Model Question Paper Alagappa University www.alagappauniversity.ac.in Distance Education : MPhil Education

[hemalathaijt]

Document Described : Alagappa University
DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.Phil. (Education) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2011.
INSTRUCTIONAL DYNAMICS
(2002-2006 Batch)
Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

http://www.alagappauniversity.ac.in/...9&college_id=2
http://www.alagappauniversity.ac.in/files/question_paper/2-M.Phil%20(Education).doc

PART A — (2 ? 20 = 40 marks)
Answer the following questions in about 750 words each.

1. (a)What are the basic principles of pragmatism? Write the contribution of pragmatic philosophy to education.
Or
(b)What do you mean by systems approach in education? Write its components and relevance in classroom teaching and learning.
2. (a)Describe the salient features of programmed learning. Examine the two types of programmed learning with suitable illustrations.
Or
(b)What is lecture method? Write its merits and demerits. Give your suggestions to make lecture method more effective.

PART B — (3 ? 10 = 30 marks)
Answer any THREE of the following in about 250 words each.

3. What are the contributions of existentialism to higher education?
4. Mention the characteristics of effective teachers and explain the need for teaching styles for effective instruction.
5. What is behavioural model of teaching? Suggest the important features of B.F. Skinner's contingency management model.
6. Write short notes on :
(a)Concept mapping
(b)Hybridization.
7. Differentiate seminars and workshops.

PART C — (5 ? 6 = 30 marks)
Answer any FIVE short answer questions in about 150 words each.

8. Explain group methods of instruction.
9. What are the professional skills and competencies necessary to handle students with learning difficulties?
10. Discuss information processing model.
11. State the role of computer in education. Give your answer with suitable examples.
12. Explain the merits and demerits of team teaching.
13. Examine the importance of advance organizer model.
14. Mention the causes for the professional stress of teachers.
15. Explain panel discussion.