Pedagogy of School Subject: Mathematics II (Theory)

Paper Code: 
SEDU 601A
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Hours: 
Hours: Contact Hours (60) + Independent work (40) + Others (20) = Total Hours (120)
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives:

On completion of the course the future teacher educators will be able to-

  1. analysis collaborative learning and cooperative learning strategies.

 

  1. develop ICT enabled skills for facilitating learning of mathematics.

 

  1. develop skill in assessing mathematics learning.

 

  1. identify prospective mathematics teachers as reflective practitioners.

 

Course Outcomes (COs):

 

Course

Course Outcome

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment strategies

Paper Code

Paper Title

 

 

CO 55: Select            use            of

Teaching

Formative Assessment

 

 

instructional                            support

strategies:

(30%): Class test- week

SEDU

Pedagogy of

system       in                 teaching

Interactive

6, Assignment (1), Quiz

601A

School Subject:

Mathematics II

learning process.

CO 56: Construct, apply and

Lecture,

Explanation,

(2), Power point

presentation

 

 

administer                     achievement

Tutorial

Summative

 

 

tests   for          evaluation          of

Learning

Assessment (70%):

 

 

learning outcomes.

strategies:

Semester end

 

 

CO 57:                          Organize

Self-learning

examination

 

 

co-curricular activities to

Assignments,

 

 

 

develop scientific attitude

Learning by

 

 

 

among the learners.

practice, Handouts

 

 

 

CO 58: Compile

 

 

 

 

teaching-learning

 

 

 

 

resources for a variety of

 

 

 

 

purposes and audiences

 

 

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Curriculum of Mathematics
  • Curriculum: meaning & concept of curriculum, need & importance of curriculum, principles of curriculum construction.
  • Critical appraisal of existing mathematics curriculum at the secondary/senior secondary level prescribed by Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan & Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi.
  • Practical work in mathematics.

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Instructional Support System

·       Text-book: meaning and importance of mathematics text-book, criteria for evaluation of mathematics text-book.

·       Journal, magazine & reference books on mathematics.

·       Mathematics lab: meaning and importance of mathematics laboratory, equipment, apparatus and other items for mathematics laboratory, maintenance of laboratory equipment and records.

Academic & professional qualities of a good mathematics teacher

12.00
Unit III: 
Innovations in Teaching of Mathematics
  • Models of mathematics teaching: Concept Attainment and Inquiry Training Model.
  • Techniques of teaching mathematics - Team Teaching, Programmed Instruction, Computer Assisted Instruction, Concept Mapping, Brain Storming, Role play & Simulation.

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Resources & Activities in Mathematics
  • Co-curricular Activities – meaning, importance, guiding principles for the organization of co-curricular activities.
  • Organization of co- curricular activities related to mathematics: Excursions or field trip, Exhibition, Mathematics Association & Work Book.
  • Requirement & availability of local resources.

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Evaluation in Mathematics
  • Meaning & objectives of evaluation.
  • Importance, purposes & steps of evaluation process.
  • Difference between evaluation & measurement.
  • Types of evaluation.

 

  • Techniques of evaluation.
  • Preparation of blue print.
  • Development of achievement test.
  • Critical analysis of present examination system.

Sessional Work (Any One):

  1. Preparation and construction of an achievement test based on any unit

 

  1. Preparation of 10 frames of linear or branching type programmes on any topic of mathematics

 

  1. Visiting a mathematics lab in a school and present a report

 

  1. Group puzzles activity

 

Essential Readings: 
  • NCERT (2012). Pedagogy of Mathematics, Textbook for Two Year B.Ed. Course. New Delhi: NCERT.
  • Mishra, L. (2008). Teaching of Mathematics. New Delhi: A.P.H. Publishing Corporation.
  • Chambers Paul (2010). Teaching Mathematics- Developing as a Reflective Secondary Teacher. New Delhi: Sage South Asia Ed.
  • Mangal, S.K. (1993). Teaching of Mathematics. New Delhi: Arya Book Depot.
  • Chaddha and Aggrawal (1998). The Teaching of Mathematics. Ludhiana: Dhanpat Rai & Sons.
  • Sunitha, E.; Rao, S.R. and Rao, D.B. (2006). Methods of Teaching Mathematics. New Delhi: Discovery Publishing House.

 

References: 
  • 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.

 

  • 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.

 

Academic Year: 
2023-2024
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