Question

Which of the following statement are true about the principle of child- centeredness

1. Curriculum should be child-centered
2. .It must be based on the needs, requirements and circumstances of the child.
3. The child needs more experience than instruction.
4. teacher centered curriculum

• A. None of these
• B. ii, iii
• C. i, ii, iii
• D. i only

Answer 1

Answer:

C. i, ii, iii

1. The Principle of Child- Centeredness

• Curriculum should be child-centered .It must be based on the needs, requirements and circumstances of the child.

• The child needs more experience than instruction.

• If we wish our pupils to reveal initiative, co- operation and social responsibility, we should develop these qualities in them by means of meaningful activities appropriate to their stage of psychological development.

• True education can be acquired only through activity and experience .