Explore topic-wise MCQs in Education and Teaching.

This section includes 25 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Education and Teaching knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

A ________ is a short-term, intensive course for a small group, emphasising problem solving or learning newer techniques.

A. workshop
B. seminar
C. summer school
D. refresher course
Answer» B. seminar
2.

During teaching, a teacher's statements that encourage students to elaborate on an answer, either their own or that of others will be called,

A. Structuring
B. Instructional variety
C. Engagement in the learning process
D. Probing
Answer» E.
3.

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason RAssertion A: It is the responsibility of the teacher to make students active listeners with the help of different interactive techniquesReason R: In teacher-centric communication, students tend to become passive listenersIn light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

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
Answer» B. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
4.

Below are given two Columns. Column- A presents the methods of teaching and Column-B presents the focus of a method. Match the two Columns.Column-A(Methods of Teaching)Column-B(focus of a Method)a) Collaborative Method i) When expertise of teachers are used in teachingb) Co-operative Methodii) When emphasis is given on students as creator of knowledgec) Constructivist Methodiii) When students share different aspects of a learning activityd) Team teachingiv) When students help each other to learnSelect your answer from the options given below:

A. a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv
B. a-iii, b-iv, c-ii, d-i
C. a-iv, b-iii, c-ii, d-i
D. a-ii, b-iv, c-iii, d-i
Answer» D. a-ii, b-iv, c-iii, d-i
5.

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer from the code given below :List – I (Method)List – II(Technique)(a) Lecture(i) Interactive skills(b) Discussion(ii) Presentationskills(c) Seminars(iii) Persuasiveskills(d) Workshops(iv) Guided practice

A. (a) - (iii), (b) - (ii), (c) - (i), (d) - (iv)
B. (a) - (ii), (b) - (i), (c) - (iii), (d) - (iv)
C. (d) - (ii), (b) - (iii), (c) - (i), (a) - (iv)
D. (a) - (iii), (b) - (iv), (c) - (i), (d) - (ii)
Answer» C. (d) - (ii), (b) - (iii), (c) - (i), (a) - (iv)
6.

Match the following methods of teaching with its effective useList AList Ba) Inspire, ignites, stimulates, thinking Reasoning in students 1. Discussionb) Sharing ideas, stimulates thinking together 2. Lecture helpc) Understands others points of view, clarification, Comprehension, new ideas are generated. 3. CollaborationD. Self-learning confidence building, active Participation in discussion. 4. Seminar

A. a - 1, b - 2, c - 3, d - 4
B. a - 2, b - 3, c - 4, d - 1
C. a - 1, b - 4, c - 2, d - 3
D. a - 2, b - 3, c - 1, d - 4
Answer» E.
7.

In the spectrum of teaching methods given below, which are considered dialogic?A. Laboratory workB. DemonstrationC. TutorialsD. Group discussionE. Project workChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

A. C and D only
B. A and B only
C. B and C only
D. D and E only
Answer» B. A and B only
8.

Match the following methods of teaching with their meaning.List– IList – IIa) Oral presentation of information, principles, concepts, ideas about a topic1) Brainstormingb) Sharing experiences, ideas and attitudes2) Projectc) Generating as many ideas without judging them3) Lectured) A whole-hearted purposeful activity proceeding in a social environment4) Collaboration 5) Discussion

A. a - 1, b - 2, c - 3, d - 4
B. a - 3, b - 5, c - 1, d - 2
C. a - 5, b - 4, c - 3, d - 2
D. a - 3, b - 4, c - 1, d - 2
Answer» E.
9.

Microteaching is a technique used for:

A. Teaching small-sized class
B. Teaching in a simulated condition
C. Preparation of teaching in specific teaching skill
D. Teaching difficult concepts
Answer» D. Teaching difficult concepts
10.

​If a triangle is isosceles, then prove that the measure of the opposite angle of the side of equal length is equal.The above problem can be solved with the help of which of the following method?

A. Inductive method
B. Synthesis method
C. Analytical method
D. ​Project method
Answer» C. Analytical method
11.

In the following list, which of them belong to the category of learner-centred approaches?(i) SWAYAM(ii) Computer-aided instruction(iii) MOOCs(iv) Quizzes(v) Buzz-sessionsSelect the correct answer from the options given below:

A. (i) and (iii)
B. (ii) and (iii)
C. (ii) and (iv)
D. (iii) and (v)
Answer» B. (ii) and (iii)
12.

Choose the most appropriate optionWhich one of the following is not correct with regard to free composition?

