Teaching-Aptitude

Question 1

Which of the following types of assessment is conducted periodically with an eye on standards?

A
Formative assessment
B
Summative assessment
C
Portfolio assessment
D
Performance assessment
Teaching-AptitudeEvaluation-SystemUGC-NET Dec 2019 Part-1
Question 2

Which of the following are classroom related factors that influence effectiveness of teaching?

    (a) Prior task related behavior of students
    (b) Adherence to linear pattern of communication by the teacher
    (c) Socio-economic status of the family to which learners belong
    (d) Inappropriate use of technological resources by the teacher
    (e) Cultural background of students

Choose your answer from the following options:

A
(a), (b) and (c)
B
(b), (c) and (d)
C
(a), (b) and (d)
D
(c), (d) and (e)
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Question 3

Which of the learning outcomes are intended in teaching organized at understanding level?

A
Longer recall and retention of facts
B
Seeking of relationships and patterns among facts
C
Creative construction and critical interpretation of ideas
D
Mastery of facts and information
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Question 4

In which of the following types of learning materials, the presentations are highly structured and individualized?

A
Textbooks prescribed by the universities
B
Journals and the articles recommended for readings
C
Writings of great thinkers selected for reflective readings
D
Programmed instructional and modular learning materials
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Question 5

Which of the following statements differentiate teaching from learning?

    (a) Teaching is a social act while learning is a personal act
    (b) Teaching implies learning
    (c) Teaching is like selling while learning is like buying
    (d) Teaching can occur without learning taking place
    (e) In teaching, influence is directed towards learning and learner, while in learning it is usually towards oneself.

Choose the correct answer from the following options:

