Best Reference books for TET Exam Paper1 & Paper 2 Tips

Best Reference Books For TET Exam

As far as TNTET is concerned Paper1 and Paper2 are

comprised of so many subjects, the reference process can be
broken down in several stages. Obviously first stage is to make a
choice of subject and work accordingly. Here’s some tips
regarding reference books for TET.

Referencing is a way of acknowledging the books, published

materials in order to gain additional support for our preparation.
Correct referencing is the cornerstone of all academic work.
Many of us are unsure about how and when to reference and
how to get the balance right between adhering to the details
gained using their own ideas.
“There is no friends as loyal as a book”
--- Ernest Hemingway

“A good book has no ending”

--- R.D.Cumming
Similarly lets aim to seek some insight in the process of using
good reference books for TET through this article.

PAPER-1

· Child Development and Pedagogy (30 Marks):

 This topic focus on Educational
Psychology of teaching and learning relevant to age group of 6-
11 years.

“Psychology Of Learning and Human Development”

By Prof.K.Nagarajan & Prof.Srinivasan (by Ram
Publishers)

The above mentioned book is what we all depend on, but during
hearing session of cases filed in Hon.High court, the experts
(Question Setters) gave their opinion, justified their arguments
from books like..

“Education Psychology” --- Yogendra Sharma

“Learning Child” --- (author name was not mentioned in

judgement)

So if possible we can go through them for best results..

· Language 1 (30 Marks):

This topic focus on the proficiencies related to the medium of

instruction. Its nothing but our mother tongue, Tamil. As far as
Tamil is concerned, Paper1 people need to be clear on TN
government text books (samacheer kalvi) of classes from 1st to
5th also on difficulty level of 6th to 8th.

· Language 2 (30 Marks):

This topic focus on the elements of language,
communication and comprehension abilities. We can go through
TN government text books of classes from 1st to 5thand as well
as 6th to 8th for level of difficulty. Apart from these books, we
can rely on some other books for efficiency in grammar and
other skills.

“High School English Grammar & Comprehension”

By Wren and Martin

· Mathematics and E.V.S (30 Marks):

This topic will focus on the concepts, problem
solving abilities and pedagogical understanding of these subjects
respectively. We can rely on prescribed syllabus of state
government text books of samacheer kalvi from 1st to 5thand
6th to 8th as well for better outcome..
PAPER - 2

· Child Development & Pedagogy (30 Marks):

Here in this topic we will be focusing on
Educational Psychology of teaching and learning, relevant to
age group of 11 to 14 years. Its more than enough if we go
through,
 “Psychology of learning and Human development”
By Prof.K. Nagarajan & Prof.Srinivasan (By
Ram Publishers)

During the hearing session of various cases filed in

Hon.Highcourt, the experts (Question Setters) made use of some
other books which we might not be knowing. But its up to us to
go through them..

“Advanced Educational Psychology” --- R.N.Sharma

“Essentials of Educational Psychology” ---Hans Raj

Bhatia

Language 1 (30 Marks):

As far as Tamil is concerned, we are supposed to
cover from 6th to 10th and difficulty level of 11th 7 12th. We
can follow state government text books of samacheer kalvi. In
all the TET exams which has been conducted before, all the
questions are from above books only. So better to refer them,
here ‘refer’ means Scanning each and every line of those books
literally..

· Language 2 (30 Marks):

In this topic we will focus on the elements of
language, communication and comprehension abilities. We
should make sure that we go through state government text
books of classes from 6th to 10thas well as 11th and 12th in
order to meet the level of difficulty. Besides these books, to
acquire extra grammar knowledge its better to follow,
“High School English Grammar &
Comprehension”
By Wren and Martin

It is fact that our experts (Question Setters) use this book 90%
for grammatical questions. For all English grammar related
question in court hearing session, they submitted this book only
as the evidence, since it is universally accepted.

· Mathematics & Sciencs / Social Science (60 Marks):

In Maths and Science part, there will be 30
questions from Mathematics and 30 questions from Science
which includes sub divisions like Physics, Chemistry, Botany &
Zoology respectively.. In order to excel in maths, we must start
right from 6th to 8th and also 9th& 10th for level of difficulty. If
we go through previous year question paper, there were
theoretical questions from maths too!!!! So we are supposed to
know not only mathematical operations but also mathematical
facts in all aspects. Obviously we should master government
samacheer kalvi text books by all means!! As far as Sciencs is
concerned, same text books can be followed. We should take
care of level of difficulty part, since previous year most
questions were from linkage topics from lower level to higher
level.
· Social Science (60 Marks):
This topic will focus on social studies which
includes Historu\y, Geography, Civics & Economics. Asusual
better to go through TN government text books from 6th to 10th
and linkage relating to higher secondary level.. Even the experts
made use of government books alone. Obviously it will be better
for us to follow what the question setters have followed, for
better outcome..

Conclusion:
Referencing appropriate books and study materials is the
most perfect tool for our success in all competitive exams. The
final result of our hardwork is largely defined by the efforts we
put in reference in the initial stages. There is more than just
internet!!! Books, Study Aids can provide great reference which
you just won’t find on net!!!!!!!!!!!!

“Read the best books first,

Or you may not have a chance to read them at all”
--- Henry David Thoreau

The above quote may be for “Books” but we may take it

granted for our reference books, having efficient reference,
organized and plentiful is a great way to ensure our fruit of
success………
Finally!!!!!!!!
“Today a reader, Tomorrow a leader”
---- W.Fusselman

Don’t ever hesitate to read, for reading never gets destroyed or

vanished.. Let’s read today to become a efficient leader which
will mould us to a passionate teacher in near future with flying
colours!!!!!!!!!!!!1