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'From known to unknown' is a maxim of teaching that emphasises:
ARandom sequencing
BMemorising abstract facts first
CBuilding on prior knowledge
DPunishment
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Building on prior knowledge
1. Effective teaching links new content to learner's prior knowledge.
2. Random sequencing or starting from abstract harms understanding.
3. Hence the maxim emphasises building on prior knowledge.
_Source: UGC NET Paper 1 Study Book (ugc-net.com class notes) — Maxims of Teaching_