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Second Year B.A. Degree Examination, Oct./Nov. 2011

DE (Revised SIM Scheme)
EDUCATION (Optional) (Paper II )
Psychology of Development and Learning
Time : 3 Hours

Max. Marks : 90

Instruction : Answer any three questions from Section A, three questions from
Section B and three questions from Section C.

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SECTION A

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Answer any three of the following questions in about 3 to 4 pages each.

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1. Explain the changing definitions of psychology. Explain the meaning and
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2. Differentiate between growth and development. Explain the influence of heredity

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3. Explain the meaning and nature of discovery learning. Mention the educational
implications of discovery learning.

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4. What are individual differences ? Explain the causes for individual differences.

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5. What is personality ? Explain the psycho-analytical theory of personality

propounded by Freud.

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6. What is group dynamics ? A leader must be democratic. Interpret the statement

from your understanding of group dynamics.

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SECTION B

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7. Answer any three of the following questions in about 2 to 3 pages each.

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a) Explain any two methods of psychology used for understanding individuals.

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b) What is learning ? Explain the factors influencing learning.

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c) What is motivation ? Explain the types of motivation with suitable examples.

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d) Define creativity. Suggest measures to foster creativity in children.

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e) What is defence mechanism ? Explain any two defence mechanisms.

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f) What is Guidance ? Write in brief its need and importance.

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8. Answer any three of the following questions in about a page each.

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a) Explain any two stages of cognitive development proposed by Piaget.

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b) Differentiate between intelligence and aptitude.

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c) What is sociometry technique ? How do you use it ?

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d) Define the concept and list the principles of mental hygiene.

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e) Bringout the educational provisions for slow learners.

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f) Discuss the causes of maladjustment.

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