Question

write the characteristics of project method. what are its advantages and limitations?

Answer 1

The project undertaken is complete in itself.

(ii) The project must be completed in its natural setting.

(iii) In a project there is a definite attainable goal.

(iv) Learning activities are life-like and purposeful.

(v) Students plan and direct their own learning activities.

(vi) It places emphasis as 'Learning by Doing'.

(vii) Project is a play-way activity.

(viii) Project is really life in its unity.

Main Principles of the Project Method

(I) The Principle of Purpose

Purpose motivates learning. Interest cannot be aroused by aim­less and meaningless activities. The child must have an ideal. "Why is he doing certain things",