UGC-NET (NTA) Adult Education February-2023

Total Questions: 100

61. Which of the following are the major aspects of Educational Technology?

(a) Infrastructure
(b) Input
(c) Internet
(d) Output
(e) Learning process
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: B. (b), (d) and (e) only
Solution:

(b) Input: Input involves the data, information, and content that is provided to learners through technology-based educational resources.
(d) Output: Output refers to the results and outcomes of the learning process, which can include assessments, projects, and the application of knowledge.
(e) Learning process: The learning process is a fundamental aspect of educational technology, as it focuses on how technology can enhance and facilitate learning experiences.

62. The factors affecting Adult motivation are:

(a) Incentives
(b) Anxiety
(c) Vigour and drive for self actualisation
(d) Mobilising the will to work
(e) Quality of environment
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: D. (a), (b), (c), (d), (e)
Solution:

(a) Incentives: Incentives can serve as a positive motivator for adults to engage in learning or work activities.
(b) Anxiety: Anxiety can be a negative factor that affects motivation, as excessive anxiety may hinder an individual's willingness to participate.
(c) Vigour and drive for selfactualization: A strong desire for self-actualization and personal growth can serve as a positive motivator for adults.
(d) Mobilizing the will to work: The will to work or achieve goals can be a significant motivator for adults.
(e) Quality of environment: The quality of the learning or work environment can impact motivation, as a conducive and supportive environment can enhance motivation.

63. According to UNESCO, recognition of the right to learn includes:

(a) The right to read and write
(b) The right to imagine and create
(c) The right to have access to educational resources
(d) The right to develop individual and collective skills
(e) The right to question and analyse
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: D. (a), (b), (c), (d), (e)
Solution:

(a) The right to read and write: This is a fundamental aspect of learning and education, as it includes literacy skills.
(b) The right to imagine and create: This reflects the importance of creativity, imagination, and artistic expression in the learning process.
(c) The right to have access to educational resources: Access to educational resources is critical for learning and personal development.
(d) The right to develop individual and collective skills: The development of skills, both individual and collective (group or community skills), is an essential component of the right to learn.
(e) The right to question and analyze: Critical thinking and the ability to question and analyze information are important aspects of education.
UNESCO recognizes the comprehensive nature of the right to learn, including literacy, creativity, access to resources, skill development, and critical thinking.

64. Reflective learners who like to learn by:

(a) Favour an active participation in learning process
(b) Want practical tips and techniques from someone with experience before acting.
(c) Watching others
(d) To understand the theory and have a learn grasp of what it means before the act;
(e) To think about things before they act.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: B. (c) and (e) only
Solution:

(c) Watching others: Reflective learners prefer to learn by observing others. They often gain valuable insights by watching how someone else performs a task or solves a problem.
This allows them to understand the process and potential pitfalls before they attempt it themselves. They are keen observers and value the experiences of others as learning opportunities.
(e) To think about things before they act: Reflective learners tend to be thinkers. They like to analyze and reflect on information, concepts, or situations before making a move.
They want to have a clear understanding of the theory and implications behind an action. This thoughtfulness helps them make informed decisions and reduces the chances of making mistakes.

65. Universal forms of body language:

(a) Facial Expression
(b) Raised eyebrows
(c) Active listening
(d) Eye-to-eye contact
(e) Courtesy
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: D. (a), (b), (d) only
Solution:

(a) Facial Expression: Facial expressions convey emotions and feelings. Smiles, frowns, raised eyebrows, and other facial movements are often universally understood signs of happiness, surprise, anger, and more.
(b) Raised eyebrows: This can be a universal sign of surprise or curiosity. When someone raises their eyebrows, it often indicates that they are taken aback or intrigued.
(d) Eye-to-eye contact: Making eye contact is generally seen as a sign of engagement, confidence, and attentiveness. It is considered a universal form of non-verbal communication.

66. Match List I with List II.

List-IList-II
(a) Educational
Purposes		I. Useful in attaining
objective
(b) Learning
Experiences		II. Necessity of objectivity
and Reliability
(c) Organization
of Learning Experiences		III. Studies of contemporary
life outside the school
(d) Evaluation
of Learning
Experiences		IV. Sequence in the developinent of skills in social studies

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)(b)(c)(d)
A.IIIIIVII
B.IIIIIVII
C.IIIIVIII
D.IVIIIIII
Correct Answer: (B)

67. Match List I with List II

List-IList-II
(a) Maslow's hierarchy of needs(i) Identifies the attitudes of people by their concerns-concerns for people against their concern production achievement
(b) Herzberg ApproachII. Model raises the concept of four paned window reflecting various aspects of behaviour
(c) Robert Blake and Jane MountonIII. Two types of basic needs maintenance or hygiene factor and the motivational need
(d) Johari Window modelIV. Survival, safety, emotional, self esteem, self actualisation

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(a)

I

IV

III

II

(b)

IV

I

III

II

(c)

IV

III

I

II

(d)

IV

III

II

I

Correct Answer: (C)

68. Match List I with List II.

List-IList-II
(a) Fombrun, Tichy and Devanna Model of HRM(i) Emphasises sequence, of six components (HR outcome, behavioural outcome, performance results, Financial consequences)
(b) Harvard ModelII. The preposition centers around five elements (i.e., outer context, inner context business content, MRM content and HRM content)
(c) Guest ModelIII. Talks four functions (section appraisal, development and reward of their interrelatedness)
(d) Warwick ModelIV. Seeks to compromise six critical components of HRM (stakeholder interests, situational factors, HRM policy choices, HRM outcome and long term consequences)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(a)

II

IV

I

III

(b)

III

I

IV

II

(c)

III

IV

I

II

(d)

I

III

IV

II

Correct Answer: (C)

69. Match List I with List II.

List-IList-II
(a) Thurstone scaleI. The respondent/subject indicates his agreement/ disagreement and the degree of disagreement
(b) Likert type scaleII. In the Guttman procedure a universe of content is considered to be unidimentional only if it yields a perfect or almost perfect cumulative scale
(c) Cumulative scaleIII. Consists of statements, where position on the scale is determined by ranking operation
(d) Guttman procedureIV. The score places the respondent on the scale of favourable - unfavourable attitude provided by the relationships of the item to one another

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(a)

I

III

IV

II

(b)

III

I

IV

II

(c)

III

I

II

IV

(d)

III

II

I

IV

Correct Answer: (B)

70. Match List I with List II.

List-IList-II
(a) Goal settingI. Tend to try harder or change strategy
(b) Explanation for failureII. Focused on developing their ability
(c) Believe in effortIII. Believe that with additional effort performance can improve
(d) Response to
failure		IV. Tend to explain failure in terms of lack of efforts

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(a)

III

II

IV

I

(b)

II

III

IV

I

(c)

II

IV

III

I

(d)

II

I

IV

III

Correct Answer: (C)