Friday, 27 March 2020

LABORATARY METHODS


LABORATARY  METHODS
It is based on activity. This activity leads the pupil to discover mathematical facts. It is also based on the principles of learning by doing. Learning by observation and proceeding from concrete to abstract.
Merit:
1.      It is interesting and joyful for learner
2.      It is based on learning by doing.
3.      The learner acquires a clear understanding of the subject.
4.      It helps in the growth of self-reliance
5.      Some topics of mathematics are best understood through this method.

Demerit:
1.      The method is very expensive
2.      All the topic of mathematics cannot exclusively be taught by this method
3.      It is slow method.
4.      Teacher will be required to pay individual attention.
5.      It is not at all easy to make the students discover mathematics facts experimentally, especially in lower classes.

Conclusion:
It is a difficult and lengthy method, but can prove exceedingly profitable if properly employed. Young children will then be fascinated by this method. This method should be a must where circumstances favour.

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