CTET & TET Samajik Adhyayan Aur Shikshan Shastra (Varg: VI-VIII)

Part I (Pedagogy)

1. Social Studies/ Science: Meaning and Nature
2. Approaches, Teaching Methods and Classroom Activities
3. Curriculum, Textbook and Lesson Plan
4. Teaching Aids and Sources
5. Evaluation
6. Information and Communication Technology and Digital Pedagogy in Education

Part II (Social Studies)

Indian History
1. How is History known?
2. Human Development: From Early Society to City
3. Vedic Period
4. The Rise of States: Mahajanapada
5. Emergence of New Ideas: Buddhism and Jainism
6. Mauryan Empire: The First Empire
7. Gupta Empire: The Golden Age
8. Rajput Period: Emergence of New Dynasties 
9. Rise of Delhi Sultanate
10. Mughal Period: Assimilation of Cultures
11. Sufi and Bhakti Movement
12. The Empire of The Company
13. Revolt Against the Company: 1857
14. Social Reform Movements
15. Struggle for Freedom
16. India After Independence: Problems and Measures

Polity
1. Diversity
2. Government
3. Equality in Indian Democracy and State Government
4. Gender
5. Media and Advertisement
6. Indian Constitution and Secularism
7. Parliament and Judiciary
8. Marginalization, Social Justice, Livelihood, Economic Field and Government

Geography
1. The Earth in the Solar System
2. Maps
3. Internal Structure of the Earth and Changing Features
4. Major Domains of the Earth
5. The Earth: Air and Water
6. Environment and Resources
7. Minerals and Power Resources
8. Agriculture and Industries
9. Human Environment: Settlements, Transport, Communication and Regional Life
10. Human Resources
11. Our Country: India

Overview:

CTET & TET Samajik Adhyayan Aur Shikshan Shastra (Varg VI-VIII) is meticulously designed to serve as a comprehensive guide for CTET aspirants, focusing on the Social Science and Pedagogy section. It aims to provide a thorough understanding of the core concepts, supplemented by previous years’ question papers, practice questions, solved examples and online mock tests to facilitate effective preparation. As a quick-reference guide, it includes various important facts arranged in the form of one-liners (explained in minimum words) to cater the last moment revision need of the aspirants.

Based on the latest exam pattern, this book will help the candidates enhance their understanding of topics and educational theories related to History, Polity and Geography and provide them the ability to apply these concepts in real classroom settings. This book is written by consulting subject matter experts of CBSE and NCERT and the trainers of the teachers at primary schools. To make this book more insightful, various NCERT/SCERT books named Samajh ka Adhyayan: Bharat Aur Uske Aage, Samajik Aur Rajnitik Jivan, Hamare Atit and Hamara Paryavaran, Sansadhan Aur Vikas-Bhugol have been consulted.


Key Features:

o Extensive Coverage: Detail explanations of all topics of CTET and TET syllabus, ensuring comprehensive preparation.
o Part-wise Division: The book is divided into two parts, social science and pedagogy.
o Updated and Relevant: Fully aligned with NCF 2023 and NEP 2020, reflecting the latest educational standards and reforms.
o Concept Clarity: Written in clear, concise language for easy understanding, making complex topics accessible for all.
o Curated by Subject Experts: Developed by experienced subject matter experts and primary school trainers, providing factually correct and authentic content.
o Focused on Pedagogical Essentials: Provides a clear and concise breakdown of key pedagogical concepts, preparing candidates to tackle critical issues with confidence.
o Organized Chapter-wise: Structured chapter-wise, including solved previous years' question papers up to December 2024 for in-depth review and targeted practice.
o Enhanced Practice: Includes practice questions within the book and online mock test papers, to help candidates gauge their readiness and improve exam performance.