Mohammed Kheidher University of Biskra
Faculty of Arts & Languages Last Name: …………………………………………………
English Studies Branch First Name: ………………………………………………….
(Module) TEFL/ Didactics (01/25/2012 at 12:00 pm) Grade: Master’s 1 Group: /___/___/ Hall Room:M:
First Term Examination Paper in TEFL
Section One: Let us Find Out (6/6)
Task One: Are the following statements true or false? Write (T) or (F) in the space provided. (2/2)
- _____ . Pedagogical aids exclusively refer to the materials that teachers use to facilitate learning.
- _____ . Rousseau was the first writer who produced an illustrated bookOrbis Sensulium Pictus.
- _____ . Montessori favored natural environment and authenticity of equipment to engage learners with special needs.
- _____ . Pestalozzi was influenced by Rousseau’s ideas. He advanced the Object Theory, which is based on sense perception.
Task Two: Compare and contrast between the following pairs. (4/4)
- Piaget vs. Vygotsky: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- Johann H. Pestalozzi vs. Maria Montessori: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- Erasmus vs. Comenius: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
- Erasmus vs. Rousseau: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Section Two: Let us Analyze (8/8)
Butler University, Indianapolis, IN (USA) has set some conduct rules for students to honor. Readthe passage all while focusing on what seems to disrupt the effective classroom instruction from their perspective.
The classroom is a special environment in which students and faculty come together to promote learning and growth. It is essential to this learning environment that respect for the rights of others seeking to learn, respect for the professionalism of the instructor, and the general goals of academic freedom are maintained. Occasionally, faculty members find that they cannot provide effective classroom instruction because of disruptions. Examples of disruptive behaviors include: loud or prolonged side conversations; exaggerated movement of papers, books, or other materials; use of disruptive mechanical devices (e.g., pagers, cell phones); repeatedly leaving class early or coming to class late; and unnecessary or repetitive questions or comments which seek to delay the normal instructional process. Classroom behavior, such as this, that seriously interferes with the instructor's ability to conduct the class or the ability of other students to benefit from the instruction need not be tolerated. A student engaging in such behavior may be subject to disciplinary action. Butler University considers discipline an educational tool used to educate students to the acceptable standard of behavior for the community
Task Two: Answer the questions from the passage using your own words.
1. Why is the classroom a special place at Butler University? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
2. What is expected from staff (i.e, teachers or faculty) and students inside the class? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. What kind of behavior does it seem to disrupt the smooth running of the class? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
4. How is discipline perceived at Butler University? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Section Three: Let us Say (and Write) our Piece (7/7)
In what way can pedagogical aids help reduce disruptive behavior (i.e., classroom misconduct)? Discuss.
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