Universally Applicable English Literature

POORNIMA T THATHAMMAL Poornima

Course overview This course provides the foundational theoretical framework for teaching physical science in the secondary school context. It aims to equip student-teachers with the understanding of the nature, scope, aims, methods and curriculum issues of physical science, as well as to prepare them to apply these insights in planning and teaching. 

OP Fousiya

EDU 05.2 – Theoretical Bases of Teaching English (2025) This course introduces student-teachers to the fundamental theories, principles, and approaches underlying the teaching and learning of English as a second/foreign language. It provides insights into the psychological, linguistic, and pedagogical foundations that guide English language teaching. The paper aims to familiarize prospective teachers with different theories of language acquisition and learning, the nature and structure of English, and the methodologies and strategies that have evolved over time in English language education. The course also explores the role of English in the Indian context, the interrelationship between language, thought, and culture, and the contributions of linguistics and educational psychology to English pedagogy. By engaging with both traditional and modern approaches, student-teachers gain the ability to analyze classroom practices, design effective learning experiences, and adapt strategies to diverse learner needs. Overall, the paper equips teacher trainees with a strong theoretical foundation for becoming reflective, competent, and innovative English teachers in 21st-century classrooms.

MUBARAK P

Course Learning Outcomes:On the successful completion of the course the learner will be able to,1. Recognize the diversity of Indian society and role of education in respecting them2. Describe the meaning, definitions, functions and aims of education3. Differentiate various types and levels of education4. Classify the ancient, medieval, colonial education and basic education5. Develop the capacity to accept the progressive changes from ancient to moderneducation6. Explain the constitutional provisions related to education in India7. Organize different programmes related to issues of inequality and marginalization8. Discuss the current issues of education in India9. Summarize the recommendations of different policy frameworks of education in India10. Analyze the evolution of education and developmental experience of Kerala

POORNIMA T THATHAMMAL Poornima

COURSE OBJECTIVES 1. To be a professional physical science teacher2. To be well acquitted with uses of IT inputs in physical science classroom learning practices. 3. To develop skills in Techno pedagogy4. To develop awareness about emerging areas of physical science education.