Question

Introducing abstract material before concrete can lead to :

• A. Better understanding and conceptual development
• B. Mastery in understanding of concept
• C. Rote memorization and vague understanding of Concepts
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Rote memorization and vague understanding of Concepts

Maxims of Teaching

• Maxims of teaching are general psychological principles which serve as a rule or track or guide line in the process of teaching.

• The teacher of Social Science needs to be familiar with well-known maxims related to instructional methodology, as that will enable him, to make the process of learning easier for the pupils.

MAIN MAXIMS OF TEACHING

1. From simple to complex

2. From known to unknown

3. From indefinite to definite

4. From concrete to abstract

5. From analysis to synthesis

6. From particular to general

7. From psychological to logical

8. From induction to deduction

9. From whole to part

10. From empirical to rationale