Test Papers / Previous Question Papers of Indira Gandhi National Open University CTE3 Teaching Strategies June 2002

CERTIFICATE IN TEACHING OF ENGLISH
Term-End Examination

CTE-3 : TEACHING STRATEGIES

Time: 2 hours
Maximum Marks: 100

June, 2002

1. Write short notes of about 150 words on any four of the following : (20)

(i) Evaluating course materials
(ii) Scanning and skimming
(iii) Pronunciation teaching
(iv) Language games
(v) Structural syllabus
(vi) Use of supplementary Readers in language teaching.

2. Today's language class is an activity based class. What different roles is a teacher supposed to play in such a class? Elaborate with examples. (20)
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2. Self monitoring helps in effective handling of a class rather than monitoring by outsiders.-Discuss. (20)

3. Differentiate between extensive ad intensive listening skills. What different kinds of materials can you use for teaching listening to your students. (10+10)
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3. What are the characteristics of reading ? What are their implications for classroom instruction ? - Discuss. (10+10)

4. What different activities can a teacher organize to create situations for interaction in the class ? Elaborate with examples. (20)
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4. What are the characteristics of spoken language ? How does the awareness of these features facilitate language learning? (12+8)

5. Bring out differences between different approaches to teaching writing. (20)
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5. Why is the writing skill a neglected skill in Indian classrooms? (20)

6. What are the different approaches to teaching grammar ? Which approach would you choose for your students ? And why? (12+8)
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6. Is a text book really required for teaching language? Justify your opinion. (20)

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