Exam Details

• Post Name: Nursery School Teacher
• Department: Scheduled Caste (SC) Development
• Paper Code: 151/2015
• Date of Examination: 13th August 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (OMR-based)

Question Paper Structure

The Kerala PSC 151/2015 question paper assessed candidates' knowledge in child psychology, teaching methodologies, pre-primary education, general science, and general awareness. The key sections included:

1. Child Development & Pedagogy (Core Subject)

• Theories of Child Development (Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson)
• Physical, Cognitive, Emotional, and Social Development in Early Childhood
• Importance of Play in Child Development
• Learning Theories and Their Application in Nursery Teaching
• Stages of Language Development in Children

2. Pre-Primary Education & Classroom Management

• Montessori, Kindergarten, and Play-Way Methods of Teaching
• Development of Teaching and Learning Materials (TLM)
• Classroom Organization and Student Engagement Techniques
• Importance of Storytelling, Rhymes, and Songs in Early Learning
• Handling Behavioral Issues in Young Children

3. Early Childhood Care & Nutrition

• Importance of Health, Hygiene, and Nutrition in Early Childhood
• Common Childhood Diseases and Immunization Schedule
• Balanced Diet and Nutritional Requirements of Preschoolers
• Role of Anganwadi and ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services)

4. Educational Psychology & Learning Disabilities

• Understanding Special Needs in Children
• Learning Disabilities – Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism
• Strategies for Inclusive Education
• Motivation and Reinforcement Techniques

5. General Science & Environmental Studies

• Basics of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
• Environmental Protection and Sustainable Living
• Importance of Cleanliness and Sanitation
• Natural Resources and Their Conservation

6. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• History and Geography of India and Kerala
• Indian Constitution and Political System
• Important Government Schemes Related to Child Welfare & Education
• Economic Developments and Technological Advancements

7. Arithmetic & Mental Ability

• Number Systems and Simplifications
• Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance
• Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
• Series Completion, Coding-Decoding

8. General English & Language Proficiency

• Grammar (Tenses, Prepositions, Articles)
• Sentence Completion & Correction
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Comprehension & Vocabulary

9. Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada Language (Regional Language Skills)

• Basic Grammar Rules
• Sentence Formation
• Official Communication Proficiency

Marking Scheme

• Total Marks: 100
• Number of Questions: 100 (Objective Type)
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: Yes (0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer)

Significance of This Paper

The 151/2015 Nursery School Teacher exam paper is an essential resource for candidates preparing for early childhood education roles. Reviewing this paper helps aspirants:

• Understand the exam pattern and subject weightage
• Identify important topics related to child development, pedagogy, and pre-primary teaching
• Improve problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Gain familiarity with government schemes and best educational practices

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