1)   An educational and pedagogical environment that provides the opportunity to question the relationship between theory and practice:

A) Critical pedagogy

B) Reconstructionist pedagogy

C) Creative pedagogy

D) Constructivist pedagogy

Critical pedagogy is an approach to education that consistently encourages learners to examine, challenge, and question the links between theory and practice, social structures, and their own experiences. Founded largely on the works of Paulo Freire, critical pedagogy urges participants not only to reflect on the content being taught (theory), but also its application and relevance in real-life situations (practice). This approach fosters critical thinking, dialogue, and social justice, urging learners and educators to critique existing knowledge and actively connect academic concepts to societal realities. 

 Ans)  A) Critical pedagogy


2)   Identify the correct statement/s:

The Montessori Method suggests that children learn best in an environment that has been prepared to enable them to do things for themselves.

Montessori was the founder of Kindergarten method

A) 1 only

B) 2 only

C) Both 1 and 2

D) Neither 1 nor 2

Statement 1 is correct: The Montessori Method is built on the principle of a "prepared environment" where children have the independence and resources to choose activities, explore, and learn by doing things for themselves. Maria Montessori emphasized that classroom arrangements and the learning materials should foster self-directed activity, which helps children develop independence and confidence.​

Statement 2 is incorrect: The Kindergarten method was founded by Friedrich Froebel, not Montessori. While Montessori established the Montessori method, which is a distinct educational philosophy, Friedrich Froebel introduced the concept of Kindergarten in Germany in the 19th century.

Ans)  A) 1 only