Correct Answer - Option 3 : Knowledge of concepts
Teaching is the process of imparting knowledge to the students/learners. The type of lesson being taught may vary but the basic aim of teaching is the same i.e. to share the knowledge to the learners in an effective way so that they could be able to apply the knowledge in the practical world.
Teaching is a complex act, requiring many kinds of knowledge such as knowledge of subject matter content or of general pedagogical principles; some is more specific and transient–such as knowledge of the particular students being taught and what has taken place in a particular class.
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Sound knowledge of subject matter/concept is the most important quality of a good teacher as it is the most important factor on which the effectiveness of teaching depends.
- Without this, all other skills become irrelevant. If there is a lack of knowledge in a person, he will not be able to confidently explain the subject. Without confidence, it is hard to keep the right attitude and consequently a personality suitable for teaching.
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Mastery or a better understanding of the concept/subject matters helps teachers in:
- improving the quality of the teaching-learning process.
- making learning more accurate and realistic for learners.
- transferring useful and relevant information to the learners.
- addressing the diverse learning styles and needs of learners.
- Many skills are needed to become a teacher, a teacher has to have a strong grip on the subject to be taught.
- Teachers should have the confidence to face the students in the class and should be able to answer their questions and clear their doubts.
- A teacher should also have the right attitude that should encourage the students to learn, overcome their weak areas and inculcate moral values.
- Teachers should also have a creative personality to find innovative ideas to make the students understand the concepts easily.
Hence, it is concluded that teaching is based upon the mastery of knowledge of concepts.
