Relationship with Learning:
• Understanding the interconnectedness of developmental stages and the learning process.
• Principles of Child Development:
• Exploring fundamental principles that govern the growth and maturation of children.
• Influence of Heredity & Environment:
• Examining the impact of genetic factors and environmental influences on a child's development.
• Socialization Processes:
• Analyzing the role of the social world, including teachers, parents, and peers, in shaping a child's behavior.
• Theories of Development:
• Delving into the perspectives of Piaget, Kohlberg, and Vygotsky, and critically evaluating their constructs.
• Child-Centered and Progressive Education:
• Understanding the concepts of child-centric and progressive educational approaches.
• Multi-Dimensional Intelligence:
• Exploring the various facets of intelligence beyond traditional measures.
• Gender as a Social Construct:
• Examining gender roles, biases, and their implications for educational practices.
• Assessment and Evaluation:
• Distinguishing between assessment for learning and assessment of learning, including school-based assessment and continuous comprehensive evaluation.

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

• Addressing Diverse Learners:
• Strategies for catering to learners from varied backgrounds, including the disadvantaged and deprived.
• Inclusive Education:
• Ensuring accessibility and support for learners with learning difficulties and special needs.
• Talented, Creative, Specially Abled Learners:
• Recognizing and addressing the unique needs of students with exceptional abilities.

c) Learning and Pedagogy (10 Questions):

• Processes of Teaching and Learning:
• Understanding how children think, learn, and the reasons behind academic challenges.
• Social Context of Learning:
• Recognizing learning as a social activity and considering the societal influences.
• Child as a Problem Solver:
• Emphasizing the role of the child as a critical thinker and problem solver.
• Cognition, Emotions, and Motivation:
• Exploring the psychological aspects of learning, including cognition, emotions, and motivation.
• Factors Contributing to Learning:
• Identifying personal and environmental factors that contribute to the learning process.

 

 

II. Language I (30 Questions):

a) Language Comprehension (15 Questions):

• Reading Unseen Passages:
• Analyzing prose, drama, and poetry with questions on comprehension, inference, grammar, and verbal ability.

b) Pedagogy of Language Development (15 Questions):

• Principles of Language Teaching:
• Understanding foundational principles of language instruction.
• Role of Grammar in Communication:
• Critically assessing the role of grammar in verbal and written communication.
• Language Skills Evaluation:
• Assessing comprehension and proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Teaching-Learning Materials:
• Exploring the use of textbooks, multimedia resources, and multilingual tools in the classroom.
• Remedial Teaching:
• Strategies for addressing language difficulties, errors, and disorders.

 

III. Language II (30 Questions):

a) Comprehension (15 Questions):

• Unseen Prose Passages:
• Comprehending discursive, literary, narrative, or scientific passages with questions on grammar and verbal ability.

b) Pedagogy of Language Development (15 Questions):

• Principles of Language Teaching:
• Reiterating foundational principles of language instruction.
• Role of Grammar in Communication:
• Further exploring the significance of grammar in effective communication.
• Language Skills Evaluation:
• Assessing comprehension and proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Teaching-Learning Materials:
• Leveraging textbooks, multimedia resources, and multilingual tools for effective language instruction.
• Remedial Teaching:
• Addressing language difficulties, errors, and disorders through targeted teaching strategies.

 

IV. (A) Mathematics and Science (60 Questions):

(i) Mathematics (30 Questions):

a) Content (20 Questions):

• Number System:
• Comprehensive coverage of number theory and operations.
• Algebra:
• Introduction to algebraic concepts and applications.
• Geometry:
• Understanding basic geometric ideas in two and three dimensions.
• Mensuration:
• Exploring measurement concepts and calculations.
• Data Handling:
• Analyzing and interpreting data.

b) Pedagogical Issues (10 Questions):

• Nature of Mathematics:
• Understanding the essence and logic of mathematical thinking.
• Place of Mathematics in Curriculum:
• Considering the role of mathematics in the overall curriculum.
• Community Mathematics:
• Relating mathematical concepts to real-world applications.
• Evaluation and Remedial Teaching:
• Strategies for assessing learning outcomes and addressing challenges in mathematical understanding.

 

(ii) Science (30 Questions):

a) Content (20 Questions):

• Food:
• Understanding sources and components of food, and principles of nutrition.
• Materials:
• Exploring materials of daily use and their properties.
• The World of the Living:
• Concepts related to living organisms and ecosystems.
• Moving Things, People, and Ideas:
• Understanding transportation, human movement, and communication.
• How Things Work:
• Basics of electricity, circuits, magnets, and natural phenomena.
• Natural Resources:
• Exploration of Earth's resources and conservation principles.

 

b) Pedagogical Issues (10 Questions):

• Nature and Structure of Sciences:
• Understanding the characteristics and structure of scientific knowledge.
• Approaches to Teaching Science:
• Integrating approaches for effective science instruction.
• Observation, Experimentation, and Discovery:
• Promoting scientific inquiry and discovery-based learning.
• Evaluation in Science Education:
• Assessing cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains in science education.
• Problems and Remedial Teaching:
• Addressing challenges in science education and strategies for remediation.

 

V. Social Studies/Social Sciences (60 Questions):

I. History (20 Questions):

• A comprehensive examination of historical events, societies, and civilizations.
• Coverage of key topics such as the earliest societies, political developments, cultural changes, and post-independence India.

 

II. Geography (10 Questions):

• Understanding geography as both a social study and a science.
• Exploring topics such as the planet Earth, the environment, resources, and human settlement.

 

III. Social and Political Life (10 Questions):

• Analysis of social and political aspects, including diversity, government structures, and social justice.
• Emphasis on concepts like democracy, local government, media, and constitutional principles.

 

b) Pedagogical Issues (20 Questions):

• Concept & Nature of Social Science/Social Studies:
• Understanding the interdisciplinary nature and objectives of social science.
• Classroom Processes and Activities:
• Strategies for engaging students and facilitating discourse in the classroom.
• Critical Thinking Development:
• Encouraging the development of critical thinking skills among students.
• Enquiry/Empirical Evidence:
• Emphasizing the importance of evidence-based learning and inquiry.
• Problem-Solving Approaches:
• Addressing challenges in teaching social sciences and problem-solving strategies.
• Sources – Primary & Secondary:
• Recognizing and utilizing primary and secondary sources for effective teaching.
• Project Work and Evaluation:
• Incorporating project-based learning and assessing student performance.

This detailed breakdown aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the CTET Paper-II syllabus, covering essential topics in child development, language proficiency, mathematics, science, and social studies. Candidates are advised to use this as a guide and refer to official CTET resources for the most up-to-date information. Best of luck in your preparation!