UGC NET Teaching Aptitude Quiz No - 1

Teaching Aptitude Quiz

Test your knowledge with these 25 questions on teaching aptitude. Select the best answer for each question.

1. Which of the following best describes the nature of teaching? (2017)

a) A process of imparting knowledge
b) A dynamic interaction between teacher and students
c) A one-way transmission of information
d) A rigid adherence to curriculum

2. Teaching is effective when it is: (2018)

a) Teacher-centered
b) Student-centered
c) Curriculum-centered
d) Examination-centered

3. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of good teaching? (2019)

a) Encouraging critical thinking
b) Promoting rote memorization
c) Fostering creativity
d) Adapting to learners' needs

4. The primary role of a teacher is to: (2020)

a) Complete the syllabus on time
b) Facilitate learning
c) Maintain discipline
d) Evaluate students strictly

5. Teaching is considered a profession because it: (2021)

a) Guarantees high salary
b) Requires specialized knowledge and training
c) Is governed by government rules
d) Is an easy job

6. Which of the following is a characteristic of adult learners? (2017)

a) Dependence on the teacher
b) Self-directed learning
c) Preference for rote learning
d) Lack of prior experience

7. A teacher can motivate students by: (2018)

a) Giving excessive homework
b) Encouraging competition
c) Providing positive reinforcement
d) Ignoring their doubts

8. Which factor does NOT affect learning motivation? (2019)

a) Interest in the subject
b) Fear of failure
c) Teacher's personality
d) Weather conditions

9. Inclusive education refers to: (2020)

a) Teaching only gifted students
b) Catering to students with disabilities along with regular students
c) Focusing on urban students only
d) Excluding slow learners

10. Which learning style involves learning through hands-on experience? (2021)

a) Visual
b) Auditory
c) Kinesthetic
d) Reading/Writing

11. Which teaching method encourages maximum student participation? (2017)

a) Lecture method
b) Demonstration method
c) Discussion method
d) Assignment method

12. The Socratic method of teaching involves: (2018)

a) Giving direct instructions
b) Asking probing questions
c) Using multimedia tools
d) Conducting experiments

13. Flipped classroom refers to: (2019)

a) Students learning at home via videos and discussing in class
b) Traditional lecture-based teaching
c) Only online learning
d) Unstructured learning

14. Which method is best for teaching scientific concepts? (2020)

a) Storytelling
b) Experimentation
c) Memorization
d) Dictation

15. Cooperative learning emphasizes: (2021)

a) Individual performance
b) Group collaboration
c) Teacher dominance
d) Passive learning

16. Formative assessment is used to: (2017)

a) Grade students at the end of the term
b) Provide feedback during learning
c) Rank students competitively
d) Replace summative assessment

17. Which is NOT a tool for formative assessment? (2018)

a) Quizzes
b) Projects
c) Term-end exams
d) Class discussions

18. Criterion-referenced testing compares a student's performance with: (2019)

a) Other students
b) A predefined standard
c) Teacher's expectations
d) Past performance

19. Peer assessment helps in: (2020)

a) Reducing teacher's workload
b) Developing critical evaluation skills
c) Encouraging favoritism
d) Eliminating exams

20. Which type of question is best for assessing higher-order thinking? (2021)

a) True/False
b) Multiple-choice
c) Essay-type
d) Fill in the blanks

21. Effective classroom communication involves: (2017)

a) One-way lecture
b) Active listening
c) Ignoring student queries
d) Strict discipline

22. Which is a barrier to effective communication in the classroom? (2018)

a) Use of simple language
b) Cultural differences
c) Encouraging questions
d) Positive reinforcement

23. A teacher's nonverbal communication includes: (2019)

a) Only written notes
b) Body language and gestures
c) Loud voice
d) Punishments

24. Which strategy helps in managing a disruptive class? (2020)

a) Ignoring misbehavior
b) Establishing clear rules
c) Yelling at students
d) Giving excessive homework

25. Assertive discipline refers to: (2021)

a) Being authoritarian
b) Balancing firmness and fairness
c) Allowing complete freedom
d) Punishing severely

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