Test Papers / Previous Question Papers of IGNOU ES334 Education and Society ES334 Education and Society June 2006

Time: 3 hours
Maximum Weightage: 70%

Note: (i) All the four questions are compulsory.
(ii) All the questions carry equal weightage.

What are the basic aims of education in a democratic society ? What should be the role of teachers and students in the programme 'Education for All' ? Discuss.

OR

Define Naturalism. What is the contribution of Naturalism in Education ? Discuss various roles of the teacher according to Naturalism.

2. Answer the following question in about 600 words.

How does vocationalisation lead to increase in productivity of the country ? Discuss.

OR

Define wastage and stagnation. Discuss the various innovative strategies to reduce wastage and stagnation.

3. Write short notes on any four of the following in about 150 words each

(i) Socialization and Acculturation

(ii) Recommendations of Yashpal Committee regarding examination reform

(iii) Education as a social sub-system

(iv) Explain Pluralism in the context of the Indian Education System

(v) Globalisation and its impact on education

(vi) Impact of philosophy on the educational system

(vii) impact of dialect and medium of instruction on academic performance of students

4. Answer the following question in about 600 words.

Through your teaching experience you might have felt that the school can create conditions for positive social change in the community. Discuss with your colleagues and prepare a critical report highlighting recommendations to bring about social change in the community.