Year 1 Course 4
Pedagogy of Credits
Semester II Mathematics Course Code SOE 02 02 07 DCEC3104
After the completion of the course the pupil-teachers are expected
Learning
to:
Outcomes
depict the meaning, nature, aims and objectives of learning
Mathematics
select the best suitable teaching-learning strategy for various
concepts of
explore, use and develop learning resources of Mathematics
describe and use appropriate evaluation techniques
improve competences as a skilled teacher
Course Content
Unit -1 Perspectives of Mathematics
Meaning, Nature and Values of Mathematics.
History of Indian Mathematics.
Shulva-Sutras, Assumptions, Axioms, Postulates and Theorems
Coexistence of Precision & Beauty in Mathematics
Unit -2 Basics for Teaching Mathematics
Aims and Objectives of Teaching Mathematics: Selection,
Categorization and Writing in Behavioural Terms.
Resources of Teaching Mathematics Including ICT
Preparation of Audio Visual Material and Equipment
Professional Growth and Development: Meaning, Types, Need
and Resources
Unit -3 Pedagogical Interventions
Methods of Teaching: Inductive-Deductive, Analytic-Synthetic,
Problem Solving, Activity Method, drama and Story Telling,
Gaming Method
Techniques of Teaching Mathematics: Shruti, Written, Abhyasa,
Self-Study, Supervised Study, Sravana, Manana, Nididhyasana
Pedagogical Analysis: Concept and Steps
Innovative Teaching Strategies: Integrated Learning,
Recreational Activities and Joyful Learning
Unit -4 Lesson Planning and Evaluation
Micro-Teaching Skills: Introduction, Questioning, Illustration
with Examples, Stimulation Variation, Using Chalk Board
Approaches of Lesson Planning: Herbert, Construction, ICT
Based, RCEM Approach, Activity Based Approach
Evaluation Tools: Meaning, Types, Need and Uses and Errors
and Misconception in Mathematics
Construction of Achievement Test
Practicum Suggestive Practicum (Any one)
Construction of Mathematical Working and Non-Working
Methods
Preparation of Teaching Learning Material
Establishment and Use of Mathematics Laboratory
Construction of an Achievement Test
Preparation of One ICT Based Lesson Plan
Preparation of Unit Plan
Organizing and Reporting a ‘Mathematics Fair’
Any Other Project Assigned by HEI.
Transaction Lecture cum discussion, project-based method, problem solving
Strategies method, experiential learning, art integrated learning, sports integrated
learning, field trips, ICT integrated learning, interactive methods such
as group discussions, peer tutoring, workshops, observations, and
presentations.
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Suggested and Prepared by:
1. Dr. Ritu Bala, Assistant Professor in Pedagogy of Mathematics,
Department of Teacher Education, Central University of Haryana
2. Dr. Mahendar Kakkerla, Assistant Professor in Pedagogy of
Mathematics, Department of Teacher Education, Central University
of Haryana
