EDU505 Midterm Solved Papers

EDU505

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Q. What is the role of HEC? / Write role of HEC

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan is responsible for:

Formulating higher education policies. Ensuring quality assurance. Allocating funding to universities. Promoting research and development. Facilitating faculty development and international linkages.

Q. Explain Baluchistan Education Foundation

The Baluchistan Education Foundation (BEF) was established to: Promote quality education in underdeveloped areas of Baluchistan. Provide support to community schools. Implement projects for increasing literacy. Train teachers and provide learning materials.

Q. In-service teacher training? / Write briefly about in-service training

In-service training refers to professional development programs for teachers who are already employed. It helps them:

Improve teaching methods. Stay updated with new curriculum changes. Learn classroom management and modern pedagogical skills.

Q. Graduation system of Pakistan

The graduation system in Pakistan generally includes: 14 years of education: 2 years Intermediate + 2 years Bachelor's (BA/BSc). 16 years for 4-year BS programs. Postgraduate programs: MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD.

Q. Kinds of institutions / Kind of institution

Educational institutions in Pakistan are categorized as: Public vs. Private institutions Formal vs. Non-formal education General vs. Technical/vocational Religious (Madrassahs) vs. Secular

Q. Describe educational aims?

Educational aims include:

Social: preparing students to contribute to society. Individual: developing personal potential and talents. Vocational: helping students earn a livelihood. Cultural: preserving and transmitting cultural heritage. Spiritual and moral: character development and values.

Q. Briefly compare the social, individual, cultural aims of education?

Social aims focus on preparing students to be good citizens. Individual aims emphasize personal development and self-realization. Cultural aims are about transmitting cultural values, traditions, and identity.

Q. Write briefly about dynamic aims

Dynamic aims of education are:

Flexible and evolving, changing with societal needs. Not fixed or universal. Adjusted with political, social, and economic developments.

Q. Explain philosophical doctrine in education

Philosophy shapes:

Aims of education (idealism, pragmatism). Curriculum and content. Teaching methods. Role of teacher and learner.

Example: Idealism promotes moral/spiritual development, while pragmatism focuses on problem-solving and real-life skills.

Q. Four major questions of character development

As per Campbell and Bond (1982):