Preparation of Questions for Question bank

CEP5.2

Preparation of Questions for Question bank

Creating a question bank means building a collection of useful questions from the syllabus that can help in teaching, revision, tests, or even full-fledged exams. It saves time, helps students practice better, and makes teaching more organized.

Why Should We Prepare a Question Bank?

Think of a question bank like a toolbox for teachers — it helps us:

• Cover every topic in the syllabus
• Ask different types of questions — not just memory-based
• Get ready for surprise tests or exams
• Help students revise smartly

Step-by-Step: How to Create a Question Bank

Step 1: Know the Syllabus Inside Out

Start by reading the official syllabus. Break it down unit-wise or chapter-wise. For each topic, ask:

• What do students need to know?
• What do I want to test them on?

Example:
Subject: Teacher Education in India
Unit I: Meaning and Importance
Unit II: Agencies like NCTE, NCERT
Unit III: Pre-service & In-service training
Unit IV: Curriculum
Unit V: Reforms (NEP 2020)

Step 2: Decide What Kinds of Questions You Want

A good question bank has different types of questions:

Question Type	Marks	Purpose
MCQ (Choose the correct answer)	1	For quick revision
Short Answer	2–3	To test understanding
Short Essay	5–6	For explaining ideas clearly
Long Essay	10–15	For deep thinking and writing

 A mix of easy, moderate, and hard questions makes the question bank useful for all learners.

Step 3: Match Questions with Thinking Levels

Use this simple guide based on Bloom’s Taxonomy:

Skill	Ask questions like...
Remember	"Define...", "List..."
Understand	"Explain...", "Describe..."
Apply	"Use this idea in..."
Analyze	"Compare...", "Differentiate..."
Evaluate	"Do you agree...?", "Why or why not?"
Create	"Design...", "Imagine a plan for..."

 

Step 4: Write Questions for Each Unit

Make sure every unit has:

• Some MCQs (for quick recall)
• Some short answers (to test understanding)
• A few essay questions (to go deeper into topics)

Example (Unit: NCTE and NCERT)

·        MCQ: The NCTE was established in which year?

·        Short Answer: Write any 3 functions of NCTE.

·        Short Essay: What is the role of NCERT in teacher education?

·        Long Essay: How has NCTE contributed to improving teacher education?

Step 5: Keep it Balanced and Useful

Try to give equal weight to all units or chapters. 

Unit	MCQ (1 Mark)	Short Answer (3 Marks)	Short Essay (6 Marks)	Long Essay (15 Marks)
I – Introduction of Teacher Education	5	5	5	2
II – Curriculum and Transaction in Teacher Education	5	5	5	3
III – Institutions and Agencies of Teacher Education	5	5	5	4
IV – Innovations in Teacher Preparation	5	5	5	3
V – Research in Teacher Education	5	5	5	3
Total	25	25	25	15

Step 6: Organize it Clearly

Make your question bank neat and easy to use:

• Add a cover page
• Divide questions unit-wise
• Group them by type of questions
• Optional: Add answers or hints

You can use:

• Word or PDF for printed versions
• Excel or Google Sheets to organize and sort
• Online tools like Google Forms for quizzes

Tips:

• Avoid repeating the same type of question.
• Include questions from previous years if available.
• Keep language simple and clear, especially for short answers.
• Make sure the questions match the learning goals of each topic.

 

Conclusion

Preparing a question bank may take some effort, but once done, it:

• Helps teachers prepare quickly
• Helps students study better
• Promotes consistent, quality teaching
• Builds confidence in assessments

 

 

Subject: M2 CC 04 - TEACHER EDUCATION IN INDIA

 

Based on the syllabus you've provided, here is a unit-wise structured Question Bank covering all five units of the subject “Teacher Education in India”, with a balanced variety of:

v   25 MCQs (1 mark each)

v  25 Short Answer Questions (3 marks each)

v  25 Short Essay Questions (6 marks each)

v  15 Long Essay Questions (15 marks each)

 

UNIT-WISE QUESTION BANK – TEACHER EDUCATION IN INDIA

Section A – Multiple Choice Questions (1 Mark Each)

