Question

Here is the list of the characteristics of a textbook. Select the one which makes a

textbook child centred:

i. Catering to diverse group of learners

ii. Integrated art, health and physical education

iii. Too Simple to read with more pictures

iv. Interactive

v. With inbuilt evaluation

vi. Should be totally ICT based

vii. Scope for use of multiple resources

a) i, ii, iii, iv, v

b) i, iii, iv, v

c) i, ii, iv, v

d) i, ii, iv, v, vii​

Answer 1

The correct answer is a).

Explanation:

• All the information from i) to v) are correct

• vi) is incorrect.

1. ICT stands for Information and Communication Technology.
2. This refers to the use of wireless technology like internet for the purpose of education.
3. This requires a computer or laptop for working.
4. This cannot be used in textbooks.

• vii) is incorrect.

1. A text book can be framed by taking the help from multiple sources, but once made its resource become limited to whatever is present in the book.
2. There is no scope of using multiple resources in a text book. It is possible over the internet.