Teaching of Life Sciences (Hindi) : Course Code -IX-A(III)

Author: Dr. Sunil Kumar

Dr. Sunil Kumar has written this Hindi edition for the B.Ed Pedagogy Course: Teaching of Life Sciences, a compulsory subject in the 2nd Semester of NCTE-approved B.Ed programs. This course is also offered in many universities as Pedagogy of Biological Science, Teaching of Biology, or Science Education (Biology component), and this book follows the prescribed B.Ed syllabus closely.

The book provides a clear understanding of how to teach biological concepts such as cells, plants, animals, environment, human body systems, and ecological interactions using activity-based and inquiry-oriented methods. It helps future teachers understand how learners construct biological knowledge through observation, exploration, and experimentation.

Aligned with the official B.Ed Teaching of Life Sciences syllabus, the book covers:

• Nature, scope, and importance of biological sciences

• Aims & objectives of teaching Life Science/Biology

• Learning theories relevant to science education

• Scientific inquiry, observation, experimentation & field-based learning

• Planning and teaching life science lessons effectively

• Teaching methods: laboratory method, project method, inquiry method, group activities

• Use of models, charts, specimens, microscope, ICT tools, and natural resources

• Conducting practicals and maintaining laboratory safety

• Assessment of biological learning: practical exams, written tests, assignments, portfolios

The book also highlights real-world applications of life science, helping trainee teachers connect textbook knowledge with environment, health, sustainability, and daily life experiences of learners.

This book is commonly used in the following B.Ed subjects:

• Teaching of Life Sciences – Pedagogy Course, 2nd Semester

• Pedagogy of Biological Science modules

• Teaching of Biology practical & theory components

• Fieldwork and science laboratory activities

Overall, this Hindi edition provides a detailed and practical understanding of teaching biological science at school level, making it essential for the Teaching of Life Sciences (Hindi) course.