MCQs of Education

1101. ..........is used to achieve cognitive and affective objectives?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Project method.

Exam Relevance: SAT, ACT, AP Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The project method is an educational approach that involves students in a hands-on, active learning process to achieve cognitive and affective objectives.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the project method with other teaching methods like the lecture or recitation methods, which are more focused on cognitive objectives rather than affective ones.

Explanations: The project method is designed to engage students in practical, real-world tasks that require them to apply knowledge and skills. This method not only enhances cognitive skills such as problem-solving and critical thinking but also fosters affective skills like teamwork, communication, and self-motivation. Therefore, it is well-suited for achieving both cognitive and affective objectives.

Option Analysis:

Option A: The recitation method primarily focuses on cognitive objectives through memorization and repetition, not affective objectives.
Option B: The project method involves active learning and practical application, making it suitable for both cognitive and affective objectives.
Option C: The lecture method is mainly used for cognitive objectives through direct instruction and is less effective for affective objectives.
Option D: While all methods have their uses, only the project method is specifically designed to achieve both cognitive and affective objectives.

1102. "The individual develops through the head, the heart and the hand" this was the educational philosophy of

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Pestalozzi.

Exam Relevance: AP European History, IB History, SAT Subject Tests

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The educational philosophy that emphasizes development through the head (intellect), the heart (emotion), and the hand (manual skills) is attributed to Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Pestalozzi's philosophy with that of other educational reformers like Froebel, who also emphasized holistic development but with a different focus.

Explanations: Pestalozzi believed in a holistic approach to education, where the intellect, emotions, and practical skills are all developed in harmony. This philosophy is encapsulated in the phrase "the individual develops through the head, the heart, and the hand." Pestalozzi's approach aimed to nurture the whole child, ensuring that intellectual, emotional, and physical development were all given equal importance.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Herbart is known for his emphasis on pedagogy and the psychology of learning, but not specifically for the holistic development through the head, heart, and hand.
Option B: Comenius is recognized for his work on educational reform and the concept of universal education, but not for the specific philosophy of development through the head, heart, and hand.
Option C: Pestalozzi's educational philosophy is centered around the holistic development of the individual, encompassing intellectual, emotional, and practical skills.
Option D: Froebel is known for his contributions to early childhood education and the establishment of kindergartens, but his philosophy does not specifically align with the head, heart, and hand concept.

Mnemonic: Pestalozzi's Head-Heart-Hand

1103. Which one of the following statements is not correct about the University Grants Commission (UGC)?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) It receives funds from State Governments in respect of State Universities.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The University Grants Commission (UGC) is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament in 1956. It is responsible for promoting and coordinating higher education in India. The UGC receives funds from the Central Government, both as Plan and Non-Plan funds, but it does not receive funds directly from State Governments for State Universities.

Common Mistakes: A common misunderstanding is that the UGC receives funds from State Governments for State Universities, similar to how it receives funds from the Central Government.

Explanations: The UGC is primarily funded by the Central Government. It does not receive funds directly from State Governments for State Universities. The UGC's role is to provide guidelines and standards for higher education, and it does not have a direct financial relationship with State Governments for State Universities.

Option Analysis:

Option A: This statement is correct as the UGC was indeed established in 1956 by an Act of Parliament.
Option B: This statement is correct as the UGC is tasked with promoting and coordinating higher education.
Option C: This statement is correct as the UGC does receive Plan and Non-Plan funds from the Central Government.
Option D: This statement is incorrect as the UGC does not receive funds from State Governments in respect of State Universities.

Mnemonic: UGC-CG, not SG (UGC-Central Government, not State Government)

1104. Plato believed that talent and intelligence are

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Not distributed genetically.

Exam Relevance: Philosophy exams, Classics exams, Ancient Greek philosophy exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Plato's philosophy on talent and intelligence does not support the idea that these traits are genetically distributed.

Common Mistakes: Students may mistakenly believe that Plato's views align with modern genetic theories of intelligence.

Explanations: Plato believed in the theory of forms and the idea that knowledge is innate and can be recollected. He did not attribute talent and intelligence to genetic distribution but rather to the inherent nature of the soul and the ability to recollect knowledge from a prior existence. This aligns with his philosophical stance that true knowledge is not acquired through sensory experience but through the recollection of the soul's prior knowledge.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect because Plato did not believe in genetic distribution of talent and intelligence.
Option B: Incorrect because Plato's views do not focus on gender distribution of talent and intelligence.
Option C: Correct because Plato's philosophy does not support the idea that talent and intelligence are genetically distributed.
Option D: Incorrect because Plato's views do not specifically address gender distribution of talent and intelligence.

1105. A working hypothesis is

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) A provisionally accepted hypothesis for further research.

Exam Relevance: GRE, MCAT, GMAT

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: A working hypothesis is a tentative explanation that guides further investigation and research.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse a working hypothesis with a proven scientific theory or a hypothesis that does not require testing.

Explanations: A working hypothesis is a hypothesis that is provisionally accepted as a basis for further research. It is not a final or proven theory but rather a starting point that can be tested and refined through further investigation. This provisional acceptance allows researchers to explore and gather evidence to support or refute the hypothesis.

Option Analysis:

Option A: A working hypothesis is not a scientific theory, which is a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world, based on a body of facts that have been repeatedly confirmed through observation and experimentation.
Option B: A working hypothesis must be tested to determine its validity and to refine or reject it based on empirical evidence.
Option C: A working hypothesis is not a proven hypothesis; it is a tentative explanation that requires further testing and validation.
Option D: This is the correct answer as a working hypothesis is a provisionally accepted hypothesis for further research.

