Teaching of Physical Sciences (English)

Authors: Dr. Pawan Kumar & Dr. Samjeet Singh

Dr. Pawan Kumar and Dr. Samjeet Singh have written this English edition for the B.Ed Pedagogy Course: Teaching of Physical Sciences, offered in the 3rd Semester of B.Ed programs. This edition is updated with new teaching approaches, revised syllabus patterns, and modern examples, which is why it appears with a new rate compared to the Semester 2 version.

This book helps student-teachers understand how to teach school-level Physics and Chemistry using inquiry, experimentation, and real-life applications. It highlights the scientific method and explains how to develop problem-solving, observation, and analytical skills in learners.

Aligned with the updated Teaching of Physical Sciences syllabus for Semester 3, this book covers:

• Nature, scope & significance of Physical Sciences

• Objectives of teaching Physics & Chemistry at upper school level

• Scientific method, investigation-based learning & hypothesis formation

• Planning and structuring science lessons for senior classes

• Teaching methods: laboratory method, heuristic method, project method, lecture-demonstration

• Use of experiments, models, charts, lab apparatus & ICT tools

• Safety rules & management of science laboratory

• Connecting science concepts to daily life and technology

• Assessment in Physical Sciences: practical exams, viva, written tests, activity-based evaluation

The book also emphasizes:

• Designing science activities for conceptual clarity

• Encouraging curiosity and experimentation

• Using digital simulations and updated science tools

• Handling abstract and difficult concepts with simple approaches

This book is widely used for:

• Teaching of Physical Sciences (3rd Semester)

• Pedagogy of Physics & Chemistry (Advanced level)

• Science Lab work & micro-teaching practice

Overall, this updated English edition is essential for B.Ed trainees who need deeper subject-pedagogy skills in Physical Sciences in their 3rd Semester.