ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

(Department of Secondary Teacher Education)

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Course: Teacher Education in Pakistan (8626) Semester: Spring, 2022
Level: B.Ed. (1.5 Year)
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(AD, BS, BEd, MA/MSc, MEd, MPhil and PhD) (ODL Mode)
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Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

Assignment No.1
(Units: 1-4)
Q.1 Discuss the instructional responsibilities of a teacher. Highlight the role of
teacher as 'Nation Builder'. (20)
    -1
Q.2 Explain the Quranic concept of Teacher Education. According to Islamic
perspective which methods of teaching should be used? (20)
          -2
 
Q.3 Critically analyze the role of pre-service and in-service training in the
professional development of a teacher. (20)
        -3
  
Q.4 Discuss the prevailing structure of Teacher Education in the country. What
measures should be taken for its improvement? (20)

      -4


Q.5 Explicate the concept of Student (Practice) Teaching by focusing al the sequential
steps of pre-service training. (20)
     

 -5

Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

Assignment No.2
(Units: 5-9)
Q.1 Discuss the role of Allama Iqbal Open University as provider of teacher
education in the country. How has it reorganized Teacher Education. (20)
        -1
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  
Q.2 Differentiate between discussion method and lecture method. Which method is
appropriate for large class size and why? (20)
    -2
Q.3 How does technology help in enhancing creativity in learners and making them
independent thankers? (20)
          -3
 
Q.4 Compare the teacher education programs of developed and developing countries.
(20)
          -4
Q.5 Critically analyse the use of reflective practices for the professional growth of a
teacher. (20)
  reflective   -5