A. It develops students' imagination
B. It enhances their ability to organise their thoughts
C. It offers them an opportunity to use different structures and lexical items in their writing
D. In it the students work on given ideas
Answer» E.
13.

In _______ method of teaching, teacher use the maxim known as 'specific to general'.

A. Analytical
B. Synthesis
C. Inductive
D. Deductive
Answer» D. Deductive
14.

Application of course-content in day-to-day life is mainly achieved through:

A. Demonstration method
B. Project method
C. Field visit
D. Inquiry method
Answer» C. Field visit
15.

At lower classes play-way method of teaching is based on:-

A. Sociological principles of teaching
B. Theory of physical education programmes
C. Principles of methods of teaching
D. Psychological principles of development and growth
Answer» E.
16.

For a teacher teaching a class with large strength, which of the techniques is best?

A. Self study and asking questions
B. Lecture and class notes
C. Group work with a lecture
D. Debate, discussions, practical
Answer» C. Group work with a lecture
17.

From the list given below, identify those features which relate to an approach to teaching and learning in indirect strategies of teachingA. Engagement in an inquiring processB. Concept-based content presentationC. Gaining attention and informing the learners of the instructional objectiveD. Presenting the stimulus material and stimulating recall of prerequisite learningE. Encouraging students to use references from their own experiencesChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

A. A, B and C only
B. B, C and D only
C. A, B and E only
D. C, D and E only
Answer» D. C, D and E only
18.

Non-traditional teaching and learning strategies lay emphasis oni) Students need-based resource materials and learning standardsii) Developing skills, attitude and valuesiii) Promoting In-Box thinking processiv) Lecture based modelv) Acquiring knowledge necessary to respond creativelySelect your answer from the following options:

A. i, ii and v
B. ii, iii and iv
C. iii, iv and v
D. i, iv and v
Answer» B. ii, iii and iv
19.

If your students are identified as 'Unable but willing' in terms of their performance readiness level, which of the following methods of teaching will be considered appropriate to deal with them?

A. Giving challenging tasks during teaching
B. Providing scope for sharing responsibility and recognition
C. Mentoring and guiding with close supervision
D. Small step presentations with error free tasks and frequent reinforcement
Answer» E.
20.

In order to promote direct learning which of the following methods would be best suited?

A. Project method
B. Team teaching method
C. Lecture with examples
D. Discussion session
Answer» B. Team teaching method
21.

One of the following behaviours is not characteristic of a democratic teacher

A. Try to understand the socio-economic background of his students
B. Affectionate even to poorly performing students
C. Tolerate non-sensical questions from students
D. Tolerate even mischievous and aggressive behaviour of students
Answer» E.
22.

Match List I with List IIList IList IIBehavioralteaching competenciesDescriptionA. InstructingI. Optimizing ‘on task’ and minimizing ‘off task’ activitiesB. CommunicatingII. Watching groups, behaviors, and pace, etc. and reacting quicklyC. ManagingIII. Using methods and activities by the teacher to promote learningD. MonitoringIV. Transmitting thoughts and ideas verbally and non-verballyChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

A. A - I, B - II, C - III, D - IV
B. A - IV, B - III, C - II, D - I
C. A - III, B - IV, C - I, D - II
D. A - I, B - I, C - IV, D - III
Answer» D. A - I, B - I, C - IV, D - III
23.

Given below are two statements:Statement I: The purpose of ICT interventions in classroom teaching is to promote and optimise learning outcomes.Statement II: Most of the on-line methods like Swayam and MOOC's etc. have the potential to become effective supplements to conventional teaching-learning systems.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
Answer» B. Both Statement I and Statement II are false
24.

One of the following is not a component of teaching

A. Consideration of the aims of education
B. Knowledge of theories of learning
C. Knowledge of evaluation
D. Awareness on politics
Answer» E.
25.

Heuristic is a method in which:

A. The teacher leads an inquiry
B. ICT plays an important role
C. The students strive to find out the solution
D. Teaching of values is emphasised
Answer» D. Teaching of values is emphasised