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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