Q.No	Question	Options	Answer	Unit
1	The term ‘Teacher Education’ includes:	a) Training only b) Teaching only c) All activities related to teaching profession d) Syllabus framing	c	I
2	Which type of programme combines B.A/B.Sc. with B.Ed.?	a) Consecutive b) Integrated c) Modular d) Distance	b	I
3	The NCTE was established in the year:	a) 1986 b) 1993 c) 1995 d) 2002	c	III
4	Which mode is used in IGNOU for Teacher Education?	a) Integrated b) Regular c) Face-to-Face d) Distance	d	I
5	Which of the following is a technique for higher learning?	a) Seminar b) Lecture c) Dictation d) Drill	a	II
6	RUSA is associated with:	a) School Education b) Primary Education c) Higher Education d) Pre-primary	c	IV
7	Which body accredits teacher education institutions?	a) NCTE b) UGC c) NCERT d) NAAC	d	III
8	Internship is a part of:	a) Theory course b) Practice teaching c) Content course d) Seminar	b	II
9	DIETs function at the:	a) State level b) National level c) District level d) Village level	c	III
10	Which policy focused on "teacher as reflective practitioner"?	a) NPE 1986 b) RTE 2009 c) NEP 2020 d) Kothari Commission	c	III
11	Self-improvement of teacher educators includes:	a) Salary hike b) Feedback devices c) Reading & reflection d) All the above	c	II
12	A method where participants present prepared papers is:	a) Symposium b) Panel c) Seminar d) Workshop	c	II
13	One major need for research in teacher education is:	a) Personal growth b) Educational reforms c) Promotions d) Theory only	b	V
14	CASE is affiliated to:	a) NCERT b) MS University Baroda c) NCTE d) AICTE	b	III
15	Meta-analysis involves:	a) Reviewing literature b) Writing conclusions c) Synthesizing many studies d) Single case study	c	V
16	Teacher training at Pre-primary level is known as:	a) TTC b) ECCE c) DIET d) DEd	b	I
17	Distance teacher education is delivered via:	a) Email only b) Television c) LMS, Online Platforms d) Practical Training	c	IV
18	UGC deals with:	a) School teachers b) Higher education c) Primary education d) In-service training	b	III
19	Special educators work mainly with:	a) Sports children b) Gifted children c) Children with disabilities d) Nursery kids	c	I
20	Curriculum at secondary level includes:	a) ECCE only b) B.Ed. courses c) Language teaching only d) None	b	II
21	An effective feedback device is:	a) Attendance b) Microteaching c) Simulated teaching d) Student record	c	IV
22	What is the first step in research?	a) Literature review b) Framing hypothesis c) Writing conclusion d) Collecting data	b	V
23	The apex national body for curriculum design is:	a) AICTE b) NCTE c) NCERT d) NAAC	c	III
24	One strategy of curriculum transaction is:	a) Content cum methodology b) Budget planning c) Seminar only d) Appraisal	a	II
25	Art education is part of:	a) Core curriculum b) Optional module c) Specific teacher prep d) RTE	c	III

 

Section B – Short Answer Questions (3 Marks Each)

Q.No	Question	Unit
1	Define teacher education and list its two objectives.	I
2	Differentiate between face-to-face and distance mode.	I
3	What are the different levels of teacher education programmes?	I
4	Mention any three specialisations in teacher education.	I
5	What is the purpose of pre-service teacher education?	I
6	List any three strategies for curriculum transaction.	II
7	Write a short note on practice teaching.	II
8	Define internship in teacher education.	II
9	What are the objectives of continuous curriculum evaluation?	II
10	Mention any three techniques for higher learning.	II
11	Write short notes on DIET.	III
12	Mention any three roles of NCTE.	III
13	What is the role of UGC in teacher education?	III
14	Define Art Education in teacher training.	III
15	What is the significance of language institutes?	III
16	What is open and distance learning?	IV
17	Write any three advantages of using media in teacher training.	IV
18	Define quality assurance in teacher education.	IV
19	What is simulated teaching?	IV
20	What is the role of RUSA in higher education?	IV
21	Define educational research.	V
22	What is meant by ‘priority areas’ in teacher education research?	V
23	What is meta-analysis in research?	V
24	List any three steps in preparing a research proposal.	V
25	Name any three funding agencies for teacher education research.	V

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Section C – Short Essay Questions (6 Marks Each)

Q.No	Question	Unit
1	Explain the evolution and development of teacher education in India.	I
2	Compare consecutive and integrated approaches to teacher education.	I
3	Differentiate between pre-service and in-service education.	I
4	Discuss the different specializations in teacher education.	I
5	Describe the curriculum for teacher education at the secondary level.	II
6	Explain content-cum-methodology approach with an example.	II
7	Describe the use of seminars and workshops in teacher education.	II
8	Write a note on professional development of teacher educators.	II
9	Discuss the functions of state-level institutions in teacher education.	III
10	Write a note on CASE and its contributions.	III
11	Compare NCTE and NCERT in their roles in teacher education.	III
12	Discuss national policy recommendations for teacher preparation.	III
13	Explain the importance of distance learning in teacher education.	IV
14	Describe how technology supports teacher preparation.	IV
15	What are the components of quality assurance in teacher training institutions?	IV
16	Write a note on feedback devices and evaluation in teacher education.	IV
17	Discuss the objectives and structure of RUSA.	IV
18	Explain the need for research in teacher education.	V
19	Identify key trends in recent teacher education research.	V
20	Write a short essay on how to prepare a research proposal.	V
21	Describe the concept of meta-analysis with an example.	V
22	How do teacher educators benefit from research activities?	V
23	Discuss the funding avenues for teacher education research.	V
24	Explain how research supports teacher education reform.	V
25	Write a note on the importance of field-based teacher education research.	V

 

 

Section D – Long Essay Questions (15 Marks Each)

Q.No	Question	Unit
1	Explain in detail the evolution, concept, and objectives of teacher education in India.	I
2	Compare various approaches to teacher education and evaluate their strengths.	I
3	Discuss the structure and stages of teacher education programmes in India.	I
4	Critically analyze the teacher education curriculum across different school levels.	II
5	How can curriculum transaction strategies improve teacher training effectiveness?	II
6	Evaluate different techniques used in teacher education for higher learning.	II
7	Explain the structure, functions, and challenges of national institutions like NCTE and NCERT.	III
8	Describe the contributions of state-level and regional institutions in strengthening teacher education.	III
9	Examine the role of various agencies (UGC, RCI, AICTE, NAAC, CABE) in teacher education.	III
10	Discuss innovations in teacher preparation through technology and ODL.	IV
11	Explain the processes of quality assurance, evaluation, and accreditation in teacher education.	IV
12	Assess the effectiveness of centrally sponsored schemes like RUSA.	IV
13	Explain the need for and role of research in improving teacher education in India.	V
14	Evaluate the emerging trends and priority areas of teacher education research.	V
15	Describe in detail how to prepare and present a research proposal with funding considerations.	V