A
(a), (c) and (e)
B
(a), (b) and (c)
C
(b), (e) and (d)
D
(c), (d) and (e)
Teaching-AptitudeNature-of-TeachingUGC-NET Dec 2019 Part-1
Question 6
Which of the following teacher competency belongs to the domain of personality and attitude?
A
Locus of control and self-efficiency
B
Managing and Monitoring
C
Planning and instructing
D
Personalising and contextualizing
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Question 7
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Indirect instruction is an approach to teaching and learning in which the process is inquiry, the content involves concept and the context is a problem.
Statement II: In NRT test data tell us about a student's level of proficiency in mastery of some skills or set of skills.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
B
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
C
Statement I is correct but Statement II is false
D
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true
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Question 8
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Interactive and multimedia systems provide for a new culture of teaching and learning.
Statement II: Virtual classrooms convert students into senseless humanoids.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
B
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
C
Statement I is correct but Statement II is false
D
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true
Teaching-AptitudeStatement-Based-Teaching-And-LearningUGC NET November 2020 Paper-1
Question 9
In which level of teaching, the teacher’s role is more active rather than being interactive?
A
Memory level
B
Understanding level
C
Reflective level
D
Autonomous development level
Teaching-AptitudeLevels-of-TeachingUGC NET November 2020 Paper-1
Question 10
Identify the teaching strategies which are employed during indirect instruction:
A) Emphasizing direct and indirect exemplars
B) Presenting the stimulus material
C) Inquiry based question-answer session
D) Presenting, asking and providing feedback
E) Promoting problem solving approach
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A
(A), (B) and (C) only
B
(B), (C) and (D) only
C
(C), (D) and (E) only
D
(A), (C) and (E) only
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Question 11
Which of the following is the best method of teaching?
A
To impart knowledge to students
B
To ask students to self-learn from books.
C
To start a discussion and encourage students to participate in it.
D
To ask students to go to the library.
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Question 12
A prediction of relationships involving theoretical constructs is known as:
A
Operational hypothesis
B
General Hypothesis
C
Non-directional hypothesis
D
Conceptual hypothesis
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Question 13
The post-test only control group design avoids:
A
Non Cooperative participants
B
Sensitization of participants
C
Group Comparison
D
Experimental treatment
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Question 14
Questions constructed in such a manner that suggest an expected answer are identified as:
A
Main questions
B
Meta questions
C
Lead questions
D
Suggestive questions
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Question 15
Which of the following are the cause of plateau associated with learning curve?
A. Lack of balance among various phases of a complex skill
B. Shifting of attention from one phase of performance to another
C. Fatigue and boredom
D. Positive interest and incentive.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A
A, B and C only
B
A and D only
C
B, C and D
D
A, B, C and D only
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Question 16
Which of the following is a Group-centered method of teaching learning?
A
Providing lecture notes
B
Team -teaching
C
Demonstration method
D
Brainstorming
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Question 17
Which of the following levels of Bloom's taxonomy is achieved by rote learning?
A
Remembering
B
Applying
C
Analyzing
D
Understanding
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Question 18
Match List I with List II
List I List II
A) Learning is an organization of behaviour I) Guilford
B) Learning is the change in behaviour resulting from behaviour. II) Skinner
C) Learning is selecting the appropriate response and connecting with the stimulus III) Garret
D) Learning is a process of progressive behaviour adaption IV) Thorndike
A
A-(I),B-(III),C-(II),D-(IV)
B
A-(IV),B-(III),C-(II),D-(I)
C
A-(III),B-(IV),C-(I),D-(II)
D
A-(III),B-(I),C-(IV),D-(II)
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Question 19
In order to develop students holistically a teacher should emphasise on
A
subject knowledge only
B
remedial classes for slow learners
C
explain the concept well
D
outcome based education along with value education
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Question 20
Responses to open ended questions are  
A
Quantifiable
B
Realistic
C
Subjective
D
Imitative
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Question 21
If a parent approaches the teacher to do some favour to his/her ward in the examination, the teacher should
A
try to help him
B
ask him not to talk in those terms
C
refuse politely and firmly
D
ask him rudely to go away
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Question 22
In a lively classroom situation, there is likely to be
A
occasional roars of laughter
B
complete silence
C
frequent teacher-student dialogue
D
loud discussion among students
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Question 23
Which one of the following is appropriate in respect of teacher student relationship?
A
Very informal and intimate
B
Limited to classroom only
C
Cordial and respectful
D
Indifferent
Teaching-AptitudeTeacher-Leaner-Relationship2010 December UGC NET Paper 1
Question 24
The academic performance of students can be improved if parents are encouraged to
A
supervise the work of their wards
B
arrange for extra tuition
C
remain unconcerned about it
D
interact with teachers frequently
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Question 25
The most important quality of a good teacher is
A
Sound knowledge of subject matter
B
Good communication skills
C
Concern for students’ welfare
D
Effective leadership qualities
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Question 26
Below are given statements pertaining to evaluation systems. Identify those which correctly explain them.
(i) Criterion-Referenced Testing (CRT) focuses on a delimited domain of learning tasks.
(ii) Norm-Referenced Testing (NRT) requires a clearly defined group.
(iii) Formative tests are given at the end of a course.
(iv) Both Norm-Referenced Testing (NRT) and Criterion-Referenced Testing (CRT) use the same type of test items.
(v) Summative tests are used regularly during teaching transactions.
(vi) Mastery tests are examples of Norm-Referenced Testing.
A
(i), (ii) and (iii)
B
(i), (ii) and (iv)
C
(iv), (v) and (vi)
D
(ii), (v) and (vi)
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Question 27
In the list given below, identify those key teaching behaviours which have been observed to be contributive to effectiveness.
(i) Lesson clarity
(ii) Probing
(iii) Teacher-task orientation
(iv) Student success rate
(v) Instructional variety
(vi) Using student ideas
A
(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
B
(iii), (iv), (v) and (vi)
C
(i), (iii), (iv) and (v)
D
(ii), (iii), (v) and (vi)
Teaching-AptitudeNature-of-Teaching2018 July 22 NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 28
From the following list of statements, select those which indicate the characteristics and basic requirements of teaching.
(i) Teaching implies communication.
(ii) Teaching is like selling goods.
(iii) Teaching means managing and monitoring.
(iv) Teaching implies influencing others.