1106. As per NCTE norms, what should be the pattern of teaching staff for a unit of 100 students at B. Ed. level?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) 1 + 7.

Exam Relevance: NCTE exams, B. Ed. entrance exams, Teacher Education exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The NCTE (National Council for Teacher Education) norms specify the required teaching staff pattern for B. Ed. programs.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the specific ratio with other educational levels or programs.

Explanations: According to NCTE norms, for a unit of 100 students at the B. Ed. level, the teaching staff pattern should be 1 + 7. This means there should be 1 full-time faculty member and 7 part-time faculty members to ensure adequate teaching and supervision.

Option Analysis:

Option A: 1 + 5 is incorrect as it does not meet the NCTE norms for B. Ed. level.
Option B: 1 + 6 is incorrect as it does not meet the NCTE norms for B. Ed. level.
Option C: 1 + 7 is correct as it aligns with the NCTE norms for B. Ed. level.
Option D: 1 + 9 is incorrect as it exceeds the NCTE norms for B. Ed. level.

Mnemonic: NCTE: 1 + 7, B. Ed. fit.

1107. Which of the following items of information are important about students to motivate them for studies?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) All of the above.

Exam Relevance: AP Psychology, IB Psychology, SAT Subject Tests

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Understanding students' personality, learning style, and socio-cultural background is crucial for effective motivation in studies.

Common Mistakes: Students may overlook the importance of socio-cultural background in motivating students.

Explanations: Personality influences how students respond to different motivational strategies. Learning style affects how students absorb and process information, making tailored approaches necessary. Socio-cultural background shapes students' values, beliefs, and experiences, which can impact their motivation. Therefore, all these factors are important for motivating students effectively.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Personality is important as it affects how students respond to different motivational strategies.
Option B: Learning style is important as it affects how students absorb and process information.
Option C: Socio-cultural background is important as it shapes students' values, beliefs, and experiences, impacting their motivation.
Option D: All of the above are important for motivating students effectively.

1108. Stanford Binet Scale measures the following attribute of an individual :

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Intelligence.

Exam Relevance: GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Stanford-Binet Scale is a standardized test designed to measure intelligence, specifically cognitive abilities and reasoning skills.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the Stanford-Binet Scale with other psychological assessments that measure different attributes such as personality or creativity.

Explanations: The Stanford-Binet Scale is specifically designed to measure intelligence, which encompasses cognitive abilities and reasoning skills. It is not intended to assess personality traits, creativity, or specific aptitudes. Therefore, the correct answer is intelligence.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Personality is not measured by the Stanford-Binet Scale.
Option B: Intelligence is the attribute measured by the Stanford-Binet Scale.
Option C: Creativity is not measured by the Stanford-Binet Scale.
Option D: Aptitude is not the primary focus of the Stanford-Binet Scale.

Mnemonic: SBI - Stanford Binet Intelligence

1109. Which of the following philosophies held that 'Men in the world feel lonely and anxious, being unsure of their meaning and fearful of their annihilation' ?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Existentialism.

Exam Relevance: Philosophy exams, Humanities exams, Existentialism courses

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Existentialism is a philosophical movement that emphasizes individual freedom, choice, and existence. It often explores themes of anxiety, loneliness, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent universe.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse existentialism with other philosophical movements that also deal with human existence, such as Marxism or Idealism, but these do not focus on the same themes of existential angst and the search for personal meaning.

Explanations: Existentialism focuses on the individual's experience of existence, often characterized by feelings of loneliness and anxiety. It addresses the human condition, where individuals grapple with the meaning of life and the fear of their own annihilation. This aligns with the statement that "Men in the world feel lonely and anxious, being unsure of their meaning and fearful of their annihilation."

Option Analysis:

Option A: Marxism focuses on economic and social structures, not existential angst.
Option B: Idealism emphasizes the primacy of ideas and mental concepts over physical reality, not existential themes.
Option C: Pragmatism is concerned with practical consequences and utility, not existential concerns.
Option D: Existentialism directly addresses the themes of existential angst and the search for meaning.

Mnemonic: E for Existentialism, E for Existence, E for Emptiness.

1110. " Things as they are and as they are likely to be encountered in life rather than words" was the slogan of the

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Realists.

Exam Relevance: GRE, GMAT, LSAT

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Realists focus on practical, observable aspects of reality, emphasizing what is tangible and directly experienced.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Realists with Pragmatists, as both emphasize practicality, but Realists specifically focus on observable reality.

Explanations: Realists prioritize observable and tangible aspects of reality, aligning with the slogan "Things as they are and as they are likely to be encountered in life rather than words." This emphasizes a focus on practical, real-world experiences over abstract or theoretical concepts.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Idealists focus on abstract ideas and ideals, not practical reality.
Option B: Pragmatists focus on practical outcomes and consequences, but not necessarily on observable reality.
Option C: Realists focus on observable and tangible aspects of reality, matching the slogan.
Option D: Existentialists focus on individual existence and freedom, not necessarily on observable reality.

Mnemonic: Realists: Real, Real World

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6 thoughts on “MCQs of Education - Set 111”

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JITENDRA KUMAR SETHI April 23, 2020
Better question
vijay April 26, 2020
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