Pedagogy of School Subject: Mathematics-I

Paper Code: 
24SEDU501A
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Hours: 
Contact Hours (60) + Independent work (40) + Others (20) = Total Hours (120)
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the student to

  1. explain the nature, characteristics and structure of mathematics and its correlation with other areas
  2. identify the processes in mathematics and their importance
  3. judge the content categories in mathematics and illustrate with examples
  4. develop the understanding of the goals, aims and objectives of teaching mathematics at secondary school level
  5.   discuss the role of prospective mathematics teachers as facilitators for effective learning of mathematics

 

 

Course Outcomes: 

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Learning and teaching strategies

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Pedagogy of School Subject: Mathematics -I

(Theory)

CO 37: Constructing proper understanding of meaning, importance, nature, values of Mathematics teaching and correlating it with other disciplines.

CO 38: Improve presentation in classroom teaching by using different skills.

CO 39: Incorporate appropriate teaching learning material for effective classroom interaction

CO 40: Select and use an appropriate teaching method for promoting effective teaching and learning.

CO 41: Prepare students for organized and planned teaching.

CO 42: Contribute effectively in course- specific interaction.

Teaching strategies: Interactive Lecture, Discussion

 

Learning strategies: Self-learning Assignments, Mind mapping

Formative Assessment (30%): Class test- week 6, Assignment (1), Quiz (1), Power point presentation

 

Summative Assessment (70%): Semester end examination

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Foundations of Teaching Mathematics
  • Nature, meaning & importance of mathematics
  • Place & values of teaching mathematics at secondary level
  • Contribution of eminent world and Indian mathematicians: Bhaskaracharya, Aryabhatta, Srinivas Ramanujan, Brahmagupta, Pythagoras and Euclid.
  • General objectives of teaching mathematics at the secondary school stage
  • Correlation of mathematics with other subjects

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Teaching Skills
  • Meaning & importance of Teaching skill
  • Teaching Skills relevant in mathematics
    • Introduction
    • Questioning
    • Blackboard Writing
    • Demonstration
    • Stimulus Variation
    • Reinforcement
    • Probing
    • Illustration with example

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Instructional Materials
  • Meaning and importance of the term instructional materials
  • Guiding principles for the effective use of audio-visual aids
  • Classification of audio-visual aids
  • Teaching aids or instructional material employed in mathematics: Bulletin Board, Flannel Board, Charts, Models, LCD Projector, Smartboard, Smart class

 

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Methods of Mathematics Teaching
  • Lecture Method
  • Demonstration Method
  • Laboratory Method
  • Heuristic Method
  • Inductive & 24DEDUctive Method
  • Project Method
  • Problem Solving Method
  • Analytic & Synthetic Method

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Pedagogical Analysis & Planning in Mathematics
  • Meaning, phases and stages of pedagogical analysis
  • Formulation of instructional objectives in mathematics
  • Planning of lesson in Mathematics
  • Unit Plan in Mathematics
  • Annual plan in Mathematics

Sessional Work (Any One):

  1. Preparation of any one teaching aid
  2. Collection of newspaper clippings related to learning of a unit in mathematics
  3. Demonstration of teaching aid
  4. Preparation of a lesson plan based on any innovative method

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Aggarwal, J.C. (2001). Principles, Methods & Techniques of Teaching (2nd    Ed.). New Delhi: Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.
  • Bhasin, Sonia. (2005). Teaching of Mathematics – A Practical Approach. Mumbai: Himalaya Publishing House.
  • Butler H., Charles & Wren F., Lynwood. (1960). The Teaching of Secondary Mathematics. New York: The Maple Press Company.
  • Ediger, M. & Rao, D.B. (2000). Teaching Mathematics Successfully. New Delhi: Discovery Publishing House.
References: 
  • James, Anice. (2006). Teaching of Mathematics. Hyderabad: Neelkamal Publications Pvt. Ltd.
  • Joyce, B. & Weil. M. & Calhoun, E. (2009). Models of Teaching (8th   Ed.). New Delhi: PHI Learning Private Limited.
  • Kumar, S. & Ratnalikar, D.N. (2003). Teaching of Mathematics. New Delhi: Anmol Publications Pvt. Ltd.
  • Mangal, S.L. (1981). A Text Book on Teaching of Mathematics. Ludhiana: Prakash Brother Educational Publishers.
  • NCERT. (2005). National Curriculum Framework for School Education. New Delhi: NCERT.
  • Rai, B.C. (1991). Methods of Teaching Mathematics. Lucknow: Prakashana Kendra.
  • Sidhu, Kulbir Singh. (1999). The Teaching of Mathematics. Jullundar: Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd

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Academic Year: 
2024-2025
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