(v) Teaching requires convincing others.
(vi) There can be no teaching without infrastructural support.
A
(i), (iii) and (iv)
B
(i), (ii) and (iii)
C
(iv), (v) and (vi)
D
(ii), (v) and (vi)
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Question 29
What is the purpose underlying the use of teaching aids?
A
To make the lessons interesting
B
To capture the students’ attention
C
To enhance access to technological resources
D
To optimise learning outcomes
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Question 30
In the two lists given below, List I provides the list of teaching methods, while List II indicates the factors helpful in rendering them effective. Match the two lists and choose the correct answer from the code given below.
A
(iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
B
(i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
C
(ii) (iii) (iv) (v)
D
(iii) (i) (ii) (iv)
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Question 31
Assertion (A): Formative evaluation tends to accelerate the pace of learning.
Reason (R): As against summative evaluation, formative evaluation is highly reliable.
Choose the correct answer from the following code:
A
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C
(A) is true, but (R) is false.
D
(A) is false, but (R) is true.
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Question 32
Which of the following set of statements represents acceptable propositions in respect of teaching-learning relationships?
Choose the correct code to indicate your answer.
(i) When students fail in a test, it is the teacher who fails.
(ii) Every teaching must aim at ensuring learning.
(iii) There can be teaching without learning taking place.
(iv) There can be no learning without teaching.
(v) A teacher teaches but learns also.
(vi) Real learning implies rote learning.
A
(ii), (iii), (iv) and (v)
B
(i), (ii), (iii) and (v)
C
(iii), (iv), (v) and (vi)
D
(i), (ii), (v) and (vi)
Teaching-AptitudeNature-of-Teaching2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 33
In which teaching method learner's participation is made optimal and proactive?
A
Discussion method
B
Buzz session method
C
Brainstorming session method
D
Project method
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Question 34
One of the most powerful factors affecting teaching effectiveness is related to the
A
Social system of the country
B
Economic status of the society
C
Prevailing political system
D
Educational system
Teaching-AptitudeFactors-Affecting-Teaching2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 35
Effectiveness of teaching has to be judged in terms of
A
Course coverage
B
Students' interest
C
Learning outcomes of students
D
Use of teaching aids in the classroom
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Question 36
The purpose of value education is best served by focusing on
A
Cultural practices prevailing in the society.
B
Norms of conduct laid down by a social group.
C
Concern for human values.
D
Religious and moral practices and instructions.
Teaching-AptitudeObjectives-of-Teaching2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 37
Assertion (A): Learning is a lifelong process.
Reason (R): Learning to be useful must be linked with life processes.
A
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C
(A) is true, but (R) is false.
D
(A) is false, but (R) is true.
Teaching-AptitudeLearner\'s-Characteristics2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 37 Explanation: 
Question 38
Among the following propositions two are related in such a way that they cannot both be true but can both be false. Select the code that states those two propositions.
Propositions:
(a) Every student is attentive.
(b) Some students are attentive.
(c) Students are never attentive.
(d) Some students are not attentive.
A
(a) and (b)
B
(a) and (c)
C
(b) and (c)
D
(c) and (d)
Teaching-AptitudeLearner\'s-Characteristics2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 38 Explanation: 
Some students may attentive (or) not attentive both are true remaining two statements are false. Answer:- B
Question 39
Given below are two premises ((a) and (b)). From those two premises four conclusions (i),(ii), (iii) & (iv) are drawn. Select the code that states the conclusions validly drawn from the premises (taking singly or jointly.)
Premises:
(a) Untouchability is a curse.
(b) All hot pans are untouchable.
Conclusions:
(i) All hot pans are curse.
(ii) Some untouchable things are hot pans.
(iii) All curses are untouchability.
(iv) Some curses are untouchability.
A
(i) and (ii)
B
(ii) and (iii)
C
(iii) and (iv)
D
(ii) and (iv)
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Question 39 Explanation: 
Question 40
If two standard form categorical propositions with the same subject and predicate are related in such a manner that if one is undetermined the other must be undetermined, what is their relation?
A
Contrary
B
Subcontrary
C
Contradictory
D
Sub-altern
Teaching-AptitudeFactors-Affecting-Teaching2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 41
If the statement 'None but the brave wins the race' is false which of the following statements can be claimed to be true?
A
All brave persons win the race.
B
Some persons who win the race are not brave.
C
Some persons who win the race are brave.
D
No person who wins the race is brave.
Teaching-AptitudeEvaluation-System2017 January NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 41 Explanation: 
From the given argument option B is the most suitable answer.
Question 42
A party was held in which a grandmother, father, mother, four sons, their wives and one son and two daughters to each of the sons were present. The number of females present in the party is:
A
12
B
14
C
18
D
24
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Question 43
P and Q are brothers. R and S are sisters. The son of P is brother of S. Q is related to R as:
A
Son
B
Brother
C
Uncle
D
Father
Teaching-AptitudeTeacher\'s-Characteristics2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 44
In a classroom, a communicator’s trust level is determined by:
A
The use of hyperbole
B
The change of voice level
C
The use of abstract concepts
D
Eye contact
Teaching-AptitudeMethods-of-Teaching2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 45
Aspects of the voice, other than the speech are known as:
A
Physical language
B
Personal language
C
Para language
D
Delivery language
Teaching-AptitudeEvaluation-System2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 46
Every type of communication is affected by its:
A
Reception
B
Transmission
C
Non-regulation
D
Context
Teaching-AptitudeLevels-of-Teaching2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 47
Attitudes, actions and appearances in the context of classroom communication are considered as:
A
Verbal
B
Non-verbal
C
Impersonal
D
Irrational
Teaching-AptitudeEvaluation-System2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 48
The main objectives of student evaluation of teachers are:
(a) To gather information about student weaknesses.
(b) To make teachers take teaching seriously.
(c) To help teachers adopt innovative methods of teaching.
(d) To identify the areas of further improvement in teacher traits.
A
(a) and (b) only
B
(b), (c) and (d) only
C
(a), (b) and (c) only
D
(a) only
Teaching-AptitudeEvaluation-System2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 49
As Chairman of an independent commission on education, Jacques Delors report to UNESCO was titled
A
International Commission on Education Report
B
Millennium Development Report
C
Learning: The Treasure Within
D
World Declaration on Education for All
Teaching-AptitudeTeaching-Theory2015 December NTA UGC NET Paper 1
Question 50
What are required for good teaching?
(a) Diagnosis
(b) Remedy
(c) Direction
(d) Feedback
A
(a), (b), (c) and (d)
B
(a) and (b)
C
(b), (c) and (d)
D
(c) and (d)
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